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Jharkhand State Scheduled Tribe Pre-Matric Scholarship Scheme

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Updated 24 Oct 20264 min readOfficial listing text, not yet reviewedHow we write

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    The "Jharkhand State Scheduled Tribe Pre-Matric Scholarship Scheme" aims to promote education and reduce dropout rates among Scheduled Tribe students. It provides financial assistance to students from Class 1st to 10th who are studying in government schools in Jharkhand.

    The "Jharkhand State Scheduled Tribe Pre-Matric Scholarship Scheme" was launched by the Department of Scheduled Tribe, Scheduled Caste, Minority and Backward Class Welfare, Government of Jharkhand. The scheme aims to promote education and reduce dropout rates among Scheduled Tribe students. It provides financial assistance to students from Class 1st to 10th who are studying in government schools in Jharkhand and covers tuition fees, hostel expenses, and other educational costs.

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    Amount and what it covers

    Financial assistance to cover educational expenses:

    S.NOClassRate for Hostel (For 10 months)
    Rate for Daylight (For 10 months)
    11st to 5thRs. 1,500/-Rs. 1,500/-26th to 8thRs. 2000/-Rs. 2,500/-39th to 10thRs. 4,500/-Rs. 4,500/-

    NOTE:

    • Direct transfer of scholarships to beneficiaries’ bank accounts via PFMS.
    • Residential students receive higher scholarship amounts compared to non-residential students.
    • Class 9th and 10th scholarships are funded jointly by the state (40%) and central (60%) governments.

    Who can apply

    1. The applicant/parents/guardians should be a native of Jharkhand.
    2. The applicant should be a student.
    3. The applicant must belong to the Scheduled Tribe category.
    4. The applicant must be enrolled in a state government-recognized school.
    5. There is no income limit for students from Class 1st to 8th.
    6. The applicant's annual family income should not exceed Rs. 2,50,000/- for Class 9th and 10th.

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    NOTE: The income certificate for Class 9th remains valid for Class 10th.

    How to apply

    Online

    Application Process for Student:

    Document Preparation:

    • Ensure all required documents are ready, including Aadhaar, caste certificate, income certificate (if applicable), and Aadhaar-linked bank account details.

    Submission to School:

    • Submit the required documents and information to the school principal for entry into the e-Kalyan portal.

    Aadhaar Authentication:

    • Ensure Aadhaar authentication is completed to generate a unique ID for the application.

    Application Process for Schools (Principal/INO Role):

    Login Setup:

  1. Principals or headmasters (Institute Nodal Officers) register schools using their UDISE code on the e-Kalyan portal.

    2. Student Registration:

  2. The school head enters eligible students’ details (name, DOB, Aadhaar).
  3. New students must be registered immediately upon enrollment.

    4. Aadhaar Authentication:

  4. A unique ID is generated post-verification and is valid for subsequent years.

    5. Approval Workflow:

  5. Applications are verified by District Nodal Officers (DNOs) and forwarded to the District Level Approval Committee.
  6. Approved applications are sent to the State Nodal Officer (SNO) for integration and payment processing.

    7. Scholarship Disbursement:

  7. Payments are made through the Aadhaar Payment Bridge System (APBS) or PFMS/NACH for non-linked accounts.

    8. Questions readers ask

    Who can apply for the scholarship?

    Scheduled Tribe students studying in Jharkhand state government schools from classes 1 to 10 can apply.

    Is there an income limit for eligibility?

    For classes 1st to 8th, there is no income limit. For classes 9th and 10th, the family's annual income must not exceed Rs. 2,50,000/-.

    Who approves the scholarship applications?

    Applications are verified at the school level, then reviewed and approved by the District Welfare Officer (DNO) and the District-Level Approval Committee.

    What happens if the student's bank account is not linked with Aadhaar?

    In such cases, the payment will be processed through NACH (National Automated Clearing House).

    How can I track the status of my application?

    You can track the status through the e-Kalyan portal or receive SMS updates on your registered mobile number.

    Who conducts monitoring and audits of the scheme?

    The Tribal Welfare Commissioner conducts annual audits, social audits, and evaluation every three years to ensure proper implementation.

    How can I apply for the scholarship?

    Applications can be submitted through the e-Kalyan portal. The school principal or headmaster will register eligible students on the portal.

    What is the role of the school in the application process?

    The school principal or headmaster will register the school on the e-Kalyan portal and ensure eligible students’ data is entered and verified.

    How is the scholarship amount disbursed?

    The amount is transferred directly to the bank account of the student or their parent/guardian through PFMS using DBT (Direct Benefit Transfer).

    What is the approval process at the district level?

    Verified applications are reviewed by the District-Level Approval and Monitoring Committee, headed by the District Commissioner.

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