Kasturba Gandhi Special Term Deposit Receipt Scheme
At a Glance
Scheme Category
Education & Learning,Women and Child,Scholarships and student finance
Target Beneficiaries
Individual
Brief Description
Under this scheme, girls who pass Class 8 from Kasturba Gandhi Schools, secure at least 50% marks in Class 10, & enroll in Class 11 receive an STDR of ₹2,000/- (5-year term). Those who score 50% in Class 12 and enroll in graduation receive an STDR of ₹4,000/- (3-year term).
Benefit Type
Cash
Eligibility Criteria
> General Eligibility 1. The applicant should be a native of Rajasthan state. 1. The applicant should be a girl student. 1. The applicant should have passed the 8th class from a Kasturba Gandhi Residential Girls School in Rajasthan. > Eligibility Criteria for Class 10th Students 1. The applicant should have passed the 10th class with a minimum of 50% marks while studying in a government school. 1. The applicant should be enrolled in the 11th class in a government school. > Eligibility Criteria for Class 12th Students 1. The applicant should have passed class 12th with at least 50% marks from a government school 1. The applicant should be enrolled in the first year of a recognized undergraduate course.
Application Mode
Online
Application Process
> Application Process: Step 1: To avail of the benefits of the scheme, the applicant needs to contact their respective school. Step 2: Eligible students are identified by the head of their institution. Step 3: Submit copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attested, if required) to the respective school. Step 4: The school will visit the <nis:link nis:type=webUrl nis:id=slugId nis:text="Shala Darpan, Rajasthan" nis:value=https://rajshaladarpan.rajasthan.gov.in/SD4/Home/Public2/Default.aspx nis:enabled=true/> Portal. Step 5: Using the school&39;s login credentials (Login ID and Password), the school will fill and submit the application form. > Post-Application Process: Step 1: The filled applications are forwarded to the District Education Officer (DEO), Primary/Secondary Education. Step 2: The DEO compiles and forwards all verified applications to the Directorate of Secondary Education, Bikaner, Rajasthan.
Required Documents
- - Aadhaar Card or Jan Aadhaar Card of the student
- - Marksheet Copy
- - Certificate of Regular Study
- - Any Other Document if Required
FAQs
Who can apply for this scheme?
Only girl students who studied in Kasturba Gandhi schools and later enrolled in government schools.
What is the benefit under this scheme?
A ₹2,000 STDR after Class 10 and ₹4,000 STDR after Class 12 for eligible students.
What is an STDR?
STDR stands for Special Term Deposit Receipt, a fixed deposit given in the student’s name.
Can students from private schools apply?
No, only students from government schools are eligible.
Is there any income limit for this scheme?
No.
Do I need to apply online myself?
No, the institution head will apply online on your behalf.
Where is the application submitted finally?
At the Directorate of Secondary Education, Bikaner via District Education Officer.
When will I receive the STDR?
After application verification and approval by the authorities.
Is there any relaxation in marks for SC/ST students?
No.
Can I use the STDR amount for college fees?
The STDR matures after 3 or 5 years and can be used as needed then.