Chief Minister’s Paryatan Siksha Yojana

Description
The scheme “Chief Minister’s Paryatan Siksha Yojana” was launched by the Government of Arunachal Pradesh to promote tourism and develop the industry by means of trained individuals. With the increasing demand for skilled manpower in the field of Tourism and hospitality industry, it is imperative to encourage local youths to enroll in such courses. Therefore the Govt. of Arunachal Pradesh is pleased to sponsor students of the state for taking admission in different courses such as Hospitality and Catering, Food Production, Food & Beverage Service, Front Office, Housekeeping, Bakery & Confectionaries, etc. The need for trained professionals was felt for the growth of the Tourism industry in the state. Thus, this scheme was launched to support the training of individuals in the field of tourism.

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Benefits
• Sponsorship to study and take up courses in the field of tourism.
• The local youths may enroll in courses such as B.Sc. (Hospitality and Catering) and Diploma/PGD courses (Food Production, Food &amp;amp; Beverage Service, Front Office, Housekeeping, Bakery &amp;amp; Confectionaries).
• 8 students of the State will be sponsored to take up B. Sc. (H&amp;amp;C) for 3 years degree course in a prestigious Institute recognized by the Ministry of Tourism, Government of India.
• 25 students of the State will be sponsored to take up a Diploma course for one and half years in five demand-driven categories being offered by the Food Craft Institute, Nagaon, Assam which is affiliated with National Council for Hotel Management and Catering Technology.

Eligibility Criteria
1. Any Arunachal Pradesh domicile can apply to avail of the benefit of this scheme.
2. The candidate must have passed Class XII in any stream or equivalent for a B.Sc. in Hospitality and Hotel Administration at the Institute of Hotel Management.
3. The candidate must have passed Class X or XII in any stream or equivalent for Diploma Course in tourism or hospitality related subject i.e. Food Production, Food &amp;amp; Beverage Service, Front Office, Housekeeping, Bakery &amp;amp; Confectionaries.
4. The candidate must be graduated in any stream for Post Graduate Diploma in tourism or hospitality related subject.
5. The merit list will be drawn on the basis of the percentage of marks obtained under the criteria.
6. The sponsorship is only for the student of the Scheduled Tribe of Arunachal Pradesh.
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Required Documents
• Identity proof i.e. Aadhaar Card.
• 2 number of recent Passport size photographs
• Class X & XII marks sheet or equivalent
• ST/PRC Certificate
• Any other documents as demanded by the District Tourism Officer during the selection process.

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the objective of the scheme?
A: The objective of this scheme is to promote tourism and develop the industry by means of trained individuals.

Q: Which department has launched this scheme?
A: Department of Tourism, Govt. of Arunachal Pradesh

Q: What are the courses to be offered to the candidates?
A: The courses will be offered in the field of Tourism and hospitality industry i.e. B.Sc. (Hospitality and Catering) and Diploma/PGD courses (Food Production, Food & Beverage Service, Front Office, Housekeeping, and Bakery & Confectionaries).

Q: What is duration of B.Sc. (Hospitality and Catering) course?
A: What is the duration of the B.Sc. (Hospitality and Catering) course?

Q: What is the duration of the Diploma course?
A: The duration of the Diploma course is 1 Year and 6 Months.

Q: How many students of the state will be sponsored for the B.Sc. course?
A: 8 students of the State will be sponsored to take up B.Sc. (H&C) for 3 years degree course in a prestigious Institute recognized by the Ministry of Tourism, Government of India.

Q: How many students of the state will be sponsored for the Diploma course?
A: 25 students of the State will be sponsored to take up a Diploma course for one and half years in five demand-driven categories being offered by the Food Craft Institute, Nagaon, Assam.

Q: What is the benefit of the scheme?
A: Sponsorship to study and take up courses in the field of tourism.

Q: Who is eligible to apply?
A: Any Arunachal domicile can apply to avail of the benefit of this scheme.

Q: Is this scheme only for residents of Arunachal Pradesh?
A: Yes, the applicant should be a permanent resident of Arunachal Pradesh

Q: How will the beneficiary be selected for the scheme?
A: The beneficiary will be interviewed and assessed by the District administration (District Tourism Officer) before he/she receives the benefit.

Q: How can I avail the benefits of the scheme?
A: The applicant needs to visit the nearest District Tourism Office.