DFBSSCSTS

Distribution of Free Books and Stationery to SC/ST Students

Under this scheme, free books and stationery are provided to Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe students who are pursuing undergraduate and postgraduate courses at government colleges. Eligible students receive books worth ₹1,500/- and stationery worth ₹500/- per year.

State In Kind

States / UT: Madhya Pradesh

Nodal department: Higher Education Department

Scheme for: Individual

Scheme profile

DBT (direct benefit transfer): No

Categories: Education & Learning

Target beneficiaries: Individual

Tags: Free Books, Free Stationery, Student, Scheduled Caste, Scheduled Tribe

Details

The "Distribution of Free Books and Stationery to SC/ST Students" scheme, implemented by the Higher Education Department of the Government of Madhya Pradesh. Under this scheme, free books and stationery are provided to Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe students who are pursuing undergraduate and postgraduate courses at government colleges. Eligible students receive books worth ₹1,500/- and stationery worth ₹500/- per year.

Benefits

  • Under the scheme free books worth ₹1 500/- and stationery worth ₹500/- per year are provided to SC/ST students studying in government colleges in undergraduate and postgraduate courses

Under the scheme, free books worth ₹1,500/- and stationery worth ₹500/- per year are provided to SC/ST students studying in government colleges in undergraduate and postgraduate courses.

Eligibility

  • The applicant should be a native of Madhya Pradesh.
  • The applicant should be a regular student.
  • The applicant should belong to the Scheduled Caste or Scheduled Tribe category.
  • The applicant should be studying in a government college.
  • The applicant should be pursuing either a graduation or post-graduation course.

Application Process

Offline

  • Eligible students should contact the head or principal of their respective government colleges.

Note 1: After admission, the principal or head of the college will purchase books from the Hindi Granth Academy according to the book purchase rules and distribute them to SC/ST students.
Note 2: Stationery is provided by the college.

Clarifications

Additional points from the scheme information published on myScheme (not legal advice).

Who is eligible for this scheme?
The applicant must be a native of Madhya Pradesh, a regular student, belong to the SC/ST category, studying in a government college, and pursuing either an undergraduate or postgraduate course.
What does the scheme provide to students?
The scheme provides books worth ₹1,500/- and stationery worth ₹500/- per year to eligible students.
How can students apply for this scheme?
Eligible students should contact the head or principal of their respective government colleges to apply for the scheme.
Are only SC/ST students eligible for this scheme?
Yes, only Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe students are eligible for this scheme.
Where can the books be purchased from?
Books are purchased from the Hindi Granth Academy according to the book purchase rules and distributed to eligible students by the principal or head of the college.
How is the stationery provided?
Stationery is provided directly by the college to the eligible students.
Is there a limit on the number of books or stationery items provided?
The scheme provides books worth ₹1,500/- and stationery worth ₹500/- per year per eligible student.
Are students of private colleges eligible for this scheme?
No, this scheme is only applicable to students studying in government colleges.
Can students apply for this scheme if they are studying in a part-time course?
No, the scheme is only for regular students of undergraduate or postgraduate courses in government colleges.
Can students from other states apply for this scheme?
No, the scheme is specifically for students who are natives of Madhya Pradesh.

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
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