Anudanit Vidhyalaya

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State

States / UT: Uttar Pradesh

Ministry / nodal: Ministry of Social Welfare

Department: Social Welfare Department

Nodal department: Social Welfare Department

Scheme for: Individual

Scheme profile

Target beneficiaries: Children, Scheduled Castes, Underprivileged Communities

Tags: Education, Dalit, Scheduled Castes, Primary Education, Uttar Pradesh, Social Welfare, Free Education, Teacher Training, Educational Materials, Merit-based Admission, Government Scheme, Child Development

Details

The Anudanit Vidhyalaya scheme was established to combat the prevailing inequality, untouchability, and lack of access to education for children from the untouchable (Dalit) community. Initiated by Babasaheb Dr. Bhimrao Ambedkar on June 14, 1928, through the Depressed Classes Educational Society, the scheme aims to provide educational opportunities to children from historically disadvantaged and educationally backward classes, particularly Scheduled Castes. The scheme has evolved over the years, with various government orders and grants supporting the establishment and operation of schools dedicated to these communities. Currently, 392 schools are operational, employing 1,277 teachers for the 2025-26 academic year, ensuring that quality education continues despite challenges such as teacher shortages.

Benefits

  • - Free primary education from class 1 to 5
  • Provision of educational materials including textbooks, uniforms, stationery, and midday meals
  • High-quality education provided by trained teachers
  • Free primary education from class 1 to 5
  • Provision of educational materials including textbooks, uniforms, stationery, and midday meals
  • High-quality education provided by trained teachers

Eligibility

Children aged 6 to 11 years from classes 1 to 5, belonging to Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, or Other Backward Classes. Parents must be residents of Uttar Pradesh.

Exclusions

No exclusions are listed for this scheme yet.

Application Process

Online

  1. Visit the nearest aided primary school or the District Social Welfare Office for admission information.
  2. Obtain the prescribed admission form from the school.
  3. Fill in the child's details and attach required documents (Aadhar card, caste certificate, birth certificate, address proof, passport-size photo).
  4. Submit the form to the school for initial verification.
  5. A merit list will be posted at the school based on availability.
  6. Selected children will be admitted after document verification.

For more information, visit: Anudanit Prathmik Vidyalayas

Documents Required

No document list is available for this scheme yet.

References

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Documents Required for Government Schemes

Most government schemes require basic documents for verification. While the exact requirements vary, common documents include:

  • Aadhaar Card
  • Income Certificate
  • Caste Certificate (if applicable)
  • Residence Proof
  • Bank Account Details
  • Educational Certificates (for student schemes)

How to Apply for Government Schemes?

The application process for government schemes may be online or offline depending on the scheme. In most cases, you can follow these steps:

  1. Check eligibility criteria
  2. Collect required documents
  3. Fill the application form
  4. Submit the application online or at the relevant office
  5. Track application status