Along with 11th-grade studies, each coaching center will coach 100 engineering, 50 medical, and 50 class students in 2018-19. Next year, class 200th sales will have continual instruction.
Benefits
- Free Coaching for JEE, NEET/AIIMS, and CLAT at reputed coaching institutes.
- Accommodation and Class 11 & 12 schooling provided alongside coaching.
- Opportunity to study in major cities like Bhopal, Indore, Jabalpur, and Gwalior.
- Continuous coaching facilities as students progress from Class 11 to Class 12.
Eligibility
General Eligibility Criteria:
- The applicant must be a resident of Madhya Pradesh.
- The applicant must belong to a Scheduled Tribe (ST).
- The annual income of the applicant’s parents/guardians should not exceed ₹6.00 lakh from all sources.
- The student must have passed Class 10 with at least 60% marks.
- The student should be eligible for admission to Class 11.
- Selection for coaching will be based on merit obtained in the entrance exam conducted by the coaching institute.
Additional Conditions:
- The applicant must register their profile on the official portal www.tribal.mp.gov.in/MPTAAS.
- The applicant’s bank account must be linked to Aadhaar.
- The applicant must have a digital caste certificate.
Application Process
Online Application:
- Register your profile on the MPTAAS portal of the Sarvapatham Department.
- Click on the Akanksha Scheme application link for the respective year and fill in the required details.
- Submit the form by clicking the ‘Submit’ button.
Selection Process
- Course-wise entrance exams will be conducted by the coaching institutes.
- Interested candidates must apply online to participate in these exams.
- Admissions will be granted based on the merit list prepared from the entrance exam scores.
- Selected candidates will be placed in M-Penled coaching institutes according to the number of approved seats.
Documents Required
- Identity Proof (Aadhaar Card, Voter ID, etc.)
- Residential Proof (Domicile Certificate)
- School Leaving Certificate
- Caste Certificate (Digital format preferred)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q1: Who can apply for this scheme?
Only Scheduled Tribe (ST) students from Madhya Pradesh who meet the eligibility criteria can apply.
Q2: Are there any discounts available on fees charged by M-Penled coaching institutes?
Under this scheme, students receive full coaching free of cost, including accommodation and schooling for Classes 11 and 12.
Q3: Do parents of the students need to meet any income criteria?
Yes, the annual income of the student’s parents/guardians must not exceed ₹6 lakh from all sources.
Q4: Are there any other conditions to receive benefits?
Yes, students must have passed Class 10 with at least 60% marks, have their bank account linked to Aadhaar, and possess a digital caste certificate.
Q5: How can students apply for the Akanksha Scheme in Madhya Pradesh?
Students must register online on the MPTAAS portal and submit the Akanksha Scheme application form.
Q6: Are there any documents that students need to submit along with the application?
Yes, students must submit their identity proof, residential proof, school leaving certificate, and digital caste certificate.
Sources and References
- User Manual
- Official Portal: www.tribal.mp.gov.in/MPTAAS