Kasturba Gandhi Residential Girls’ Hostel
in Uttarakhand
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Kasturba Gandhi Residential Girls’ Hostel in Uttarakhand
Kasturba Gandhi Residential Girls’ Hostel is a government scheme available to eligible residents of Uttarakhand.
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Scheme Overview
The scheme aims to encourage girls’ participation in education at the upper primary and secondary levels and to provide quality education to girls from disadvantaged groups (SC, ST, OBC, Minority communities and BPL families) studying in Classes 6 to 12.
Eligibility Criteria
The applicant (girl student) must be a resident of Uttarakhand.
The applicant should be a studying at the upper primary or secondary level (Class 6 to Class 12).
In line with the target group of the scheme, 75% of the seats in KGBVs are reserved for girls from SC, ST, OBC, and minority communities, while the remaining 25% are reserved for girls from families living Below Poverty Line (BPL).
In addition, girls from economically weaker families (with an annual income of less than ₹55,000/-) or those who have lost both parents or one parent will also be eligible for admission.
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Benefits
Girls from various disadvantaged groups such as socially disadvantaged classes (Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, Minorities, and Backward Classes), economically weaker sections, and girls with special needs are identified and enrolled in the hostels at the upper primary and secondary levels (Classes 6 to 12).
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Required Documents
| # | Document |
|---|---|
| 1 | School leaving certificate / certificate of never having attended school / affidavit / declaration. |
| 2 | BPL certificate / ration card. |
| 3 | Income certificate / caste certificate. |
| 4 | Certificate stating that the distance between the school and the residence is more than 3 km. |
Common questions in Uttarakhand
Who can apply for Kasturba Gandhi Residential Girls’ Hostel in Uttarakhand?
Eligible residents of Uttarakhand who meet the scheme’s overall criteria can apply for Kasturba Gandhi Residential Girls’ Hostel. Refer to the eligibility section above for the complete checklist.
What documents are required for Kasturba Gandhi Residential Girls’ Hostel in Uttarakhand?
Applicants in Uttarakhand 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 scheme aims to encourage girls’ education by providing free residential and schooling facilities up to Class XII, especially for girls from disadvantaged groups. <br>