Distribution of Free Books and Stationery to SC/ST Students
At a Glance
Scheme Category
Education & Learning
Target Beneficiaries
Individual
Brief Description
Under this scheme, free books and stationery are provided to Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe students who are pursuing undergraduate and postgraduate courses at government colleges. Eligible students receive books worth ₹1,500/- and stationery worth ₹500/- per year.
Benefit Type
In Kind
Eligibility Criteria
1. The applicant should be a native of Madhya Pradesh. 1. The applicant should be a regular student. 1. The applicant should belong to the Scheduled Caste or Scheduled Tribe category. 1. The applicant should be studying in a government college. 1. The applicant should be pursuing either a graduation or post-graduation course.
Application Mode
Offline
Application Process
- Eligible students should contact the head or principal of their respective government colleges. Note 1: After admission, the principal or head of the college will purchase books from the Hindi Granth Academy according to the book purchase rules and distribute them to SC/ST students. Note 2: Stationery is provided by the college.
Required Documents
- Identity proof
- Caste certificate
- Domicile certificate of Madhya Pradesh
- Any other documents as required
FAQs
Who is eligible for this scheme?
The applicant must be a native of Madhya Pradesh, a regular student, belong to the SC/ST category, studying in a government college, and pursuing either an undergraduate or postgraduate course.
What does the scheme provide to students?
The scheme provides books worth ₹1,500/- and stationery worth ₹500/- per year to eligible students.
How can students apply for this scheme?
Eligible students should contact the head or principal of their respective government colleges to apply for the scheme.
Are only SC/ST students eligible for this scheme?
Yes, only Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe students are eligible for this scheme.
Where can the books be purchased from?
Books are purchased from the Hindi Granth Academy according to the book purchase rules and distributed to eligible students by the principal or head of the college.
How is the stationery provided?
Stationery is provided directly by the college to the eligible students.
Is there a limit on the number of books or stationery items provided?
The scheme provides books worth ₹1,500/- and stationery worth ₹500/- per year per eligible student.
Are students of private colleges eligible for this scheme?
No, this scheme is only applicable to students studying in government colleges.
Can students apply for this scheme if they are studying in a part-time course?
No, the scheme is only for regular students of undergraduate or postgraduate courses in government colleges.
Can students from other states apply for this scheme?
No, the scheme is specifically for students who are natives of Madhya Pradesh.