Award of Puducherry State Post-Matric Scholarship Scheme

Description
The "Award of Puducherry State Post-Matric Scholarship Scheme" initiated by the Directorate of School Education, Union Territory of Puducherry, is designed to make sure that no brilliant student is prevented on the grounds of poverty alone from pursuing an academic career. Through this scheme, scholarship is awarded to students studying in 11th and 12th standards and have secured promotion to the next higher class with 60% & 50% of marks in 10th and 11th standards respectively.

Benefits
• 90 scholarships for 11th Standard and 90 scholarships for 12th Standard are awarded every year.
• * This number may vary depending on the availability of funds in the budget of the year.
• Day Scholar: ₹60/month per student (₹600/year/student).
• Hosteller: ₹100/month per student (₹1,000/year/student).
• * For ten months in an academic year.
• The amount is disbursed directly into Aadhaar-seeded bank account of the applicant through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) and Public Financial Management System (PFMS).

Eligibility Criteria
1. - The applicant should be a citizen of India.
2. - The applicant should be a native of the Union Territory of Puducherry by birth or by continuous residence for not less than five years.
3. - The applicant should be studying in 11th or 12th standard.
4. - The applicant should have secured promotion to the next higher class.
5. - The family income of the applicant should not exceed ₹75,000 per annum.
6. - If the applicant is studying in 11th standard, she/he should have secured 60% marks in 10th standard.
7. - If the applicant is studying in 12th standard, she/he should have secured 50% marks in 11th standard.
8. **NOTE:** _If proposals received more than the required number, the Directorate selects the required number of beneficiaries strictly in the order of merit of marks in per cent starting from the top and also in the order of preference of students from the Government schools, Government Aided schools and then from the Private schools recognized by the Government._

Application Process
Step 1: Step 1: Visit the Official Website of the e-District Portal of the Government of Puducherry.
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Step 1: Visit the Official Website of the e-District Portal of the Government of Puducherry.

Step 2: Step 2: At the top right corner of the home page, click "Login". In the login screen, click "Register a New Membership".
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Step 2: At the top right corner of the home page, click "Login". In the login screen, click "Register a New Membership".

Step 3: Step 3: On the Registration Page, fill in all the mandatory fields: Username, Password, Confirm Password, Personal Details (Full Name, First Name, Email Address, Address, Current Address, Gender, Date of Birth, Mobile Number). Agree to the declara…
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Step 3: On the Registration Page, fill in all the mandatory fields: Username, Password, Confirm Password, Personal Details (Full Name, First Name, Email Address, Address, Current Address, Gender, Date of Birth, Mobile Number). Agree to the declaration. Fill in the Captcha Code, and click "Signup".

Step 4: Step 4: Visit the Official Website of the e-District Portal of the Government of Puducherry.
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Step 4: Visit the Official Website of the e-District Portal of the Government of Puducherry.

Step 5: Step 5: At the top right corner of the home page, click "Login". In the login screen, provide your Username and Password, fill in the Captcha Code, and click "Sign In".
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Step 5: At the top right corner of the home page, click "Login". In the login screen, provide your Username and Password, fill in the Captcha Code, and click "Sign In".

Step 6: Step 6: On the next screen, a list of schemes by the Government of Puducherry will be displayed Department-wise.
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Step 6: On the next screen, a list of schemes by the Government of Puducherry will be displayed Department-wise.

Step 7: Step 7: Click on the scheme you wish to apply for. You will be taken to its online application form.
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Step 7: Click on the scheme you wish to apply for. You will be taken to its online application form.

Step 8: Step 8: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields (marked with a red asterisk) and upload all the mandatory documents (self-attest if required).
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Step 8: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields (marked with a red asterisk) and upload all the mandatory documents (self-attest if required).

Step 9: Step 9: Tick the declaration stating "I hereby declare that the above-mentioned details are true and correct as per the best of my Knowledge". Submit the application and note the application number for tracking your application. The application nu…
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Required Documents
• Nativity/Citizenship/Residential Certificate, issued by the Officer of the Revenue Department not below the rank of a Deputy Tahsildar.
• Income Certificate.
• Birth Certificate.
• Stamp-sized Photograph.
• Aadhaar Card.
• Secondary School Leaving Certificate (SSLC) Certificate.
• Public Information Certificate (PIC).

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is there any specific duration for the scholarship disbursement, and how many months does it cover?
A: Scholarships are disbursed for ten months in an academic year. Day scholars receive [?]60/month ([?]600/year/student), and hostellers receive [?]100/month ([?]1,000/year/student).

Q: Can applicants from outside the Union Territory of Puducherry apply for the scholarship?
A: No, applicants must be either native or residents of the Union Territory of Puducherry by birth or continuous residence for not less than five years to be eligible for the Puducherry State Post-Matric Scholarship Scheme.

Q: What is the selection process if the number of proposals exceeds the available scholarships?
A: If proposals exceed the required number, beneficiaries are selected based on merit, starting from the top, and in the order of preference from Government schools, Government-Aided schools, and then Private schools recognized by the Government.

Q: How are the scholarships disbursed, and what is the mode of payment?
A: Scholarships are disbursed directly into Aadhaar-seeded bank accounts through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) and Public Financial Management System (PFMS). Day scholars receive [?]60/month ([?]600/year/student), and hostellers receive [?]100/month ([?]1,000/year/student) for ten months in an academic year.

Q: Can students from private schools apply for the Puducherry State Post-Matric Scholarship?
A: Yes, students from Government schools, Government-Aided schools, and Private schools recognized by the Government are eligible. If proposals exceed the required number, beneficiaries are selected based on merit and preference from these categories.

Q: How many scholarships are awarded annually?
A: Ninety scholarships are awarded for both 11th and 12th standards each year.

Q: Are there any deductions or taxes applied to the scholarship amount during disbursement?
A: The scholarship amount is typically disbursed without deductions or taxes. The aim is to provide financial support to students, and the disbursement process is structured to ensure the maximum benefit reaches the intended recipients.

Q: Is there any provision for emergency or interim disbursement for unforeseen circumstances during the academic year?
A: The scheme typically follows a regular monthly disbursement pattern, and there may not be specific provisions for emergency or interim disbursements. However, applicants are advised to contact the relevant authorities for guidance in exceptional situations.

Q: Can students choose the mode of disbursement, or is it a standardized process for all beneficiaries?
A: The mode of disbursement is standardized for all beneficiaries, with funds directly transferred into Aadhaar-seeded bank accounts through the DBT and PFMS.

Q: Are there any delays or challenges in the disbursement process that applicants should be aware of?
A: The disbursement process is designed for efficiency; however, applicants should ensure that their Aadhaar-seeded bank accounts are active and correctly linked to avoid any potential delays in receiving the scholarship funds.

Q: Is the scholarship disbursed as a lump sum or in instalments, and when does the disbursement typically occur?
A: The scholarship is disbursed in monthly instalments for ten months in an academic year. Disbursement usually begins at the start of the academic session and continues until the end of the academic year.

Q: How is the scholarship amount determined for day scholars and hostellers in the Puducherry State Post-Matric Scholarship Scheme?
A: The scholarship amount is [?]60 per month for day scholars ([?]600 per year per student) and [?]100 per month for hostellers ([?]1,000 per year per student).