The “Book Bank Scheme: II”, initiated by the Adi Dravidar and Tribal Welfare Department, Tamil Nadu, provides free access to textbooks for students belonging to the Adi Dravidar and Tribal communities who are pursuing professional courses. The government purchases textbooks and supplies them to libraries in educational institutions, allowing students to borrow and use them for their studies. The scheme aims to support students financially and promote higher education by ensuring they have access to essential study materials.
Benefits
- Free Access to Textbooks for students in professional courses.
- Books are shared between two (2) students at no cost.
- Books must be returned to the library upon completion of the course.
Eligibility Criteria
To qualify for the Book Bank Scheme: II, applicants must:
- Be a resident of Tamil Nadu.
- Be a student enrolled in a professional course.
- Belong to the Adi Dravidar or Tribal community.
- Be receiving a Government of India Scholarship.
- Agree to return the books after completing the course.
Eligible Courses
The scheme is available for students pursuing:
- Medical
- Engineering
- Law (BL/LLB – 3 years and 5 years, LLM/ML – 2 years)
- MBA (2 years)
- Veterinary Sciences
- Agriculture
- Polytechnic
- Chartered Accountants (CA), Cost Accountants (CMA) (Intermediate and Final levels)
- Postgraduate Technical Courses (Medical, Engineering, Agriculture, Veterinary, and Bio-Science)
- Other equivalent professional courses
Application Process
Offline Application Process
- Collect the application form from the Principal of the educational institution.
- Fill in the required details, affix a passport-sized photograph, and attach self-attested copies of the required documents.
- Submit the completed application form to the institution’s administration.
- Request an acknowledgment receipt containing:
- Date and time of submission.
- Unique application reference number (if applicable).
Documents Required
- Proof of Identity (Aadhaar Card or other government-issued ID).
- Community Certificate (Adi Dravidar/Tribal proof).
- Proof of Enrollment in a Professional Course.
- Proof of Government of India Scholarship (Scholarship Certificate or Approval Letter).
- Any other required documents as specified by the educational institution.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: What is the purpose of the “Book Bank Scheme: II”?
The scheme provides free textbooks to Adi Dravidar and Tribal students enrolled in professional courses, ensuring they have access to essential study materials.
Q: Who is eligible for this scheme?
Students who:
- Belong to the Adi Dravidar or Tribal community.
- Receive a Government of India Scholarship.
- Are pursuing professional courses in Tamil Nadu.
Q: Which courses are covered under the scheme?
The scheme covers professional courses such as Medical, Engineering, Law, MBA, Veterinary, Agriculture, Polytechnic, Chartered Accountancy, and Technical PG courses.
Q: How many students share one set of books?
Each set of books is shared between two students.
Q: Do students need to pay for the books?
No, the books are provided free of cost.
Q: How long can students keep the books?
Students can use the books throughout their course duration but must return them after completing their studies.
Q: How can students apply for the Book Bank Scheme?
Students must apply through their educational institution by submitting the required documents to the Principal’s office.
Q: Can students use the books during vacation periods?
Yes, students can keep the books during vacation periods, provided they return them upon course completion.
Q: Are e-books or digital materials provided under this scheme?
No, only physical textbooks are provided under this scheme.
Q: Can students from communities other than Adi Dravidar and Tribal apply for the scheme?
No, only students from the Adi Dravidar and Tribal communities are eligible.