Dr. Bhim Rao Ambedkar Meritorious Student Award Scheme

Description
The "Dr. Bhim Rao Ambedkar Meritorious Student Award Scheme" was launched by the Scheduled Caste Welfare Department, Government of Madhya Pradesh, to encourage students from the Scheduled Caste category to achieve high academic scores and motivate them to pursue higher education. This scheme awards special prizes to meritorious Scheduled Caste students who secure the highest marks in the Class 10th and 12th board examinations conducted by the Board of Secondary Education, CBSE, and ICSE in the state.

Benefits
• **Awards for securing the highest marks in the Class 10th Board examinations:**
• **1st prize (Boy/Girl):** ₹30,000/- - **2nd prize (Boy/Girl):** ₹25,000/- - **3rd prize (Boy/Girl):** ₹20,000/- - **4th prize (Only Girl):** ₹15,000/- - **5th prize (Only Girl):** ₹10,000/- - **6th prize (Only Girl):** ₹5,000/-
• **Awards for securing the highest marks in the Class 12th Board examinations:**
• **1st prize (Boy/Girl):** ₹51,000/- - **2nd prize (Boy/Girl):** ₹40,000/- - **3rd prize (Boy/Girl):** ₹30,000/- - **4th prize (Only Girl):** ₹20,000/- - **5th prize (Only Girl):** ₹15,000/- - **6th prize (Only Girl):** ₹10,000/-
• **Note:** Payments are made into the bank accounts of the applicants.

Eligibility Criteria
1. The applicant should be a native of Madhya Pradesh.
2. Meritorious students from Scheduled Caste categories who secure the highest marks in the Class 10 and Class 12 board examinations (Board of Secondary Education, CBSE, or ICSE) in the state are eligible for the award.
3. The student should belong to the Scheduled Caste category.

Required Documents
• Passport-size Photograph
• Aadhaar card
• Domicile certificate of Madhya Pradesh
• Caste certificate
• Income certificate
• Passing marksheet with the highest marks in the state
• Samagra ID
• Bank account details/Bank Passbook
• Other necessary documents if required

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Who is eligible to apply for the award?
A: Students who are natives of Madhya Pradesh, belong to the Scheduled Caste category, and secure the highest marks in their Class 10th or 12th board examinations (Board of Secondary Education, CBSE, or ICSE) are eligible.

Q: How are the prizes distributed?
A: The prizes are awarded to the top-performing students based on their marks in Class 10th and 12th board examinations. Payments are made directly into the bank accounts of the recipients.

Q: Do the awards differ for boys and girls?
A: Yes, there are specific awards for boys and girls, with some awards exclusively for girls.

Q: How can students apply for the award?
A: Students must submit their applications to the head of their institution. The head of the institution will then complete the necessary formalities.

Q: What documents are required for applying?
A: Applicants generally need to provide proof of their marks, proof of Scheduled Caste status, and proof of residency in Madhya Pradesh.

Q: Is there an application fee for the scheme?
A: No, there is no application fee for participating in the scheme.

Q: Can students from private schools apply for this award?
A: Yes, students from both government and private schools are eligible to apply.

Q: How is the scheme funded?
A: The scheme is funded by the Scheduled Caste Welfare Department, Government of Madhya Pradesh.

Q: Can students from other states apply for this award?
A: No, only students who are native to Madhya Pradesh are eligible.