Kasturba Gandhi Special Term Deposit Receipt Scheme

Description
The "Kasturba Gandhi Special Term Deposit Receipt Scheme" was launched by the Department of Education, Government of Rajasthan. Under this scheme, girls who complete Class 8 from Kasturba Gandhi Residential Girls& 39; Schools and continue their regular studies in government schools are eligible for financial support. Those who secure at least 50% marks in Class 10 and enroll in Class 11 will be awarded a Special Term Deposit Receipt STDR of ₹2,000/- with a maturity period of five years. Similarly, girls who achieve a minimum of 50% marks in Class 12 and enroll in the first year of a graduation course will receive an STDR of ₹4,000/- with a maturity period of three years.

Benefits
• A Special Term Deposit Receipt (STDR) of ₹2,000/- for girl students enrolled in Class 11.
• A Special Term Deposit Receipt (STDR) of ₹4,000/- for girl students pursuing a graduation course.
• STDRs (Special Term Deposit Receipts) in the name of the student.
• An STDR of ₹2,000/- is valid for 5 years.
• An STDR of ₹4,000/- is valid for 3 years.

Eligibility Criteria
1. > **General Eligibility**
2. The applicant should be a native of Rajasthan state.
3. The applicant should be a girl student.
4. The applicant should have passed the 8th class from a Kasturba Gandhi Residential Girls School in Rajasthan.
5. > **Eligibility Criteria for Class 10****th** **Students**
6. The applicant should have passed the 10th class with a minimum of 50% marks while studying in a government school. 1. The applicant should be enrolled in the 11th class in a government school.
7. > **Eligibility Criteria for Class 12****th** **Students**
8. The applicant should have passed class 12th with at least 50% marks from a government school 1. The applicant should be enrolled in the first year of a recognized undergraduate course.

Required Documents
• Aadhaar Card or Jan Aadhaar Card of the student
• Marksheet Copy
• Certificate of Regular Study
• Any Other Document if Required

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Who can apply for this scheme?
A: Only girl students who studied in Kasturba Gandhi schools and later enrolled in government schools.

Q: What is the benefit under this scheme?
A: A ₹2,000 STDR after Class 10 and ₹4,000 STDR after Class 12 for eligible students.

Q: What is an STDR?
A: STDR stands for Special Term Deposit Receipt, a fixed deposit given in the student’s name.

Q: Can students from private schools apply?
A: No, only students from government schools are eligible.

Q: Is there any income limit for this scheme?
A: No.

Q: Do I need to apply online myself?
A: No, the institution head will apply online on your behalf.

Q: Where is the application submitted finally?
A: At the Directorate of Secondary Education, Bikaner via District Education Officer.

Q: When will I receive the STDR?
A: After application verification and approval by the authorities.

Q: Is there any relaxation in marks for SC/ST students?
A: No.

Q: Can I use the STDR amount for college fees?
A: The STDR matures after 3 or 5 years and can be used as needed then.