Jharkhand State Scheduled Tribe Pre-Matric Scholarship Scheme

Description
The "Jharkhand State Scheduled Tribe Pre-Matric Scholarship Scheme" was launched by the Department of Scheduled Tribe, Scheduled Caste, Minority and Backward Class Welfare, Government of Jharkhand. The scheme aims to promote education and reduce dropout rates among Scheduled Tribe students. It provides financial assistance to students from Class 1st to 10th who are studying in government schools in Jharkhand and covers tuition fees, hostel expenses, and other educational costs.

Benefits
• NOTE:
• Direct transfer of scholarships to beneficiaries’ bank accounts via PFMS.
• Residential students receive higher scholarship amounts compared to non-residential students.
• Class 9th and 10th scholarships are funded jointly by the state (40%) and central (60%) governments.

Eligibility Criteria
1. The applicant/parents/guardians should be a native of Jharkhand.
2. The applicant should be a student.
3. The applicant must belong to the Scheduled Tribe category.
4. The applicant must be enrolled in a state government-recognized school.
5. There is no income limit for students from Class 1st to 8th.1. The applicant's annual family income should not exceed ₹2,50,000/- for Class 9th and 10th.

Application Process
Step 1: Document Preparation:
Ensure all required documents are ready, including Aadhaar, caste certificate, income certificate (if applicable), and Aadhaar-linked bank account details.
Submission to School:
Submit the required documents and information t…
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Document Preparation:
Ensure all required documents are ready, including Aadhaar, caste certificate, income certificate (if applicable), and Aadhaar-linked bank account details.
Submission to School:
Submit the required documents and information to the school principal for entry into the e-Kalyan portal.
Aadhaar Authentication:
Ensure Aadhaar authentication is completed to generate a unique ID for the application.
Login Setup:
Student Registration:
Aadhaar Authentication:
Approval Workflow:
Scholarship Disbursement:

Required Documents
• Aadhaar Card (mandatory for authentication).
• Caste Certificate.
• Income Certificate (for classes 9th to 10th).
• Bank Passbook with Aadhaar-linked account details.
• Admission or Enrollment Certificate from the school.

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Who can apply for the scholarship?
A: Scheduled Tribe students studying in Jharkhand state government schools from classes 1 to 10 can apply.

Q: Is there an income limit for eligibility?
A: For classes 1st to 8th, there is no income limit. For classes 9th and 10th, the family's annual income must not exceed [?]2,50,000/-.

Q: Who approves the scholarship applications?
A: Applications are verified at the school level, then reviewed and approved by the District Welfare Officer (DNO) and the District-Level Approval Committee.

Q: What happens if the student's bank account is not linked with Aadhaar?
A: In such cases, the payment will be processed through NACH (National Automated Clearing House).

Q: How can I track the status of my application?
A: You can track the status through the e-Kalyan portal or receive SMS updates on your registered mobile number.

Q: Who conducts monitoring and audits of the scheme?
A: The Tribal Welfare Commissioner conducts annual audits, social audits, and evaluation every three years to ensure proper implementation.

Q: How can I apply for the scholarship?
A: Applications can be submitted through the e-Kalyan portal. The school principal or headmaster will register eligible students on the portal.

Q: What is the role of the school in the application process?
A: The school principal or headmaster will register the school on the e-Kalyan portal and ensure eligible students' data is entered and verified.

Q: How is the scholarship amount disbursed?
A: The amount is transferred directly to the bank account of the student or their parent/guardian through PFMS using DBT (Direct Benefit Transfer).

Q: What is the approval process at the district level?
A: Verified applications are reviewed by the District-Level Approval and Monitoring Committee, headed by the District Commissioner.