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Scholarship for Children of Deceased/Disabled/Retired Government Employees

The objective of this scheme is to motivate children of government employees who are deceased, retired, or disabled. Under this scheme, scholarships ranging from ₹50/- to ₹250/- are provided to children of these government employees who are studying in Class 1 to Class 12 in government schools.

State Cash

States / UT: Madhya Pradesh

Nodal department: School Education Department

Scheme for: Individual

Scheme profile

DBT (direct benefit transfer): No

Categories: Education & Learning

Sub-categories: Scholarships and student finance

Target beneficiaries: Individual

Tags: Scholarship, Deceased, Disabled, Retired, Government Employee, Student

Details

The scheme "Scholarship for Children of Deceased/Disabled/Retired Government Employees" was launched by the School Education Department, Government of Madhya Pradesh, to motivate children of government employees who are deceased, retired, or disabled. Under this scheme, scholarships ranging from ₹50/- to ₹250/- are provided to children of these government employees who are studying in Class 1 to Class 12 in government schools. To be eligible, students should not be beneficiaries of any other scholarship and must have passed their previous class.

Benefits

  • Under this scheme, scholarships will be given at the following rates:-
  • Class 1 to 5: ₹50/- per year for Boys and Girls students- Class 6 to 8: ₹120/- per year for Boys and Girls students- Class 9 to 12: ₹250/- per year for Boys and Girls students Note: The scholarship will be deposited directly into the student& 39;s bank account

Under this scheme, scholarships will be given at the following rates:-

  • Class 1 to 5: ₹50/- per year for Boys and Girls students- Class 6 to 8: ₹120/- per year for Boys and Girls students- Class 9 to 12: ₹250/- per year for Boys and Girls students
    Note: The scholarship will be deposited directly into the student's bank account.

Eligibility

  • The applicant should be a permanent resident of Madhya Pradesh.
  • The student should be studying in Class 1 to Class 12.
  • The student should be studying at a government school in Madhya Pradesh.
  • The student should be the child of a deceased, disabled, or retired government employee.
  • The student should not be a beneficiary of any other scholarship.
  • The student must have passed the previous class.

Application Process

Offline

  • To avail of the benefits under this scheme, eligible students can contact the Principal of their respective government schools/institutions.

Note: The student's profile is entered on the education portal https://shikshaportal.mp.gov.in/ by the teacher of the educational institution as per the record/certificate provided by the student.

Clarifications

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

What is the objective of the scheme?
The objective is to motivate children of deceased, disabled, or retired government employees by providing financial assistance for their education.
Who is eligible for the scholarship under this scheme?
Students who are children of deceased, disabled, or retired government employees, studying in Class 1 to 12 in government schools in Madhya Pradesh.
What are the benefits provided under this scheme?
The scholarship amounts are ₹50 per year for Class 1-5, ₹120 per year for Class 6-8, and ₹250 per year for Class 9-12.
Can students from private schools apply for this scholarship?
No, only students studying in government schools in Madhya Pradesh are eligible.
Is there a specific quota for boys and girls?
No, both boys and girls are eligible for the same scholarship amount.
Can a student who is already receiving another scholarship apply for this scheme?
No, students who are beneficiaries of any other scholarship are not eligible.
How will the scholarship amount be disbursed?
The scholarship will be deposited directly into the student's bank account.
What is the procedure to apply for the scholarship?
Eligible students should contact the Principal of their respective government schools to apply.
Can students from other states apply for this scholarship?
No, only permanent residents of Madhya Pradesh are eligible.
What happens if a student fails a class?
The student must have passed the previous class to be eligible for the scholarship.
Are students who moved to a government school from a private school eligible?
Yes, as long as they are now studying in a government school and meet all other eligibility criteria.

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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