Financial Incentive to SC Meritorious Girls Students
At a Glance
Scheme Category
Education & Learning,Social welfare & Empowerment,Scholarships and student finance,Financial assistance
Target Beneficiaries
Individual
Brief Description
The scheme provides financial incentives worth ₹5,000/- to the meritorious girls from Scheduled Castes who have secured 80% or above marks in the HSLC examination. To objective is to motivate and encourage SC students to pursue higher studies and bring them at par with the rest.
Benefit Type
Cash
Eligibility Criteria
- The applicant must be currently enrolled as a student. - The applicant must be female. - The applicant must belong to a Scheduled Caste (SC) community of Assam. - The applicant must have secured a minimum of 80% marks in the HSLC examination held in 2025. - The annual income of the applicant&39;s parents/guardians must not exceed ₹5,00,000/-.
Application Mode
Online
Application Process
The applications will be accepted through the myScheme platform from 04/07/2025 to 31/10/2025. Signup to DigiLocker Step 1: Visit the <nis:link nis:type=webUrl nis:id=slugId nis:text="_DigiLocker Portal_" nis:value=https://www.digilocker.gov.in/ nis:enabled=true/> or download the DigiLocker Mobile App (<nis:link nis:type=webUrl nis:id=slugId nis:text="_Android_" nis:value=https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.digilocker.android nis:enabled=true/> / <nis:link nis:type=webUrl nis:id=slugId nis:text="_iOS_" nis:value=https://itunes.apple.com/in/app/digilocker/id1320618078 nis:enabled=true/>). Step 2: Click "<nis:link nis:type=webUrl nis:id=slugId nis:text="_Login/Register_" nis:value=https://www.digilocker.gov.in/web/signup nis:enabled=true/>" and provide these details: Full name, Gender, Mobile number, Email ID, and Aadhaar Number. Create a 6-digit PIN. Step 3: Finally, click "Submit". Note the 6-digit PIN for future reference. Signin to myScheme Step 1: At the top right corner of this page, click "Sign In". Provide your DigiLocker Mobile Number and the 6-digit PIN. Step 2: Click the "I consent to terms of use" checkbox, then click "Sign In". You will be directed to the DigiLocker Consent Page. Step 3: At the bottom of the page, click "Allow". You have now successfully signed in to myScheme. Scheme Application Step 1: At the top of this page, click "Apply Now". The application form of the scheme will open. Step 2: Fill in all the mandatory fields of the application form, and upload all the mandatory documents in the specified format and size. Step 3: Carefully review all the information provided and the documents uploaded. Make any necessary corrections. Step 4: Click "Submit". You&39;ll receive the following confirmation message: "Form Submitted Successfully!". Step 5: For future reference, click "Print" to print the form or to download the filled form as a PDF file. Else, click "Ok" to get redirected to the myScheme landing page. Helpdesk Contact Details Email: assamdirectorateofwelfareofsc@gmail.com Mobile Number: 8638922415
Required Documents
- - Recent Photograph
- - Caste Certificate (valid SC certificate, inserting sub-caste)
- - Parents' Income Certificate, issued by the Circle Officer
- - HSLC Admit Card
- - HSLC Marksheet
- - HSSLC Marksheet
- - Front Page of Passbook
- - Aadhaar Card/PAN Card
- Specifications for Photo Upload: Filetype: JPEG/JPG. Filesize: Between 50KB and 3MB.
- Specifications for Document Upload: Filetype: PDF. Filesize: Between 300KB and 3MB.
FAQs
What is the financial benefit provided under this scheme?
Eligible students receive a one-time incentive of ₹5,000/- to encourage higher education.
Is there an income limit for the applicant’s family to qualify for this scheme?
Yes, the annual income of the applicant’s parents must not exceed ₹5,00,000/-.
Who is eligible to apply for this financial incentive scheme for meritorious girls?
The scheme is open to female students from the Scheduled Caste (SC) community of Assam who have scored 80% or above in their HSLC (SEBA/CBSE/ICSE) examination.
Which examinations are considered for determining eligibility under this scheme?
The applicant must have secured 80% or above in the HSLC examination conducted by SEBA, CBSE, or ICSE.
Do applicants need to submit proof of their caste to apply for this scheme?
Yes, a valid Scheduled Caste (SC) certificate mentioning the sub-caste must be submitted.
What happens if multiple applicants have the same percentage in the HSSLC examination?
Preference will be given to applicants with a higher percentage in their HSLC (Class 10) examination.
What documents are required to be submitted along with the application form?
Required documents include a caste certificate, parents’ income certificate, admit cards, mark sheets, a self-attested passbook front page, Voter ID/PAN card, and Aadhaar card.
Who issues the income certificate required for this scheme?
The parents’ annual income certificate must be issued by a Circle Officer.
Do applicants need to self-attest any of the submitted documents?
Yes, documents such as the passbook front page and photograph (if specified) must be self-attested.
What is the purpose of this financial incentive scheme?
The scheme aims to motivate and encourage SC girls to pursue higher education by providing financial support.
Can male students from Scheduled Castes apply for this scheme?
No, only female students from the SC community are eligible.
What if an applicant’s HSLC marks are below 80%?
Only students who have scored 80% or above in HSLC are eligible for this incentive.
Are students from boards other than SEBA, CBSE, or ICSE eligible?
No, only HSLC results from SEBA, CBSE, or ICSE are considered.
Which government department is responsible for implementing this scheme?
The Directorate of Welfare of Scheduled Castes and Backward Classes, Government of Assam, oversees the scheme’s implementation.
When is the application window open for the 2025-26 cycle, and how can I apply?
Applications will be accepted online via the myScheme platform from 1st July 2025 to 31st August 2025.
Is a DigiLocker account mandatory to apply?
Yes, a DigiLocker account is compulsory for application submission.
What are the technical specifications for uploading photographs in the application?
Photos must be in JPEG/JPG format, with a file size between 50KB and 3MB.
What file type and size are acceptable for uploading supporting documents?
Documents must be in PDF format, with each file sized between 300KB and 3MB.
How do I create a DigiLocker account if I don’t have one?
Visit the DigiLocker portal/app, provide your Aadhaar number, mobile, email, and a 6-digit PIN, and submit the details to register.
What credentials do I need to sign in to the myScheme platform?
Use your DigiLocker-registered mobile number and the 6-digit PIN created during DigiLocker setup to log in.
Where can I download the DigiLocker mobile app for account creation?
The app is available on Google Play (Android) and the iOS App Store.
What happens after I submit the application on myScheme?
You’ll receive a "Form Submitted Successfully!" confirmation and can print/download the form as a PDF.