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Rishi and Milan Khosla Scholarship Scheme

The Rishi and Milan Khosla Scholarship Scheme promotes higher education for girl students in Uttarakhand by providing scholarships of ₹51,000 to 50 meritorious individuals enrolled in their first year of postgraduate studies at government colleges. Eligible applicants must be residents of Uttarakhand, have a family income not exceeding ₹6,00,000, and have secured at least 60% marks in their graduation.

State Cash

States / UT: Uttarakhand

Nodal department: Department Of Higher Education

Scheme for: Individual

Scheme profile

DBT (direct benefit transfer): No

Categories: Education & Learning, Women and Child

Sub-categories: Scholarships and student finance, Education and training grants, fellowship, stipend

Target beneficiaries: Individual

Tags: Scholarship, Girl Student, Meritorious Student, Postgraduate

Details

The scheme “Rishi and Milan Khosla Scholarship Scheme” was launched by the Department of Higher Education, Government of Uttarakhand. The scheme aims to promote higher education among girl students in the state by providing scholarships to those pursuing their first year of post-graduation in various government colleges across Uttarakhand.

Benefits

  • A scholarship of ₹51,000/- per student is given to 50 girl students enrolled in the first year of post-graduation at various government colleges across the state

A scholarship of ₹51,000/- per student is given to 50 girl students enrolled in the first year of post-graduation at various government colleges across the state.

Eligibility

  1. The applicant (girl student) must be a resident of Uttarakhand.
  2. The girl student must be studying in a government college in Uttarakhand.
  3. The applicant must be enrolled in the first year of a postgraduate (PG) course.
  4. The applicant’s family annual income from all sources should not exceed ₹6,00,000/-.
  5. The girl student must have obtained a minimum of 60% marks in graduation.

Application Process

Online

  • The scheme is implemented under a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the Government of Uttarakhand and the Rishi and Milan Khosla Foundation, Noida, Uttar Pradesh.
  • Applications are generally invited by the Department of Higher Education during December–January, after informing the respective colleges.
  • To avail the scholarship, the girl student must apply online at www.vidyasaarathi.co.in during the specified period. Along with the application, the student is required to submit her Aadhaar card, bank account details, permanent residence certificate, income certificate, mark sheets of all years of graduation, college ID, and proof of admission in post-graduation.

Clarifications

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

Who is eligible for this scholarship?
Girl students enrolled in the first year of post-graduation in government colleges of Uttarakhand, with at least 60% marks in graduation, are eligible. <br>
How many students are awarded under this scheme?
The scholarship is awarded to 50 girl students each year. <br>
What is the amount of the scholarship?
Each selected student receives a scholarship of ₹51,000/-. <br>
Are students from private colleges eligible?
No, the scholarship is applicable only for girl students studying in government colleges of Uttarakhand. <br>
What is the family income criterion for eligibility?
The total annual family income from all sources should not exceed ₹6 lakh. <br>
Is there any academic performance requirement?
Yes, the student must have secured a minimum of 60% marks in graduation. <br>
When are applications usually invited?
Applications are generally invited by the Department of Higher Education during December–January each year. <br>
How can students apply for the scholarship?
Students must apply online at [www.vidyasaarathi.co.in](https://www.vidyasaarathi.co.in) during the application period. <br>

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