Deen Dayal SPARSH Yojana (Scholarship For Promotion Of Aptitude & Research In Stamps As A Hobby)

Description
The Department of Posts, Ministry of Communications has launched a Scholarship Scheme called "Deen Dayal SPARSH Yojana" to award children in the class category of Standard 6th to 9th. It is proposed to award annual scholarships to students who have good academic records and are also pursuing 'Philately' as a hobby. The objective of the scholarship is to “Promote Philately among children at a young age in a sustainable manner that can reinforce and supplement the academic curriculum in addition to providing a hobby that can help them relax and de-stress”. Number of Scholarships 1. 920 scholarships will be awarded to students at the PAN India level. 1. Every Postal Circle will give a maximum of 40 scholarships to 10 students each from Standard 6th, 7th, 8th, and 9th.

Exclusions
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Benefits
• The amount of the Scholarship is to be ₹ 6,000/- per annum @ ₹ 500/- per month.
• IPPB/POSB will ensure that the scholarship is paid to awardees on a quarterly basis (Rs. 1500/- each quarter) after getting the list from each Circle.
• Selections to the scholarship would be for one year.
• An already selected student can apply for the scholarship next year provided he/she fulfils other criteria.
• Every prospective school which participates in the competition would be assigned a Philately Mentor to be chosen from amongst the renowned Philatelist.
• The Philately Mentor would help in the formation of the School level Philately Club, providing guidance to young and aspiring Philatelists on how to pursue the hobby and also helping the aspiring Philatelists with their Philately Projects etc.

Eligibility Criteria
1. The applicant should be a regular student of Class 6th-9th.
2. The applicant should be studying in a recognized school in India.
3. The school should have a Philately Club and the candidate should be a member of that Club. In case the School Philately Club hasn&#39;t been established, a student having his own Philately Deposit Account may also be considered.
4. The applicant should have scored at least 60% marks or equivalent grade/ grade point in the recent final examination.
5. Relaxation
6. There will be a 5% relaxation for SC/ST.
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Application Process
Step 1: Step 1: The applicant should download the Deen Dayal SPARSH Yojana application form.
Offline — https://www.westbengalpost.gov.in/docs/upload/phi_2022_07_05_application.pdf
Step 1: The applicant should download the Deen Dayal SPARSH Yojana application form.

Step 2: Step 2: The applicant should duly fill in all the mandatory fields in the application form and attach the required documents (self-attest if required).
Offline — https://www.westbengalpost.gov.in/docs/upload/phi_2022_07_05_application.pdf
Step 2: The applicant should duly fill in all the mandatory fields in the application form and attach the required documents (self-attest if required).

Step 3: Step 3: The candidates should enclose the application form and the required documents and send it through a registered post, speed post or submit it in person to the concerned Regional Head / Divisional Gead.
Offline — https://www.westbengalpost.gov.in/docs/upload/phi_2022_07_05_application.pdf
NOTE: The schools can also apply for the Deen Dayal SPARSH Yojana on behalf of the students. The applications of all the interested candidates of a school can be sent in one envelope by the school in-charge/head by Post or by Hand.

Step 4: Step 1: Every Postal Circle will conduct a Philately Quiz. The list of topics on which the project has to be made would be provided by the circles while issuing the notifications.
Offline — https://www.westbengalpost.gov.in/docs/upload/phi_2022_07_05_application.pdf
Step 1: Every Postal Circle will conduct a Philately Quiz. The list of topics on which the project has to be made would be provided by the circles while issuing the notifications.

Step 5: Step 2: The Project work on Philately submitted by the candidate will be evaluated by a committee constituted at the circle level consisting of Postal Officials and renowned Philatelists.
Offline — https://www.westbengalpost.gov.in/docs/upload/phi_2022_07_05_application.pdf
Step 2: The Project work on Philately submitted by the candidate will be evaluated by a committee constituted at the circle level consisting of Postal Officials and renowned Philatelists.

Step 6: Step 3: Each Postal Circle will select the awardees and hand over the list of beneficiaries to IPPB/POSB for payment of the scholarship.
Offline — https://www.westbengalpost.gov.in/docs/upload/phi_2022_07_05_application.pdf
Step 3: Each Postal Circle will select the awardees and hand over the list of beneficiaries to IPPB/POSB for payment of the scholarship.

Step 7: Step 4: The awardees will be asked to open a Joint account with parents in India Post Payment Bank or Post Office Savings Bank in a branch, which has a core banking facility.
Offline — https://www.westbengalpost.gov.in/docs/upload/phi_2022_07_05_application.pdf
Step 4: The awardees will be asked to open a Joint account with parents in India Post Payment Bank or Post Office Savings Bank in a branch, which has a core banking facility.

Required Documents
• Marksheets of the Previous Qualifying Examination
• Bonafide Certificate from the School
• Philately Club's Membership or Account Details
• Identity Proof
• Bank Details
• Caste Certificate (if applicable)

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How Are The Topics For The Philately Quiz Determined, And Who Provides The List Of Topics To The Participants
A: The topics for the Philately Quiz are determined by the Postal Circles, and they provide the list of topics to the participants when issuing notifications.

Q: Who Evaluates The Project Work On Philately Submitted By The Candidates, And How Is It Conducted?
A: The evaluation of the Project work on Philately is conducted by a committee at the circle level, consisting of Postal Officials and renowned Philatelists.

Q: What Role Do Postal Officials And Renowned Philatelists Play In The Evaluation Process Of Philately Projects?
A: Postal Officials and renowned Philatelists play a crucial role in assessing the quality and relevance of the Philately projects submitted by the candidates.

Q: How Are The Awardees Selected For The Philately Quiz, And What Criteria Are Used For Making The Selection?
A: Each Postal Circle selects the awardees based on their performance in the Philately Quiz and the evaluation of their Project work.

Q: How Are Scholarships Disbursed To The Awardees, And What Is The Process Involved?
A: After selecting the awardees, each Postal Circle provides the list of scholarship beneficiaries to IPPB/POSB, and the scholarships are disbursed to them on a quarterly basis.

Q: Why Are The Awardees Asked To Open A Joint Account With Their Parents In India Post Payment Bank Or Post Office Savings Bank?
A: The awardees are asked to open a Joint account with their parents in India Post Payment Bank or Post Office Savings Bank to ensure a secure and efficient disbursement of scholarships.

Q: What Is The Purpose Of Assigning Philately Mentors To Prospective Schools Participating In The Competition?
A: Philately Mentors are assigned to prospective schools to provide guidance and support in forming the School level Philately Club and help aspiring Philatelists pursue their hobby effectively.

Q: What Roles Do Philately Mentors Play In The Formation Of The School Level Philately Club?
A: Philately Mentors assist in forming the School level Philately Club and provide guidance to young and aspiring Philatelists in pursuing the hobby of Philately.

Q: How Do Philately Mentors Guide And Help Aspiring Philatelists With Their Philately Projects?
A: Philately Mentors offer valuable insights and support to aspiring Philatelists with their Philately Projects, guiding them to create meaningful and well-researched philatelic products.

Q: What Are The Educational Benefits Of Philately As A Hobby?
A: Philately, as a hobby, offers educational benefits by providing insights into the socio-economic and political realities of the periods in which stamps were issued, enhancing memory skills, and fostering social connections with like-minded individuals.