Hostels for OBC Students

Centrally Sponsored Scheme of Construction of Hostels for OBC Boys and Girls

To combat educational backwardness among OBC students, this scheme provides essential hostel facilities, particularly for those from rural areas. It prioritizes proposals for undergraduate hostels, offering significant financial assistance for construction and furniture, while ensuring accessibility for low-income families and students with disabilities.

Central Financial Assistance

Ministry / nodal: Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment

Department: State Governments, UT Administrations, Central Institutions

Nodal department: State Governments, UT Administrations, Central Institutions

Scheme for: Both

Scheme profile

DBT (direct benefit transfer): No

Target beneficiaries: OBC Students

Tags: Education, OBC, Hostels

Details

Why this scheme

To address educational backwardness of OBCs by providing hostel facilities to students from socially and educationally backward classes, especially from rural areas.

Overview

The scheme aims to facilitate the continuation of education for OBC students by providing necessary hostel facilities.

Additional details

Priority is given to proposals for hostels for undergraduate students. The scheme has been revised to improve accessibility and support for OBC students.

Timeline & validity

Construction must be completed within 18 months from the award of work order or 2 years from the release of the first installment, whichever is earlier.

Benefits

  • Construction cost per hostel seat: ₹3.50 lakh (North East)
  • ₹3.25 lakh (Himalayan)
  • ₹3.00 lakh (Rest of India). Central assistance: 60% for boys' hostels (State) 90% for girls' hostels (State) 100% for UTs. One-time grant of ₹2 500per seat for furniture/equipment

Construction cost per hostel seat: ₹3.50 lakh (North East), ₹3.25 lakh (Himalayan), ₹3.00 lakh (Rest of India). Central assistance: 60% for boys' hostels (State), 90% for girls' hostels (State), 100% for UTs. One-time grant of ₹2,500 per seat for furniture/equipment.

Eligibility

Students from OBC castes included in Central/State/UT lists and not belonging to the 'creamy layer'. Primarily for post-matric students; pre-matric students may be accommodated if seats are available. Preference for OBC students from low-income families. At least 5% of total seats reserved for students with disabilities.

Application Process

Online

Where to apply

Proposals to be submitted to the Joint Secretary (Backward Classes), Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, Shastri Bhavan, New Delhi-110001.

How to apply

Eligible agencies must submit proposals in prescribed formats (Annexure-I and Annexure-I-A). Proposals for three or more hostels must include at least one-third for girls.

Contact & grievance redressal

Helpline and email not specified in the document.

Documents Required

  • Utilization Certificate
  • Physical and financial progress reports of previously sanctioned hostels
  • Details of completed hostels

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