The “Mukhyamantri Konya Atmonirbhor Yojana” was launched by the Directorate of Higher Education, Government of Tripura. Under this scheme, meritorious girls studying in the 1st semester of a course at General Degree Colleges in Tripura are provided with a free Scooty for their commute to college. Students need to apply through their respective colleges to the Higher Education Department of Tripura.
Benefits
- A free Scooty to facilitate travel to college.
Eligibility
- The applicant must be a resident of Tripura.
- The applicant must be a girl student.
- The parents/guardians of the applicant must be natives of Tripura or have a continuous residence in Tripura for at least ten years.
- The applicant must be studying in the 1st semester of a course at a General Degree College in Tripura.
Application Process
Offline Application
- Request a hard copy of the prescribed application form from the college staff.
OR- Download and print the application form from the official source.
- Fill in all the mandatory details, attach a passport-sized photograph (signed across, if required), and self-attest necessary documents.
- Submit the completed application form along with the required documents to the Principal / Principal-In-Charge of the college.
- Obtain a receipt or acknowledgment from the submission authority, ensuring that it contains details such as submission date, time, and a unique identification number (if applicable).
Documents Required
- Aadhaar Card.
- 12th Grade (High School+2) Marksheet.
- Passport-size photo.
- Birth Certificate / Madhyamik Admit Card.
- Permanent Resident Tripura Certificate (PRTC).
- Income Certificate issued by Sub-Divisional Magistrate (SDM) / Deputy Commissioner of Magistrate (DCM) / Competent Authority.
- Guardian’s Address Proof.
- Front page of the applicant’s Bank Passbook.
- Disability Certificate (if applicable).
- Any other document, as required.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: Can applicants residing outside Tripura apply for the scheme?
A: No, only permanent residents of Tripura can apply.
Q: What is the role of the Principal/Principal-In-Charge in the application process?
A: They verify and forward the applications to the Higher Education Department.
Q: Can applicants download the application form online?
A: Yes, students can download and print the form if available on the official portal.
Q: Are there any specific documents required for the application?
A: Yes, students must provide Aadhaar, PRTC, 12th marksheet, income certificate, and other necessary documents.
Q: What benefit does the scheme provide to meritorious girls studying in General Degree Colleges in Tripura?
A: Eligible students receive a free Scooty to help them commute to college.
Q: Can applicants submit their application forms electronically?
A: No, the application process is strictly offline.
Q: Who is responsible for issuing the Income Certificate required for the application?
A: The Sub-Divisional Magistrate (SDM) / Deputy Commissioner of Magistrate (DCM) / Competent Authority.
Q: How does the scheme ensure transparency and accountability in the application process?
A: Applications go through a verification process by the college authorities before submission to the Higher Education Department.
Q: What role does the Permanent Resident Tripura Certificate (PRTC) play in the eligibility criteria?
A: It serves as proof of residency, ensuring that only Tripura residents benefit from the scheme.
Q: Is there any restriction on the type of course or program the applicant must be enrolled in to qualify for the scheme?
A: Yes, the applicant must be enrolled in the 1st semester of a course at a General Degree College in Tripura.
Q: Can students enrolled in professional courses or vocational programs avail themselves of the scheme benefits?
A: No, the scheme is only for General Degree College students.
Q: Are there any income criteria for eligibility under the scheme?
A: Yes, an Income Certificate is required, but no specific income limit has been mentioned.