EPY-CSTS

Eklavya Prashikshan Yojana - Coaching To Scheduled Tribe Student Studying In Class Xth, XIth & XIIth

The objective of the scheme is to impart coaching to ST students across Goa studying in classes Xth, XIth (Science), and XIIth (Arts, Science and Commerce). The scheme prepares the students for various professional courses such as Engineering, Medicine, Architecture, Paramedical Sciences, Law, etc.

State Cash

States / UT: Goa

Nodal department: Education Department

Scheme for: Individual

Scheme profile

Categories: Education & Learning, Social welfare & Empowerment

Sub-categories: Scholarships and student finance, Financial assistance

Target beneficiaries: Individual

Tags: Scholarship, Scheduled Tribe, ST, Post-Matric, Reimbursement

Details

"Eklavya Prashikshan Yojana" is a Scholarship Scheme by the Department of Tribal Welfare, Government of Goa. The objective of the scheme is to impart coaching to Scheduled Tribes students across Goa studying in classes Xth, XIth (Science), and XIIth (Arts, Science and Commerce). The scheme prepares the students for various professional courses such as Engineering, Medicine, Architecture, Paramedical Sciences, Law, Chartered Accountancy, etc. after class XIIth.

Scope

The fees shall be reimbursed to the students enrolled in coaching institutes within the State of Goa recognised by the Directorate of Education or registered under the Goa Coaching Classes Regulation Act, 2001. The coaching fees of the students will be reimbursed for the Classes as given below:
Group 1: Xth: Mathematics, Science & English
Group 2: XIth (Science): Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology.
Group 3: XIIth (Science): Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology.
Group 4: XIIth (Commerce): Accountancy, Mathematics.
Group 5: XIIth (Arts): English, Economics.

Benefits

  • The student shall be reimbursed 75% of the fees paid (upto a ceiling of ₹10 000/- per annum per subject in rural areas and ₹12 000/- per annum per subject in urban areas) to the coaching institute upon submission of the fee receipt that is duly certified by the competent authority of the coaching institute. 50% of the Fees: Reimbursed as a first instalment during the First Term of the Academic year upon submission of the fee receipt. 25% of the Fees: Reimbursed as a second instalment upon the submission of the Attendance Certificate of the First Term. Mode of Payment The payment shall be done in the Direct Benefit Transfer mode upon submission of the fee receipt along with the fee structure duly certified by the competent authority of the coaching institute

The student shall be reimbursed 75% of the fees paid (upto a ceiling of ₹ 10,000/- per annum per subject in rural areas and ₹ 12,000/- per annum per subject in urban areas) to the coaching institute upon submission of the fee receipt that is duly certified by the competent authority of the coaching institute.

50% of the Fees: Reimbursed as a first instalment during the First Term of the Academic year upon submission of the fee receipt.
25% of the Fees: Reimbursed as a second instalment upon the submission of the Attendance Certificate of the First Term.

Mode of Payment

The payment shall be done in the Direct Benefit Transfer mode upon submission of the fee receipt along with the fee structure duly certified by the competent authority of the coaching institute.

Eligibility

  • The student shall belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) Category.
  • The Student shall be a regular, full-time student studying in a Government School/ Higher Secondary or in a school that is recognised by the Government of Goa or a Central/State Board of Higher Secondary Education.
  • The fees shall be reimbursed for a particular class in which the student is studying. In the event of a failure in a particular class and the student has to repeat the class, in such circumstances, the fees shall not be reimbursed for a second year.

Exclusions

Students pursuing any course through open school or any such mode of schooling shall not be eligible for the benefit under the scheme.

Application Process

Offline

Step 1: Visit the Office of the Director/ Deputy Director, Department of Tribal Welfare, Govt. of Goa, and request a physical copy of the proforma of the application form for the scheme from the Concerned Authority.
OR
Take a print of the format of the Application Form.
Step 2: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, affix the passport-sized photograph (signed across), and attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attest if required).
Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents to the Concerned Authority.
Step 4: Acquire the receipt/acknowledgement of the successful submission of the application from the Department's Office.

Clarifications

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

Can Students From All Tribal Communities Avail Benefits Under This Coaching Scheme?
Yes, students belonging to all tribal communities are eligible to avail benefits under this coaching scheme, provided they meet the other eligibility criteria specified in the scheme guidelines.
Can Students From Any Region Or District Of Goa Avail Benefits Under This Scheme?
Yes, students from any region or district of Goa can avail benefits under this scheme if they are from Scheduled Tribes (ST) communities and fulfill the other eligibility criteria.
Are There Any Provisions For Expanding The Scheme's Benefits In The Future To Include Students From Different Classes Or Academic Levels?
The content does not mention any specific provisions for expanding the scheme's benefits to different classes or academic levels. Any future expansions or changes to the scheme will likely be subject to government decisions and policy updates.
Are There Any Specific Guidelines For Evaluating The Performance Of The Scheme Periodically?
The content mentions that the performance of the scheme shall be monitored every two years. However, specific evaluation criteria and guidelines are not provided in the content.
How Does The Redressal Of Grievances And Disputes Related To The Scheme Work?
In case any grievances arise during the implementation of the scheme, they shall be heard and decided by the Hon'ble Minister for Tribal Welfare. The decision of the Minister of Tribal Welfare will be considered final and binding on all the concerned parties.
What Steps Are Taken To Monitor The Performance And Progress Of Students Receiving Coaching Assistance?
The content mentions that Field Assistants deputed at the block level shall carry out visits to coaching institutes where students are pursuing coaching. Additionally, coaching institutes are required to submit achievements of students undergoing coaching. These measures likely aid in monitoring student progress and the effectiveness of the coaching provided.
What If A Student Discontinues The Coaching Programme After Receiving The Scholarship Benefits?
If a student decides to discontinue the coaching programme for any reason, the fees reimbursed by the scheme must be refunded back by the student before the end of the Academic Year. This measure ensures that the financial assistance is utilized only for the intended purpose of coaching education.
Where Can I Find The Link To The Scheme Guidelines?
The Scheme Guidelines can be found at this link - https://www.goa.gov.in/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/Eklavya-Prashikshan-Yojana-6-10-2022.pdf
Are The Guidelines Available In Hindi?
No, the guidelines are only available in the English Language.
Can Female Students Also Apply To This Scheme?
Yes, this scheme is open to applicants irrespective of their gender.
Are There Any Age Criteria For This Scheme?
No, there are no age-related eligibility criteria for this scheme.
Does This Scheme Accept Applications From International Students?
No, the scheme only accepts applications from Indian Nationals.

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