Hostel Scheme for Disabled Students
in Madhya Pradesh
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Hostel Scheme for Disabled Students in Madhya Pradesh
Hostel Scheme for Disabled Students is a government scheme available to eligible residents of Madhya Pradesh.
Apply for Hostel Scheme for Disabled Students in Madhya Pradesh
Scheme Overview
The objective of the scheme is to provide hostel facilities to such disabled students who are taking admission in class 11th and above on a regular basis and in case hostel facilities are not available in the schools/colleges, by renting private buildings.
Eligibility Criteria
The applicant should be a resident of Madhya Pradesh.
The applicant should be a person with a disability, with a disability percentage of 40 or more.
The applicant should be studying in Class 11 or higher at any recognized government or private educational institution.
The student should be enrolled as a regular student in a minimum two-year diploma course at a Government Higher Secondary School, College, or Polytechnic College.
The annual income of the applicant's parents or guardians must not exceed ₹96,000/-.
**Note 1**: To avail of student home facilities, there must be at least 5 girls or 5 boys students.
**Note 2:** Hostels for boys and girls will be in separate buildings.
**Note 3:** Disability above 40% as defined in Section-2 of the Persons with Disabilities (Equal Opportunities, Protection of Rights and Full Participation) Act, 1995.
**Note 4:** Principals of Government/Non-Government Institutions will be competent to grant admission.
**Note 5:** Students eligible for or already receiving a post-matriculation scholarship, who have an excellent character and are committed to fulfilling the scheme’s requirements, will receive the post-matriculation scholarship at the hostel rate only.
**Note 6:** The students of the hostel are not eligible for any state scholarship.
Benefits
Under the scheme, the following benefits are provided to the eligible students who are not getting hostel facility from schools/colleges:
**Rental Assistance:** Beneficiaries receive ₹750/- per month for renting a student home, the District Officer or Social Justice will approve. - **Utility Support:** Students are given ₹1,000/- per month to cover electricity and water charges for the student home. - **Rent Approval:** The District Collector approves a student home rent of up to ₹1,500/- per month.
Required Documents
| # | Document |
|---|---|
| 1 | Passport-size Photograph |
| 2 | Aadhaar card |
| 3 | Birth Certificate |
| 4 | Domicile certificate of Madhya Pradesh |
| 5 | Previous class marksheet |
| 6 | Income certificate |
| 7 | Caste certificate (If applicable) |
| 8 | Disability certificate |
| 9 | School/College registration form |
| 10 | Samagra ID |
| 11 | Bank Passbook/bank account details |
| 12 | Any other documents as required |
Common questions in Madhya Pradesh
Who can apply for Hostel Scheme for Disabled Students in Madhya Pradesh?
Eligible residents of Madhya Pradesh who meet the scheme’s overall criteria can apply for Hostel Scheme for Disabled Students. Refer to the eligibility section above for the complete checklist.
What documents are required for Hostel Scheme for Disabled Students in Madhya Pradesh?
Applicants in Madhya Pradesh typically need identity proof (Aadhaar), state residency proof, bank account details, and any scheme-specific documents listed in the documents section.
Frequently Asked Questions
The main objectives are to offer hostel accommodations to disabled students in Class 11 and above and provide financial assistance for renting private accommodations if institutional hostels are unavailable.