Awarding Laptops To Meritorious Students Of Meghalaya

Description
The scheme "Awarding of Laptops to Meritorious Students of Meghalaya " has been implemented by the Directorate of Information Technology & Communications, Government of Meghalaya aims to award laptops to meritorious students who passed the Board Examination of MBOSE SSLC, MBOSE HSSLC, ICSE, ISC and CBSE X & XII. Through this scheme, laptops are provided to eligible meritorious students who have secured marks equal to or more than the last student in the published list.

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Benefits
• The eligible student will be awarded a laptop.

Eligibility Criteria
1. The applicant must have studied in the State of Meghalaya; or the applicant should be a resident of Meghalaya who studied outside the State.
2. The applicant must have topped in the respective Annual School Board Examinations in a particular year.
3. The applicant must have passed the examinations conducted only by:
4. - Meghalaya Board of School Education (MBOSE);
5. - Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations (CISCE);
6. - Central Board for School Education (CBSE).
7. The applicant must have appeared in Class X or Class XII Annual Board Examinations of the above-mentioned Boards/Council.
8. The applicant of Class X of CBSE Board shall be selected as per [Section 3 II (a)](https://ditmeghalaya.gov.in/pdf/9.Policy%20for%20awarding%20Laptops%20to%20meritorious%20students%20of%20the%20State%20of%20Meghalaya.pdf).1. For Class XII, the applicant should have topped in any stream, namely Arts, Commerce or Science.
9. > **Subject-Specific Eligibility (MBOSE Only):**
10. For Class X (MBOSE), the applicant who is a subject topper in Mathematics, Science or Computer Application shall also be eligible for the award.
11. For Class XII (MBOSE), the applicant who is a subject topper in Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Computer Application or Biology shall also be eligible for the award.
12. The applicant whose name appears as an MBOSE top ranker as well as a subject topper (in one or more subjects) shall be eligible for only one award in a particular year.
13. However, in recognition of such achievement, the applicant shall be awarded a Laptop of configuration higher than those of other awardees.
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Application Process
Step 1: Step 1: The applicant must visit the official website of the Directorate of Information Technology & Communications: https://megedistrict.gov.in/ to fill the application form.
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Step 1: The applicant must visit the official website of the Directorate of Information Technology & Communications: https://megedistrict.gov.in/ to fill the application form.

Step 2: Step 2: Select the service “Registration for IT Awards for Meritorious Students.”
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Step 2: Select the service “Registration for IT Awards for Meritorious Students.”

Step 3: Step 3: Click on Apply Online and Select the serivice Specific details ( Category [Qualifying Examination], School Name, and Name of Student).
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Step 3: Click on Apply Online and Select the serivice Specific details ( Category [Qualifying Examination], School Name, and Name of Student).

Step 4: Step 4: Enter the basic details (Father's Name, Mother's Name, Date of Birth, Gender, Mobile Number) and Upload the passport-size photograph (20 KB to 300 KB).
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Step 4: Enter the basic details (Father's Name, Mother's Name, Date of Birth, Gender, Mobile Number) and Upload the passport-size photograph (20 KB to 300 KB).

Step 5: Step 5: Enter address details and complete captcha verification.
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Step 5: Enter address details and complete captcha verification.

Step 6: Step 6: Click on "Submit" to submit the application.
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The applicant should check the probable list of meritorious students eligible for the IT Award.
If the applicant has scored marks equal to or more than the last student in the published list but the name does not appear, the applicant should approach the Directorate of Information Technology & Communications, Meghalaya, Shillong.
The applicant should submit the original Mark Sheet, Identity Proof and other relevant documents for verification.
The applicant may submit claims or objections, if any, in writing on or before closing date.
The process concludes upon completion of registration and verification by the Directorate.

Required Documents
• Original Mark Sheet
• Identity Proof
• Other Relevant Documents (As Required By The Directorate)

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the objective of the IT Award for Meritorious Students?
A: The objective of the IT Award for Meritorious Students is to recognise and reward students of Meghalaya who have topped their respective Annual School Board Examinations by awarding them laptops, thereby encouraging academic excellence and promoting the use of Information Technology among meritorious students.
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Q: Who is eligible to apply?
A: Students who:

- Studied in Meghalaya or are residents of Meghalaya who studied outside the State;
- Topped their respective Annual School Board Examinations in a particular year;
- Passed examinations conducted by MBOSE, CISCE or CBSE;
- Appeared in Class X or Class XII Board Examinations (subject to applicable criteria).

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Q: Are subject toppers eligible?
A: Yes.
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- Class X subject toppers in Mathematics, Science and Computer Application are eligible.
- Class XII subject toppers in Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Computer Application and Biology are eligible.
- However, a student eligible under multiple categories will receive only one award in a particular year.

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Q: What benefit is provided under the scheme?
A: Eligible students are awarded a Laptop. A student who is both a top ranker and a subject topper will receive one award, but with a higher configuration laptop.
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Q: How can a student apply?
A: Students must apply online through the Meghalaya e-District portal ([megedistrict.gov.in](https://megedistrict.gov.in/renderApplicationForm.do?serviceId=12960005&UUID=2d25b33d-9b80-4950-9b8b-8fb1f2845366&directService=true&tempId=5187&serviceNameToDisplay=Registration+for+IT+Awards+for+Meritorious+Students+2025&grievDefined=0&serviceLinkRequired=No&userLoggedIn=N&source=CTZN&OWASP_CSRFTOKEN=EWQU-J0G2-VHX3-S9B1-NX57-5YCO-I79S-ZQNR)) by selecting the service “Registration for IT Awards for Meritorious Students” and completing the online form.
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Q: Is there any offline application process?
A: The application process is conducted online through the e-District portal. A printed acknowledgement slip must be produced at the time of award collection.
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Q: What documents are required during application?
A: Students are required to upload a passport-size photograph during online registration and produce valid Photo ID Proof at the time of award collection. Original mark sheets may be required for verification.
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Q: What is the size requirement for photograph upload?
A: The passport-size photograph should be between 20 KB and 300 KB.
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Q: How will students be informed about the award distribution?
A: Students will receive notification through SMS or Email once the event and award distribution dates are finalised.
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Q: Can a student receive more than one award in the same year?
A: No. A student who qualifies both as a rank holder and a subject topper will be eligible for only one award in a particular year.
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