ANNOUNCEMENT OF “Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Memorial Award to Scheduled Caste Students” Scheme by Adi Dravidar Welfare Department, Government of Puducherry. The award is given to the toppers of boy and girl student with 55 % aggregate marks in each region (Pondicherry,Karaikal,Yanam) of Higher Secondary examination.
Benefits
- Cash Award of ₹15,000/- to selected students.
Eligibility
To qualify for the Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Memorial Award, the applicant must:
- Belong to the Scheduled Caste (SC) category.
- Be a student who has passed the Higher Secondary Examination.
- Have secured at least 55% marks in aggregate.
- Be a native or resident of the Union Territory of Puducherry for at least 5 years.
Application Process
Offline Application:
- Visit the Office/Sub-Office of the Adi Dravidar Welfare and Scheduled Tribes Welfare Department during office hours to obtain the prescribed application form.
- Fill out the application form completely and attach a passport-sized photograph (signed across, if required).
- Attach all mandatory documents (self-attested copies, if required).
- Submit the completed application form along with the documents to the concerned authority.
- Request a receipt/acknowledgment upon submission. The receipt should include essential details like submission date, time, and a unique identification number (if applicable).
Documents Required
- Residence-cum-nativity Certificate (issued by a competent authority).
- Caste Certificate (proving Scheduled Caste status).
- Recent passport-size photograph.
- Aadhaar Card.
- Bank Passbook (for direct benefit transfer).
- Income Certificate.
- Attested copies of qualifying certificates (Higher Secondary Examination results).
If Aadhaar Card is not available, the applicant must submit Aadhaar Enrolment ID along with any ONE of the following documents:
- Bank or Post Office Passbook with Photo.
- Permanent Account Number (PAN) Card.
- Passport.
- Ration Card.
- Voter Identity Card.
- MGNREGA Card.
- Kisan Photo Passbook.
- Driving License (issued under the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988).
- Certificate of Identity with Photograph (issued by a Gazetted Officer or Tehsildar on official letterhead).
- Any other document specified by the Department.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q1: How does the scheme contribute to promoting education among Scheduled Caste students?
The scheme provides financial assistance to encourage higher education among Scheduled Caste students and motivates them to excel academically.
Q2: Can a student who secured exactly 55% marks be considered eligible?
Yes, students who have secured exactly 55% marks in their Higher Secondary Examination are eligible to apply.
Q3: Is there any age restriction for applicants?
No, there is no specific age limit mentioned in the scheme guidelines.
Q4: Can a student from the Yanam region apply for the award?
Yes, the award is granted to top-ranking students from Pondicherry, Karaikal, and Yanam regions.
Q5: What is the monetary benefit provided under this scheme?
The selected students will receive a cash award of ₹15,000/-.
Q6: Is there any compensation for the delay in the disbursal of the scheme benefits?
No official mention of compensation for delayed payments has been provided in the scheme guidelines.
Q7: Can applicants from neighboring states/UTs also apply to this scheme?
No, only natives/residents of Puducherry for at least 5 years are eligible to apply.
Q8: Is there an application deadline for this scheme?
Applicants should check with the Adi Dravidar Welfare Department for the latest deadlines.
Q9: Where can I find the link to the scheme guidelines?
Applicants can visit the official website of the Adi Dravidar Welfare Department or contact the department directly for the official scheme guidelines.
Q10: Is there any application fee?
No, there is no application fee required to apply for the award.