Free Coaching Scheme

Scheme of Free Coaching for SCs, OBCs and PM CARES Children

Empowering economically disadvantaged Scheduled Castes (SCs), Other Backward Classes (OBCs), and beneficiaries of the PM CARES Children Scheme, this initiative offers free coaching for competitive examinations. Eligible students can receive a monthly stipend of ₹4000 and an incentive of ₹15,000 for successful candidates, facilitating their integration into the job market and securing admissions in reputed institutions.

Central Financial Assistance

Ministry / nodal: Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment

Department: Dr. Ambedkar Foundation (DAF)

Nodal department: Dr. Ambedkar Foundation (DAF)

Scheme for: Individual

Scheme profile

DBT (direct benefit transfer): Yes

Categories: Coaching, Skill Development

Target beneficiaries: Scheduled Castes (SCs), Other Backward Classes (OBCs), Beneficiaries of PM CARES Children Scheme

Tags: Coaching, Education, SC, OBC, PM CARES

Details

Why this scheme

The scheme aims to empower economically disadvantaged SCs, OBCs, and beneficiaries of the PM CARES Children Scheme by providing quality coaching for competitive examinations to enhance their skills and facilitate their integration into the job market.

Overview

This scheme provides free coaching to eligible students to prepare for various competitive examinations and secure admissions in reputed technical and professional institutions.

Additional details

Coaching is provided for various competitive exams including UPSC, SSC, banking, and entrance exams for engineering and medical colleges. The scheme has been revised multiple times to enhance its effectiveness.

Timeline & validity

The scheme is applicable from the academic year 2024-25. Students can avail benefits not more than twice under this scheme.

Benefits

  • Students receive coaching for competitive exams a stipend of ₹4000per month for the duration of the course (up to 12 months) and an incentive of ₹15 000for successful candidates clearing the mains stage of civil services exams

Students receive coaching for competitive exams, a stipend of ₹4000 per month for the duration of the course (up to 12 months), and an incentive of ₹15,000 for successful candidates clearing the mains stage of civil services exams.

Eligibility

Students from SCs and OBCs with a family income of ₹8.00 lakh or less per annum are eligible. Beneficiaries of the PM CARES Children Scheme are eligible without any income or caste restrictions. Students must have a valid Aadhar number and pass certain academic criteria.

Exclusions

Students who have availed benefits under any other coaching scheme of the Central or State Government are excluded.

Application Process

Mixed

Where to apply

Applications can be submitted online through the respective Central Universities empanelled under the scheme. No offline applications will be accepted.

How to apply

Eligible students must apply online, providing necessary documents and declarations regarding previous benefits availed under similar schemes. Incomplete applications will be rejected.

Contact & grievance redressal

For grievances, students can contact the Dr. Ambedkar Foundation. Specific helplines or emails were not provided in the document.

Documents Required

  • Income Certificate (for SCs and OBCs)
  • Aadhar number or EID number
  • Beneficiary certificate for PM CARES Children Scheme

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