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Jharkhand State Scheduled Caste Pre-Matric Scholarship Scheme

Enhancing educational opportunities for Scheduled Caste students in Jharkhand, the Jharkhand State Scheduled Caste Pre-Matric Scholarship Scheme provides financial assistance for students from Class 1 to 10. Scholarships cover educational expenses, with higher amounts for residential students, aiming to reduce dropout rates and encourage continued education.

State Cash

States / UT: Jharkhand

Nodal department: Department of Scheduled Tribe, Scheduled Caste, Minority and Backward Class Welfare

Scheme for: Individual

Scheme profile

DBT (direct benefit transfer): Yes

Categories: Education & Learning

Sub-categories: Scholarships and student finance

Target beneficiaries: Individual

Tags: Financial Assistance, Scholarship, Pre-Matric, Student, Scheduled Caste

Details

The "Jharkhand State Scheduled Caste Pre-Matric Scholarship Scheme" was launched by the Department of Scheduled Tribe, Scheduled Caste, Minority and Backward Class Welfare, Government of Jharkhand. The scheme aims to enhance the participation of Scheduled Caste students in education by providing financial support. It focuses on students from Class 1st to 10th who are studying in state government schools in Jharkhand. The scheme intends to reduce dropout rates and ensure equal education opportunities.

Benefits

  • Financial assistance to cover educational expenses: S.NO Class Rate for Hostel (For 10 months) Rate for Daylight (For 10 months) 11st to 5th₹1,500/-₹1,500/-26th to 8th₹2,000/-₹2,500/-39th to 10th₹4,500/-₹4,500/- NOTE:
  • Direct transfer of scholarships to beneficiaries’ bank accounts via PFMS
  • Residential students receive higher scholarship amounts compared to non-residential students
  • Class 9th and 10th scholarships are funded jointly by the state (40%) and central (60%) governments

Financial assistance to cover educational expenses:

*S.NOClass*Rate for Hostel (For 10 months)****Rate for Daylight (For 10 months)**11st to 5th₹1,500/-₹1,500/-26th to 8th₹2,000/-₹2,500/-39th to 10th₹4,500/-₹4,500/-

NOTE:

  • Direct transfer of scholarships to beneficiaries’ bank accounts via PFMS.
  • Residential students receive higher scholarship amounts compared to non-residential students.
  • Class 9th and 10th scholarships are funded jointly by the state (40%) and central (60%) governments.

Eligibility

  • The applicant/parents/guardians should be a native of Jharkhand.
  • The applicant should be a student.
  • The applicant must belong to the Scheduled Caste Jharkhand.
  • The applicant must be enrolled in a state government-recognized school.
  • There is no income limit for students from Class 1st to 8th.1. The applicant's annual family income should not exceed ₹2,50,000/- for Class 9th and 10th.

Application Process

Online

Application Process for Student:

Document Preparation:

  • Ensure all required documents are ready, including Aadhaar, caste certificate, income certificate (if applicable), and Aadhaar-linked bank account details.

Submission to School:

  • Submit the required documents and information to the school principal for entry into the e-Kalyan portal.

Aadhaar Authentication:

  • Ensure Aadhaar authentication is completed to generate a unique ID for the application.

Application Process for Schools (Principal/INO Role):

Login Setup:

  • Principals or headmasters (Institute Nodal Officers) register schools using their UDISE code on the e-Kalyan portal.Student Registration:
  • The school head enters eligible students’ details (name, DOB, Aadhaar).
  • New students must be registered immediately upon enrollment.
    Aadhaar Authentication:
  • A unique ID is generated post-verification and is valid for subsequent years.
    Approval Workflow:
  • Applications are verified by District Nodal Officers (DNOs) and forwarded to the District Level Approval Committee.
  • Approved applications are sent to the State Nodal Officer (SNO) for integration and payment processing.
    Scholarship Disbursement:
  • Payments are made through the Aadhaar Payment Bridge System (APBS) or PFMS/NACH for non-linked accounts.

Clarifications

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

Who can apply for this scheme?
Scheduled Caste students studying in government schools in Jharkhand can apply.
What is the income limit for eligibility?
There is no income limit for classes 1st to 8th. For classes 9th to 10th, the annual family income must not exceed ₹2,50,000/-.
Is Aadhaar mandatory?
Yes, Aadhaar is required for authentication and payment processing.
Can students in private schools apply?
No, the scheme is only for students in government schools in Jharkhand.
How is the scholarship paid?
Payments are made through DBT to Aadhaar-linked bank accounts.
What is the role of the school principal in the application process?
The principal registers the school and verifies eligible students' details on the e-Kalyan portal.
Can students reapply every year?
No, once registered, the Aadhaar-linked unique ID is valid for subsequent years.
Is there a grievance redressal mechanism?
Yes, complaints can be registered via e-Kalyan, email, SMS, WhatsApp, or social media.
How long does it take to process the scholarship?
The district-level committee approves applications within seven days.
What is the role of the district nodal officer (DNO)?
The DNO verifies applications and forwards them for approval.

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