Financial Assistance for ANM/GNM/Technical Courses

Description
The scheme "Financial Assistance for ANM/GNM/Technical Courses" was launched by the Tea Tribes Welfare Department, Government of Assam. The scheme aims to provide assistance to the youths of the Tea Tribes and Adivasi Community for training purposes. The scheme provides financial assistance for Auxiliary Nurse Midwife ANM , General Nursing and Midwifery GNM , Para-Medical, and other job-assured technical and professional Diploma and Degree courses. The courses must have a minimum duration of one year and be conducted in either Government or Non-Government Institutes. The applications for this scheme are accepted online.

Exclusions
• Students who have passed out shall not be eligible for financial assistance.
• Students who have abandoned their courses shall not be eligible for financial assistance.
• The applicant eligible under this scheme will not be eligible for other schemes in the same year, except for the "Simon Sing Horo (Special Post-Matric) Scholarship".

Benefits
• Financial Assistance to the youths of the Tea Tribes and Adivasi Community for training of Auxiliary Nurse Midwife (ANM)/General Nursing and Midwifery (GNM)/Para-Medical and other job assured technical and professional Diploma and Degree courses.
• The training must have a minimum duration of one year and can be conducted in both Government and Non-Government Institutes.

Eligibility Criteria
1. - The applicant must be a permanent resident of Assam.
2. - The applicant must belong to the Tea Tribes and Adivasi community.
3. - The applicant's family income must not exceed ₹5,00,000/- per annum.
4. - The applicant must currently be undergoing the course in a Government or Government Recognized Institute.
5. - The applicant must be undergoing professional, job-oriented technical Diploma/Degree courses.
6. - The applicant must be enrolled in a course with a minimum duration of one year.
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Application Process
Step 1: A. Navigating to the Portal: The applicant must first open the official Tea Tribes Welfare Department URL, www.ttwd.assam.gov.in, and then click the "Online Application" link to be redirected to the SIRISH application portal.
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A. Navigating to the Portal: The applicant must first open the official Tea Tribes Welfare Department URL, www.ttwd.assam.gov.in, and then click the "Online Application" link to be redirected to the SIRISH application portal.
B. Initial Login or Registration: New users must register themselves on the online portal, while existing users will log in using the username and password created during prior registration.
C. Selecting the Scheme: Once the applicant is logged into the Dashboard, they must select the appropriate scholarship scheme from the dropdown menu available.
A. Inputting Mandatory Data: Enter "Personal Details" where all required information in the application form must be accurately provided.
B. Specifying Location Details: Location data, including District, Assembly Constituency, and Sub-Division, must be selected, along with other essential address details like Village/Town.
C. Saving Personal Information: After filling in all necessary fields in this step, click on the "Save Form Details" button to proceed further with the application.
A. Uploading Required Files: Under the "Upload Documents" tab, upload all required supporting documents in the specified image formats (e.g., JPG/JPEG).
B. Document Formatting Check: All uploaded documents must adhere to specified maximum file sizes (e.g., photo maximum 50 KB, other documents generally 100 KB) before they can be saved.
A. Providing Account Information: Enter the Bank Account Number and the name of the bank under the "Update Bank Details" tab.
B. Entering Branch Identification: Details essential for electronic transfer, specifically the Bank Branch Name and the corresponding IFSC Code, must be accurately provided.
C. Securing Financial Data: Once all bank details have been correctly entered, click on the "Save Bank Details" button to confirm the information.
A. Application Review: "Preview Application" displays all details entered in the form for a thorough and final check.
B. Final Confirmation: After cross-checking all information and uploaded documents for accuracy, the applicant must confirm the application by clicking the "Proceed with Submit Application" button.
C. Tracking Status: Upon successful submission, an application number will be visible on the screen, allowing the applicant to view the status under the "APPLICATION STATUS" tab.

Required Documents
• Passport Size Photo (Maximum 50kb In JPEG/JPG Format).
• Signature (Maximum 20kb In JPEG/JPG Format).
• Date Of Birth Certificate (Maximum 100kb In JPEG/JPG Format).
• Original Copy Of Mark-sheet Of Last Examination Passed (Maximum 100kb In JPEG/JPG Format).
• Caste Certificate (Maximum 100kb In JPEG/JPG Format).
• Undertaking On Annual Income As Per Attached Format (Maximum 100kb In JPEG/JPG Format).
• Admission/Fee Receipt Of The Course Undergoing (Maximum 100kb In JPEG/JPG Format).
• First Page Of Bank Passbook (Maximum 100kb In JPEG/JPG Format).

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Am I eligible to apply if I am pursuing my Auxiliary Nurse Midwifery, General Nursing and Midwifery, or Technical Course at a private institute that is recognized by the government?
A: Yes, the applicant must currently be undergoing the courses in a Government or Government Recognized Institutes to be eligible for the assistance. Furthermore, the assistance is provided for training in both Government and Non-Government Institutes.
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Q: Do the courses related to Auxiliary Nurse Midwifery, General Nursing and Midwifery, or Para-Medical training specifically qualify for this assistance?
A: Yes, the scheme is designed to provide assistance to youths of the Tea Tribes and Adivasi Community for training of Auxiliary Nurse Midwifery (ANM), General Nursing and Midwifery (GNM), Para-Medical, and other job assured technical and professional Diploma and Degree courses.
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Q: If I cannot provide the admission fee receipt, is there an alternative document I can submit to verify my enrollment status?
A: Yes, an applicant must produce either the admission fee receipt of the course undergoing or a recommendation from the Head of the Institution certifying that he or she is undergoing the course.
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Q: Is there a maximum limit placed on the annual income of my family or guardian that determines my financial eligibility?
A: Yes, the annual family income must not exceed ₹5,00,000/- (Rupees Five Lakh) per annum. An undertaking on the annual family income must be submitted by the Parent or Guardian.
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Q: What specific categories of academic programs qualify for this financial support, besides nursing and midwifery courses?
A: The scheme covers professional and job-oriented technical Diploma and Degree courses. These courses must also have a minimum duration of 1 (one) year.
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Q: If I have already completed or quit the ANM, GNM, or Technical course recently, can I still submit an application for financial assistance?
A: No, students who have passed out or who have abandoned their courses shall not be eligible for financial assistance under this scheme.
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Q: Do I need to demonstrate that I have permanent residency within the State of Assam to fulfill the basic geographical requirement?
A: Yes, the applicant must be a permanent resident of Assam to qualify for this scheme.
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Q: Is it mandatory to be an active, enrolled student in the course during the application period to qualify for this benefit?
A: Yes, only students who are currently and regularly enrolled in the courses shall be eligible to apply for the financial assistance.
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Q: What is the required community background needed for an applicant to successfully meet the demographic eligibility criteria?
A: The applicant must belong to the Tea Tribes and Adivasi Community.
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Q: Which specific document is required to certify my community status, and who must issue this official document?
A: The applicant must produce a valid Caste certificate. This certificate must be duly certified or issued by the District Commissioner of the concerned district or his or her designated officer.
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Q: If I receive financial support through this program, am I permitted to simultaneously avail benefits from any other government scheme?
A: The applicant eligible under this scheme will not be eligible for other schemes in the same year, except for the &quot;Simon Sing Horo (Special Post-Matric) Scholarship,&quot; if eligible.
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