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Pre-Matric Scholarship for Backward Class Students

Pre-Matric Scholarship for Backward Class Students provides financial assistance to eligible students in classes 6 to 10 across India, with monthly scholarships of ₹20 for boys and ₹30 for girls in classes 6 to 8, and ₹30 for boys and ₹40 for girls in classes 9 to 10. Scholarships are awarded for 10 months annually, with payments made in a single installment on September 30, targeting students whose parents are not income taxpayers and do not own more than 10 acres of land.

State Cash

States / UT: Madhya Pradesh

Nodal department: Backward Classes and Minorities Welfare Department

Scheme for: Individual

Scheme profile

DBT (direct benefit transfer): No

Categories: Education & Learning

Sub-categories: Scholarships and student finance

Target beneficiaries: Individual

Tags: Financial Assistance, Backward Class, Student, Education, School

Details

The scheme "Pre-Matric Scholarship for Backward Class Students" by the Backward Classes and Minorities Welfare Department, Government of Madhya Pradesh aims to provide financial assistance to backward class students studying at the pre-matriculation level in India. Through this scheme, monthly scholarships of varying amounts are provided to eligible students to help them complete their education. The applications for this scheme are processed through educational institutions. The scheme is implemented across the entire state of Madhya Pradesh.

Benefits

  • Classes 6th to 8th
  • Boys: ₹20/- per month
  • Girls: ₹30/- per month Classes 9th to 10th
  • Boys: ₹30/- per month
  • Girls: ₹40/- per month NOTE: The scheme is individual in nature, covering all of Madhya Pradesh. Scholarships are awarded for 10 months annually and paid in one installment on 30th September

Classes 6th to 8th

  • Boys: ₹20/- per month
  • Girls: ₹30/- per month

Classes 9th to 10th

  • Boys: ₹30/- per month
  • Girls: ₹40/- per month

NOTE:**** The scheme is individual in nature, covering all of Madhya Pradesh. Scholarships are awarded for 10 months annually and paid in one installment on 30th September.

Eligibility

  • The applicant should be a student of classes 6th to 10th.
  • The parents/guardians of the applicant should not be income taxpayers.
  • The parents/guardians of the applicant should not own more than 10 acres of land.

Application Process

Offline

Step 1: The interested applicant should visit the Head of the Educational Institution and request the hard copy of the prescribed format of the application form.
Step 2: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, paste the passport-sized photograph (signed across, if required), 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, within the prescribed period (if any), to the concerned authority.
Step 4: Request a receipt or acknowledgement from the concerned authority to whom the application has been submitted. Ensure that the receipt contains essential details such as the date and time of submission, and a unique identification number (if applicable).
NOTE: Ensure that the application is submitted within the prescribed period, if any.

Clarifications

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

Who is responsible for disbursing the scholarship amount to eligible students in Madhya Pradesh?
The Head of the Educational Institution ensures the scholarship amount is disbursed to eligible students via their bank accounts.
How is the selection process conducted for awarding the scholarship to students under the scheme?
Selection is based on the application form, including attached caste and income proof, to ensure eligibility criteria are met.
What documents and proofs are required to apply for the Pre-Matric Scholarship in Madhya Pradesh?
Applicants must submit the prescribed application form along with valid proof of caste and income to be considered.
Who are considered eligible to receive benefits under the Pre-Matric Scholarship for Backward Class Students scheme?
Students in classes 6 to 10 are eligible if their parents/guardians are not income tax payers and own less than 10 acres of land.
What are the specific monthly scholarship amounts provided to boys and girls under this scheme?
The scholarship provides ₹20 per month for boys and ₹30 per month for girls in classes 6 to 8, and ₹30 per month for boys and ₹40 per month for girls in classes 9 to 10.
By what date is the scholarship amount disbursed annually under the Pre-Matric Scholarship scheme?
The scholarship amount is disbursed in a single instalment by 30th September of each academic year.
What is the extent and duration of coverage provided under the Pre-Matric Scholarship scheme in Madhya Pradesh?
The scheme is available to eligible students across Madhya Pradesh for a duration of 10 months each academic year.
What is the purpose and objective of the Pre-Matric Scholarship for students from backward classes in Madhya Pradesh?
The scheme aims to provide financial assistance to students from backward classes in Madhya Pradesh to help them complete their pre-matriculation education in India.

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Documents Required for Government Schemes

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

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