The Adi Dravidar Welfare Department, government of Puducherry, instituted the “Grant of Retention Scholarship to Scheduled Caste Girl Students.” Under the program, the scholarship is given to female students from the Scheduled Caste Community who attend Governmentally approved private schools in the Union Territory of Puducherry from I Standard to V Standard.
Objective
- To support SC girl students in completing their primary education.
- To reduce dropout rates by providing financial assistance.
- To prevent economic hardships that might force families to send their girls to work instead of school.
Benefits
- ₹1,000 per year per student.
- The scholarship is granted for 10 months per academic year at a rate of ₹100 per month.
Eligibility
- The applicant must be a Scheduled Caste girl student.
- The student must be a resident of Puducherry or should have lived in the Union Territory for at least five years.
- The student must be studying in Classes I to V in a government or private recognized school.
- The annual income of the parent/guardian should not exceed ₹24,000.
Other Conditions
- The scholarship will continue as long as the student maintains satisfactory progress and gets promoted to the next class.
- Any misconduct can lead to cancellation of the scholarship.
- If a student is found to have provided false information, the scholarship will be revoked and the amount recovered at the discretion of the authorities.
Application Process
Online Application Steps
- Register on NSP Portal:
- Visit National Scholarship Portal (NSP).
- Click on “New Registration” and enter the required details.
- Student Registration ID:
- After registration, students will receive a Student Registration ID.
- Login & Apply:
- Use the Student Registration ID to log in under “Fresh Application”.
- Complete Application Form:
- Fill out the application form with the required details.
- Final Submission:
- Click “Final Submit” to complete the application process.
- Confirmation:
- A system-generated registration number will be sent for future reference.
Documents Required
- Identity Proof (Aadhaar Card)
- Passport-size Photograph
- Educational Certificates (Mark sheets)
- Caste Certificate
- Income Certificate
- Nativity/Residence Certificate
- Bank Account Details
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- Q: What is the objective of the scheme?
The scheme aims to financially support Scheduled Caste girl students to help them complete their primary education. - Q: Which agency implements this scheme?
The scheme is implemented by the Adi Dravidar Welfare Department, Government of Puducherry. - Q: Who is eligible for the scholarship?
Scheduled Caste girl students from Class I to Class V studying in recognized schools in Puducherry. - Q: Is this scheme only for residents of Puducherry?
Yes, the student must be a resident of Puducherry or should have lived in the UT for at least five years. - Q: What is the income limit for eligibility?
The annual family income should not exceed ₹24,000. - Q: What benefits does this scheme provide?
Each student receives ₹1,000 per year (₹100 per month for 10 months). - Q: How can students apply for the scholarship?
Students can apply online through the National Scholarship Portal (NSP).