The Bharati Scheme for Education – Professional Education Course (CA Intern – IPCC) is an initiative by the Andhra Pradesh Brahmin Welfare Corporation (ABC) to support financially weaker Brahmin students pursuing Chartered Accountancy. This scheme aims to provide ₹20,000/- financial assistance to eligible students from Andhra Pradesh who have cleared the Common Proficiency Test (CPT) or graduation before 2018 and are registered for the CA-Inter (IPCC) exam. The scheme covers all 13 districts of Andhra Pradesh and is designed to ensure that meritorious Brahmin students can continue their education without financial hurdles.
Benefits
- Financial assistance of ₹20,000/- for Brahmin students pursuing CA-Intern (IPCC).
- Covers tuition and examination fees for CA Intern studies.
- Available for students across all 13 districts of Andhra Pradesh.
Eligibility Criteria
- The applicant must belong to the Brahmin community.
- The student’s parents must be residents of Andhra Pradesh.
- Annual family income should not exceed ₹3,00,000/-.
- The student must have cleared CPT/Graduation before 2018 and registered for CA-Inter (IPCC).
- The student must not have availed of APBWC benefits for the same exam previously.
- The student must be enrolled in the Praja Sadhikara Survey (PSS).
Application Process
Online Application Process
Registration:
- Visit the official website of the Andhra Pradesh Brahmin Welfare Corporation.
- Click on the “Scheme” section and select the Bharati Scheme.
- Click on “Registration” under the concerned scheme name.
- Fill out the application form with required details:
- Personal Details: Name, Address, Aadhaar Number, Ration Card Number, Bank Details, etc.
- Upload: Photograph, Signature, and relevant certificates.
- Documents: Birth Certificate, Residential Certificate, Aadhaar Card, Caste Certificate, Bank Passbook, etc.
- Click “Submit” and note down the Reference Number.
Check Application Status:
- Visit the official website and click on “Services”.
- Select “Know Your Status” from the menu.
- Enter the Reference Number, Mobile Number, or Aadhaar Number.
- Select the Financial Year and click “Fetch Details”.
Download Acknowledgement Slip:
- Visit the official website and navigate to the Scheme section.
- Click on “Acknowledgement Slip” under the Bharati Scheme.
- Enter the Aadhaar Card Number and select the Scheme.
- Click on “Submit” to download the slip.
Documents Required
- Aadhaar Card of the student & parents (must show address in Andhra Pradesh).
- White Ration Card or Income Certificate Number (issued by Mee Seva).
- Caste Certificate (issued by Mee Seva).
- Residence Certificate (issued by Mee Seva).
- Birth Certificate (issued by Mee Seva).
- SSC Marks Sheet.
- Intermediate Marks Sheet.
- Proof of CPT Clearance OR Graduation Certificate.
- Proof of CA Intern (IPCC) registration and exam fee payment receipt.
- Andhra Bank/SBI Passbook in the student’s name.
- (For students studying outside A.P., an account in any Nationalized Bank is acceptable.)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: Who is eligible for the Bharati Scheme for Education (BSE)?
Brahmin students from Andhra Pradesh whose annual family income is below ₹3,00,000/- and are enrolled in the CA-Inter (IPCC) program.
Q: What is the objective of the BSE?
To provide financial support to meritorious Brahmin students pursuing professional courses like Chartered Accountancy (CA).
Q: Is there an age limit for applicants?
There is no specified age limit, but applicants must have cleared CPT/Graduation before 2018.
Q: Can applicants from other states apply?
No, only bonafide residents of Andhra Pradesh can apply.
Q: Can students pursuing higher education abroad apply?
No, this scheme is only for students studying in India.
Q: How is eligibility verified?
Eligibility is verified through Mee Seva records, Aadhaar authentication, and Praja Sadhikara Survey (PSS) enrollment.
Q: What documents are needed for the application process?
Applicants need to submit academic certificates, caste & residence certificates, bank passbook details, Aadhaar card, and proof of CA-Intern (IPCC) registration.
Q: Is there a minimum percentage requirement?
No specific percentage is required, but students must have cleared CPT/Graduation and registered for CA-Inter (IPCC).
Q: Is there a restriction on the number of children per family applying?
No, there is no restriction on the number of children per family applying.
Q: Can applicants submit handwritten documents?
No, all documents must be digitally uploaded as per the application guidelines.
Q: How can I apply for BSE?
Applicants can apply through the official Andhra Pradesh Brahmin Welfare Corporation website by completing the online registration process.