Ashram Schools (Scheduled Tribes)

Description
The scheme "Ashram Schools" was launched on 1st January 1966 by the Tribal Welfare and Scheduled Caste SC Department of Madhya Pradesh. The scheme provides free accommodation, mess, and education facilities to Scheduled Tribe students.

Benefits
• Providing free accommodation, mess, and education facilities.

Eligibility Criteria
1. The student should be a native of Madhya Pradesh.
2. The student should belong to the Scheduled Tribe category.
3. The student should be studying in a government school in Madhya Pradesh.

Application Process
Step 1: Registration
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Registration

Step 2: Step 1: The applicant should visit the Madhya Pradesh Tribal Affairs & Scheduled Caste Welfare Automation System MPTAAS portal.
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Step 1: The applicant should visit the Madhya Pradesh Tribal Affairs & Scheduled Caste Welfare Automation System MPTAAS portal.

Step 3: Step 2: Click on "New Beneficiary Profile Registration."
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Step 2: Click on "New Beneficiary Profile Registration."

Step 4: Step 3: Fill in all the required details. Fields marked with * are mandatory. Complete the form by entering all necessary information.
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Step 3: Fill in all the required details. Fields marked with * are mandatory. Complete the form by entering all necessary information.

Step 5: Step 4: Upload all required documents, such as ID proof and other relevant certificates.
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Step 4: Upload all required documents, such as ID proof and other relevant certificates.

Step 6: Step 5: After completing the form and uploading the documents, click "Submit".
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Step 5: After completing the form and uploading the documents, click "Submit".

Step 7: Step 6: After successful payment and submission, you will receive a registration number.
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Application

Step 8: Step 1: The applicant should visit the Madhya Pradesh Tribal Affairs & Scheduled Caste Welfare Automation System MPTAAS portal.
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Step 1: The applicant should visit the Madhya Pradesh Tribal Affairs & Scheduled Caste Welfare Automation System MPTAAS portal.

Step 9: Step 2: Enter your user ID, password, and captcha code, then click "Login."
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Step 2: Enter your user ID, password, and captcha code, then click "Login."

Step 10: Step 3: Choose the scheme you wish to apply for to avail the benefits.
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Step 3: Choose the scheme you wish to apply for to avail the benefits.

Step 11: Step 4: Enter all required information and upload the necessary documents as prompted.
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Step 4: Enter all required information and upload the necessary documents as prompted.

Step 12: Step 5: Finally, click on "Submit Application" to complete the process.
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Step 5: Finally, click on "Submit Application" to complete the process.

Step 13: Step 1: The interested applicant should visit (during office hours) the Hostel Superintendent Block Education Officer Principal Coordinator/Assistant Commissioner, and request the hard copy of the prescribed format of the application form from the…
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Step 1: The interested applicant should visit (during office hours) the Hostel Superintendent Block Education Officer Principal Coordinator/Assistant Commissioner, and request the hard copy of the prescribed format of the application form from the concerned authority.

Step 14: Step 2: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, paste the passport-sized photograph (signed across, if required), and attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attest, if required).
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Step 2: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, paste the passport-sized photograph (signed across, if required), and attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attest, if required).

Step 15: Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents, within the prescribed period (if any), to the authority.
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Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents, within the prescribed period (if any), to the authority.

Step 16: Step 4: Request a receipt or acknowledgement from the concerned authority to whom the application has been submitted. Ensure that the receipt contains essential details such as the date and time of submission, and a unique identification number (i…
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NOTE: Ensure that the application is submitted within the prescribed period, if any.

Required Documents
• Passport-size Photograph
• Aadhaar card
• Domicile certificate of Madhya Pradesh
• Caste certificate
• Previous class passing certificate/marksheet
• Samagra ID
• Bank account details/Bank Passbook
• Other necessary documents if required

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the Ashram Schools Scheme?
A: The scheme provides free accommodation, mess, and education facilities to Scheduled Tribe students within the same campus in Madhya Pradesh.

Q: When was the Ashram Schools Scheme launched?
A: The scheme was launched on 1st January 1966.

Q: Who is eligible for the Ashram Schools Scheme?
A: Students who are native to Madhya Pradesh, belong to the Scheduled Tribe category, and are studying in government schools in Madhya Pradesh.

Q: What facilities are provided under this scheme?
A: The scheme offers free accommodation, mess, and education facilities for students.

Q: Can students from private schools apply for the scheme?
A: No, the scheme is only for students studying in government schools in Madhya Pradesh.

Q: Is there an age limit for applicants?
A: There is no specific age limit mentioned for this scheme, but the student must be enrolled in the relevant government school.

Q: How can students apply for this scheme?
A: Students can apply through the Tribal Welfare and Scheduled Caste (SC) Department of Madhya Pradesh.

Q: Are the facilities provided for both boys and girls?
A: Yes, both boys and girls from the Scheduled Tribe category are eligible to receive benefits under this scheme.

Q: How are students selected for the Ashram Schools?
A: Selection is based on the eligibility criteria, and students can apply through the concerned government authorities in Madhya Pradesh.