Award of Adhoc Merit Grant (Special Incentive) to Scheduled Caste Students
in Puducherry
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Award of Adhoc Merit Grant (Special Incentive) to Scheduled Caste Students in Puducherry
Award of Adhoc Merit Grant (Special Incentive) to Scheduled Caste Students is a government scheme available to eligible residents of Puducherry.
Apply for Award of Adhoc Merit Grant (Special Incentive) to Scheduled Caste Students in Puducherry
Scheme Overview
The scheme is implemented as a sort of encouragement for the Scheduled Caste students who secure 65% or above marks in matriculation/SSLC Board of Examinations.
Eligibility Criteria
All the students belonging to the Scheduled Caste who secured 65% and above marks in the 10th Standard/Matriculation/SSLC Board of Examination shall be eligible for the award.
The student should be a permanent resident of the Union Territory of Puducherry by virtue of birth or continuous residence in the Union Territory of Puducherry for not less than five years.
The student should pursue his/her higher studies in a recognized university/college/institution.
The grant will be given irrespective of the income limit of the parent/guardian of the students and the age of the students.
Benefits
Under this scheme, a one-time cash award of ₹1,000/- will be given to the Scheduled Caste students who secure 65% or above marks in matriculation/SSLC Board of Examinations.
Required Documents
| # | Document |
|---|---|
| 1 | Identity proof i.e. Aadhaar Card |
| 2 | Passport size photograph |
| 3 | Educational documents/certificates i.e. Mark sheets |
| 4 | Caste certificate |
| 5 | Income certificate |
| 6 | Residence/Nativity Certificate issued by the Revenue Officials |
| 7 | Bank Account details |
Common questions in Puducherry
Who can apply for Award of Adhoc Merit Grant (Special Incentive) to Scheduled Caste Students in Puducherry?
Eligible residents of Puducherry who meet the scheme’s overall criteria can apply for Award of Adhoc Merit Grant (Special Incentive) to Scheduled Caste Students. Refer to the eligibility section above for the complete checklist.
What documents are required for Award of Adhoc Merit Grant (Special Incentive) to Scheduled Caste Students in Puducherry?
Applicants in Puducherry typically need identity proof (Aadhaar), state residency proof, bank account details, and any scheme-specific documents listed in the documents section.
Frequently Asked Questions
The scheme is implemented as a sort of encouragement for the Scheduled Caste students who secure 65% or above marks in matriculation/SSLC Board of Examinations. The incentive is given with a view to enable the Scheduled Caste students who intend to pursue their Post-metric studies, to meet the initial expenditure at the time of admission.