The Tribal Welfare and Scheduled Caste (SC) Department of the Government of Madhya Pradesh offers a “Civil Service Incentive Scheme (Madhya Pradesh)” scheme whereby SC/ST candidates are encouraged to show up for Civil Services Examinations by means of an incentive. Candidates who pass the state civil service tests at several levels get incentives. The parents’ yearly income shouldn’t be more than ₹6,00,000/- either.
The objective of this scheme is to:
- Encourage students from Scheduled Castes (SC) and Scheduled Tribes (ST) to pursue careers in civil services.
- Provide financial assistance to ease the cost of preparation.
- Promote higher representation of SC/ST candidates in administrative services.
Benefits of the Scheme
1. Financial Incentives for UPSC Candidates
| UPSC Exam Stage | Incentive Amount (₹) |
|---|---|
| Passing the Preliminary Exam | ₹40,000 |
| Passing the Main Exam | ₹60,000 |
| Selection in the Interview | ₹50,000 |
2. Financial Incentives for MPSC Candidates
| MPSC Exam Stage | Incentive Amount (₹) |
|---|---|
| Passing the Preliminary Exam | ₹20,000 |
| Passing the Main Exam | ₹30,000 |
| Selection in the Interview | ₹25,000 |
Eligibility Criteria
To apply for the Civil Service Incentive Scheme, applicants must fulfill the following conditions:
- Must belong to the Scheduled Caste (SC) or Scheduled Tribe (ST) category.
- Must be a permanent resident of Madhya Pradesh.
- Must have cleared either UPSC or MPSC examinations at any stage.
- The annual income of the applicant’s parents should not exceed ₹6,00,000.
Application Process
Step 1: Offline Application Submission
- Visit the Assistant Commissioner/District Coordinator during office hours.
- Request a hard copy of the prescribed application form from the concerned authority.
- Fill in all mandatory fields in the application form and attach a passport-sized photograph.
- Attach self-attested copies of required documents (listed below).
- Submit the completed application form to the concerned authority within the prescribed period.
- Request an acknowledgment receipt after submission. Ensure it includes date, time, and a unique application number (if applicable).
Documents Required
Applicants need to submit the following documents while applying:
- Passport-size Photograph
- Aadhaar Card (Identity Proof)
- Domicile Certificate (Proof of residence in Madhya Pradesh)
- Caste Certificate (Issued by a competent authority)
- Previous Class Marksheet (Academic Proof)
- Samagra ID (Mandatory for applicants)
- Bank Account Details/Bank Passbook (For direct benefit transfer)
- Other relevant documents, if required
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Civil Service Incentive Scheme (Madhya Pradesh)?
The scheme provides financial incentives to SC/ST candidates from Madhya Pradesh who clear different stages of UPSC or MPSC examinations. - Who is eligible for the scheme?
Applicants must be SC/ST candidates, residents of Madhya Pradesh, and must have passed at least one stage of UPSC or MPSC exams. - Do I need to submit proof of my parents’ income?
Yes, an income certificate is required to prove that the family’s annual income does not exceed ₹6,00,000. - Is the incentive given for each level of the exam?
Yes, incentives are given at each stage of the examination (Preliminary, Main, and Interview). - Can I receive the incentive if I fail at any exam level?
No, the incentive is only provided to candidates who successfully clear each stage of the exam. - Is this scheme available for both UPSC and MPSC candidates?
Yes, the scheme is applicable to candidates appearing for both UPSC and MPSC exams.