Award Scheme for Candidates Selected in NDA, IMA, OTA, INA, IAF
At a Glance
Scheme Category
Education & Learning,Scholarships and student finance
Target Beneficiaries
Individual
Brief Description
Under this scheme, a one-time award of ₹50,000/- is given to each candidate from Uttarakhand who has been selected for service at premier defence academies such as the NDA, IMA, OTA, INA, and IAF.
Benefit Type
Cash
Eligibility Criteria
1. The candidate must be a native or permanent resident of Uttarakhand. 1. The candidate should have been selected for service at one of the premier defence academies, such as National Defence Academy (NDA), Indian Military Academy (IMA), Officers Training Academy (OTA), Indian Naval Academy (INA) or Indian Air Force (IAF). 1. The applicant must either be currently undergoing training at the respective academy or have been formally inducted into the defence service. 1. The candidate must have successfully completed the relevant training and course.
Application Mode
Offline
Application Process
- Candidates must apply after being selected for the service and completing their training. They should download the application form from the Department of Higher Education’s website at <nis:link nis:type=webUrl nis:id=slugId nis:text="https://he.uk.gov.in" nis:value=https://he.uk.gov.in/ nis:enabled=true/>/ and attach the following documents: the candidate’s Aadhaar card, PAN card, bank account details, permanent residence certificate, appointment letter, training certificate, proof of joining after training (if applicable), and a declaration stating that they have not previously availed the benefit of this scheme. - The completed application form, along with the attached documents, must be submitted to the Directorate of Higher Education, Haldwani. After preliminary scrutiny of applications at the Directorate level, an amount of ₹50,000 is released from the government every six months.
Required Documents
- Aadhaar card
- PAN card
- Bank account details
- Permanent residence certificate
- Appointment letter
- Training certificate
- Proof of joining, if applicable, after completion of training
- A declaration stating that they have not previously availed the benefit of this scheme
FAQs
What is the benefit amount?
₹50,000/- per eligible candidate.
Who can apply under this scheme?
Candidates from Uttarakhand selected in NDA, IMA, OTA, INA, IAF after completing training.
Is this benefit provided every year?
No, it is a one-time award.
Can a serving officer apply?
Yes, if training is completed and service has begun.
Can I apply while training is ongoing?
No, you must complete training first.
What if I already received this benefit?
The candidate is not eligible again.
How to apply for this award?
Download the form from https://he.uk.gov.in and submit it offline to the Directorate of Education in Haldwani.
What documents are required?
Aadhaar, PAN, bank passbook, residence, training certificate, appointment/joining letter, self-declaration.
What is the application timeline?
Apply after completing training and receiving posting.
How frequently is the disbursement processed?
Every six months.