Mukhyamantri Anusuchit Jati Evam Anusuchit Janjati Chhatrawas Anudan Yojana

Description
The “Mukhyamantri Anusoochit Jaati Evam Anusoochit Janajati Chhatrawas Anudan Yojana” was launched by the SC and ST Welfare Department, Government of Bihar aims to provide ₹1,000/- per month to the students studying in Scheduled Caste/Scheduled Tribe hostels. Under this scheme, the Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe students studying in hostels are given the facility of a cot, mattress, bed-sheet, table and chair for studying, utensils for cooking and kitchen, etc. In this sequence, to increase the facilities being provided to the students and make the students from the weaker sections of society aware of higher education increasing the rate of higher education and fulfilling the hostel-related needs of the students.

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Benefits
• Grant of ₹1,000/- per month.

Eligibility Criteria
1. The student should be a resident of Bihar state.
2. The student belongs to the Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe.
3. The student should be enrolled and reside in hostels following the departmental guidelines and instructions operated by the Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe Welfare Department.
4. The student should be studying in a recognized course.
5. The student should be studying in a recognized educational institution.

Required Documents
• Resident Proof.
• Caste Certificate.
• Proof of Enrolment in a Recognized Educational Institution.
• Residence in a Recognized Hostel.
• Bank Detail.
• Any Other Document (If required).

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Who is eligible for the hostel grant?
A: Students who belong to Scheduled Castes or Scheduled Tribes of Bihar, are enrolled and residing in hostels operated by the Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe Welfare Department and are studying in recognized courses at recognized educational institutions.

Q: How many hostels are currently operated under this scheme?
A: There are 111 hostels: 104 for Scheduled Caste boys and girls, and 7 for Scheduled Tribes students.

Q: What facilities are provided to the students in these hostels?
A: Students are provided with cots, mattresses, bedsheets, tables and chairs for studying utensils for cooking, and kitchen facilities.

Q: What is the process for the payment of the hostel grant?
A: The Hostel Superintendent uploads the list of students online, which is verified by the District Welfare Officer. The approved list is then processed by the Director, Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe Welfare Department, and the grant amount is transferred to students' bank accounts via PFMS.

Q: How is the scheme monitored?
A: The scheme is monitored through monthly meetings of the Hostel Steering Committee at the district level, and by the Divisional Deputy Director, Welfare, who ensures proper implementation and submits monthly reports.

Q: What are the responsibilities of the District Welfare Officer in this scheme?
A: The District Welfare Officer verifies the student list, monitors the scheme's implementation, and submits utilization certificates along with financial and physical data to the department.

Q: Can the guidelines of the scheme be changed?
A: Yes, the department may make changes to the guidelines and issue new directions or instructions during the course of implementation.

Q: What is the capacity of the hostels currently operated under this scheme?
A: The current accommodation capacity is approximately 5500 students, which will increase to 9100 after the completion of under-construction hostels.

Q: How often is the grant amount disbursed?
A: The grant amount is disbursed on a monthly basis.

Q: Is there any specific software used for managing the hostel grant process?
A: Yes, the Hostel Superintendent and District Welfare Officer use online software to manage the list of students and the verification process.

Q: Who approves the final list of students eligible for the grant?
A: The final list is approved by the District Welfare Officer through the online software system.