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Schemes for welfare of School Children belonging to BPL and BC(A) families: Monthly Stipend for BC-A Students

The scheme aims to provide financial assistance to students from Backward Classes (BC-A) families to support their education. Under this scheme, eligible students studying in Classes 1 to 12 in Haryana Government schools receive a monthly stipend.

State Cash

States / UT: Haryana

Nodal department: School Education Department

Scheme for: Infra

Scheme profile

DBT (direct benefit transfer): Yes

Scheme open date: 2009-03-09

Categories: Education & Learning

Sub-categories: Scholarships and student finance

Target beneficiaries: Individual

Tags: Student, Backward Classes, Scholarship, Stipend

Details

The scheme "Schemes for Welfare of School Children Belonging to BPL and BC(A) Families: Monthly Stipend for BC-A Students" was launched by the Government of Haryana during the financial year 2009-10. It aims to provide financial assistance to students from Backward Class Category (A) (BC-A) families to support their education. Under this scheme, a monthly stipend is provided to students from BC(A) families studying in classes 1 to 12 in Haryana Government schools.

Benefits

  • A. Admissible Monthly Stipend for BC(A) Girl Students: 1. Class 1 to 5: ₹150/- per month 1. Class 6 to 8: ₹200/- per month 1. Class 9 to 12: ₹300/- per month 1. Class 11 to 12 (Science Students only) : ₹400/- per month A. Admissible Monthly Stipend for BC(A) Boy Students: 1. Class 1 to 5: ₹75/- per month 1. Class 6 to 8: ₹100/- per month 1. Class 9 to 12: ₹150/- per month 1. Class 11 to 12 ( Science Students only ): ₹200/- per month Mode of Disbursement: Direct transfer to students& 39; bank accounts. Frequency of Disbursement: Monthly basis. Expected Time of Disbursement: Funds to be transferred at the beginning of each quarter. Validity: Applicable for the duration of the academic session. Attendance criteria: Minimum 50% attendance required for next installment

A. Admissible Monthly Stipend for BC(A) Girl Students:

  1. Class 1 to 5: ₹150/- per month

  2. Class 6 to 8: ₹200/- per month

  3. Class 9 to 12: ₹300/- per month

  4. Class 11 to 12 (Science Students only): ₹400/- per month
    A. Admissible Monthly Stipend for BC(A) Boy Students:

  5. Class 1 to 5: ₹75/- per month

  6. Class 6 to 8: ₹100/- per month

  7. Class 9 to 12: ₹150/- per month

  8. Class 11 to 12 (Science Students only): ₹200/- per month

Mode of Disbursement:

Direct transfer to students' bank accounts.

Frequency of Disbursement:

Monthly basis.

Expected Time of Disbursement:

Funds to be transferred at the beginning of each quarter.

Validity:

Applicable for the duration of the academic session.

Attendance criteria: Minimum 50% attendance required for next installment

Eligibility

  • The applicant should belong to the Backward Classes category (A).
  • The applicant should be a student from Classes 1 to 12.
  • The applicant should be enrolled in a Haryana Government school.
  • The applicant should maintain at least 50% attendance to continue receiving benefits.
  • The applicant should have an active bank account for stipend transfer.

Exclusions

  1. The applicant who does not maintain 50% attendance will not receive the next instalment.
  2. The applicant not studying in a Haryana Government school is ineligible.

Application Process

Offline

The applicant should contact their respective school authorities.

For any queries, applicants can contact the school administration or visit the official website of the Education Department, Government of Haryana.

Clarifications

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

What is the amount of stipend provided under this scheme?
The monthly stipend ranges from ₹75 to ₹400, varying by class level, gender, and stream.
How is the scholarship amount disbursed?
The stipend is directly transferred to the student's bank account through the Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) system.
What is the frequency of stipend disbursement?
The stipend is disbursed monthly, with funds transferred at the beginning of each quarter.
What is the minimum attendance required to continue receiving the scholarship?
Students must maintain at least 50% attendance in school to continue receiving the stipend.
How can students apply for the scholarship?
Students need to visit their school, collect the scholarship application form from the school administration, complete it, and submit it along with the required documents for verification.
Who verifies the scholarship applications?
The school administration verifies the submitted documents and forwards the application to the Education Department for further processing.
Can a student apply if they do not have a bank account?
No, an active bank account in the student's name is mandatory for receiving the stipend.
Is there any preference given to certain students?
Students from the BC(A) category must submit a valid certificate issued by a competent authority to qualify.
Are private school students eligible for this scholarship?
No, only students studying in Haryana Government schools are eligible for this scheme.
Can students from other states apply for this scholarship?
No, the scheme is only for students enrolled in Haryana Government schools.
Is the scholarship applicable for all classes?
Yes, the scheme covers students from Class 1 to Class 12 with different stipend amounts based on the class level.

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