The Backward Class Students Meritorious Award Scheme, launched in 2009, aims to recognize and reward academic excellence among students belonging to the Backward Class category in Madhya Pradesh. The scheme grants monetary awards to one boy and one girl in each district who secure the highest marks in the Class 10th and 12th board examinations.
This initiative is implemented by the Assistant Director, Backward Classes and Minorities Welfare Department at the district level.
Benefits of the Scheme
- Class 10th Board Examination: ₹5,000/- per student
- Class 12th Board Examination: ₹10,000/- per student
- Total Awards: One boy and one girl per district
- Frequency: Annual
- Time of Disbursement: August 15 (Independence Day) or January 26 (Republic Day)
Eligibility Criteria
- The applicant must be a student of Class 10th or 12th.
- The applicant must be a resident of Madhya Pradesh.
- The applicant must belong to the Backward Class category.
- The applicant must be enrolled in a recognized school in Madhya Pradesh.
- The applicant must be a top scorer at the district level in the Class 10th board exam or one of the two highest scorers (one male and one female) in the Class 12th board exam.
Application Process
Offline Application Process
Step 1: Visit the Assistant Director, Backward Classes and Minorities Welfare Office in your district during office hours.
Step 2: Request a hard copy of the prescribed application form.
Step 3: Fill in all the required details, attach your passport-sized photograph, and submit self-attested copies of the required documents.
Step 4: Submit the completed application form along with the documents before the deadline.
Step 5: Collect a receipt or acknowledgment from the concerned authority, ensuring it contains the submission date, time, and a unique identification number (if applicable).
Note: Ensure that the application is submitted within the prescribed period.
Documents Required
- Passport-size Photograph
- Aadhaar Card (Identity Proof)
- Domicile Certificate of Madhya Pradesh
- Caste Certificate (Backward Class category)
- Samagra ID
- Bank Account Details (Bank Passbook Copy)
- Mark Sheet of Class 10th/12th Board Examination
- Other necessary documents (if required)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: What is the Backward Class Students Meritorious Award Scheme?
A: It is a state government initiative to reward the top-ranking students from the Backward Class category in Class 10th and 12th board examinations.
Q: Who is eligible for this scheme?
A: Students belonging to the Backward Class category, residing in Madhya Pradesh, studying in recognized schools, and securing the highest marks in the Class 10th or 12th board exams at the district level.
Q: What is the award amount for Class 10th board exam toppers?
A: ₹5,000/- per student.
Q: What is the award amount for Class 12th board exam toppers?
A: ₹10,000/- per student.
Q: How many students from Class 12th are awarded?
A: Two students per district—one male and one female.
Q: Are students from private schools eligible for this scheme?
A: Yes, students from both government and private recognized schools in Madhya Pradesh can apply.
Q: Is there an income limit for eligibility?
A: No, there is no income limit specified for this scheme.
Q: Do students need to apply for this scheme?
A: Yes, eligible students must submit an application to claim the award.
Q: What documents are required to claim the award?
A: Documents such as Aadhaar Card, Domicile Certificate, Caste Certificate, Samagra ID, Bank Account Details, and Class 10th/12th Marksheet are required.
Q: Can students from outside Madhya Pradesh avail of this scheme?
A: No, only permanent residents of Madhya Pradesh are eligible.