The Backward Class and Extremely Backward Class Welfare Department of the Government of Bihar conducts the “Mukhyamantri Vyavsayik Pathyakram Margdarshan Evam Utprerak Yojana” scheme. It provides free pre-examination coaching to the students belonging to the BC and EBC categories. This includes students preparing for NET, GATE, JRF, and Ph.D. exams. It is provided at several colleges and career counseling centers.
Benefits
Free coaching is provided : The shortlisted candidates will be provided with free coaching services by a few of its renowned career counseling institutes. There are no hostel facilities available.
Eligibility
To be eligible, a candidate must fulfill all the criteria mentioned in the list below. Mukhyamantri Vyavsayik Pathyakram Margdarshan Yojana Evam Utprerak
- The applicant should be a permanent resident of Bihar and also should be a part of the Backward Class/Extremely Backward Class.
- Income Limit: The applicant’s household should not earn more than ₹3,00,000 per year.
- Educational Qualifications: For appearing in the competitive exam, the applicant needs to meet the minimum educational requirements.
- Selection: The selection procedure will be in the form of a written multiple-choice test which is conducted strictly as per the syllabus for the exam.
Offline Application Process:
- Step 1: The form of application can be downloaded from the official website, or may also be picked in person from the appropriate Career Guidance Center Director.
- Step 2: Submit application with all required information. Self-attested copies of relevant documents may also be attached to the form and a passport-size photograph must also be pasted on which sign across may also be made, if needed.
- Step 3: Send the completed application and supporting documents to the proper Career Guidance Center Director through registered or expedited mail.
- Darbhanga House, PMIR Department, Vocational Course Guidance and Induction Center, Director, Patna University, Patna 800005.
- Director, Kautilya Bhawan, Patliputra University, Patna 800020, Vocational Course Guidance and Induction Center.
- Tilkamanjhi Bhagalpur University, Bhagalpur, 82007; Director, Professional Course Guidance and Induction Center, Post Graduate Psychology Department.
- For the rest of the districts, contact the district office.
Documents Required
- Two passport-sized color photographs
- Birth Certificates and Educational Qualification Certificates
- An Aadhaar card, caste certificate, income certificate, and self-addressed envelope with a postage stamp worth enough for registered mail.
- The applicant must self-attest each document.
Questions and Answers (FAQ)
Q1: What is this scheme’s purpose?
This program aims at offering free pre-examination tutoring to BC and EBC students of Bihar in NET, GATE, JRF, and Ph.D..
Q2: Who is the coaching program designed for?
A student who comes under the purview of being a permanent resident of Bihar but fulfills financial and educational needs falls under the Backward Class (BC) and Extremely Backward Class (EBC) categories.
Q3: What tests are part of the scheme?
Coaching for competitive exams such as NET, GATE, JRF, and Ph.D. programs is covered under the program.
Q4: Where may candidates locate the application?
The application form is available for pickup at the Career Guidance Center or download from the official website.
Q5: What is the proper way to submit the application?
The completed application form and all other necessary documentation should be mailed to the proper Career Guidance Center Director via registered or expedited mail.
Q6: Are accommodations available at all times throughout the program also?
No. This program does not provide dormitory space for students.
Q7: What is the basis for selecting the candidates?
Multiple-choice written exam conducted as each competitive exam prescribes.
Q8: May a candidate submit an application to more than one center?
Candidates can apply for as many centres as they qualify for.
Q9: For how old does one need to be to get in?
Even though there’s no upper limit, the program requires that selected examination must adhere to the stipulations of becoming eligible for the competitive examination.
Q10: Are there seats reserved for particular categories?
Pursuant to the backward class and minority welfare rules, some seats are held for BC students and EBC students.