PM-YASASVI: Top Class School Education for OBC, EBC and DNT Students

Description
The “PM-YASASVI: Top Class School Education for OBC, EBC and DNT Students” is a sub-scheme under the umbrella scheme namely “PM Young Achievers Scholarship Award Scheme for Vibrant India for OBCs and Others PM-YASASVI ”. The scheme was launched by the Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment, Government of India to provide educational assistance to the students belonging to Other Backward Classes OBCs , Economically Backward Classes EBCs , and Denotified, Nomadic Tribes DNT . The Scheme will be funded by the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment on a 100% basis. Objective: The objective of the scheme is to provide premium education to the meritorious students belonging to OBC, EBC, and DNT categories by funding their education from Class 9 onwards till they complete Class 12. Scope and Coverage: All the OBC, EBC, and DNT students studying in the Top Class Schools identified as per the modalities of the scheme with a household annual income of less than ₹2.5 lakhs would be eligible for the scheme. The number of slots for each State would be allocated based on the OBC population data available. The sanction of scholarship would be based on merit and is done using the online portal. Implementing Agency: This is a central sector component under the Centrally Sponsored scheme and would be implemented by the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment with the assistance of the State Governments and the National Scholarship Portal. Modalities: The scheme would be implemented in the following manner: - The top performing schools which consistently secure 100% passes in the Classes 10th & 12th would be selected by a selection committee constituted under the Chairmanship of Joint Secretary BC and with representation from the Department of School Education and the NITI Aayog. These schools will be termed as ‘Top Class Schools TCSs ’ for the purpose of this scheme. - The TCSs can be public Central/State/Local Body or aided schools or private schools. - The number of slots available under the scheme for each State and each class would be announced in the month of April each year. - At least 30% of these scholarships are reserved for girls.

Benefits
• The grants will be provided for tuition fee, hostel fee, and other charges as required by the school, subject to a maximum of ₹75,000/- per annum per student of Class 9 and 10 and ₹1,25,000/- per annum per student of Class 11 and 12.
• **Note 01:** The release of funds will be directly into the account of beneficiaries through DBT mode.
• **Note 02:** Payment shall be made in installments to be released before 15th August each year.

Eligibility Criteria
1. All the OBC, EBC, and DNT students studying in the Top Class Schools identified as per the modalities of the scheme with a household annual income of less than ₹2.5 lakhs would be eligible for the scheme.
2. The meritorious students studying from Class 9 onwards till they complete Class 12 can avail of the benefits of the scheme.
3. > **Other Conditions:**
4. - The students must have a Bank Account and while applying under the scheme should provide all necessary details.
5. - The shortlisted School should have an Aadhaar-Based Attendance System that can be integrated into a central portal if required.
6. - Students studying in schools assisted under this Scheme shall not be eligible for assistance under any other scheme of the Government for the items/purposes already covered under this Scheme.

Required Documents
• Aadhaar Card
• Passport size photograph
• Educational qualification marksheets/certificates
• Valid Income certificate issued by the competent Authority
• Domicile Certificate
• Caste/Community Certificate issued by the competent authority
• Disability certificate, if applicable
• Bank Account details
• Any other documents as required

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the objective of the scheme?
A: The objective of the scheme is to provide premium education to the meritorious students belonging to the OBC, EBC and DNT categories by funding their education from Class 9 onwards till they complete Class 12.

Q: How is the scheme implemented?
A: This scheme is a central sector component under a Centrally Sponsored Scheme, implemented by the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, in collaboration with State Governments and the National Scholarship Portal.

Q: Who is eligible for this scheme?
A: All the OBC, EBC and DNT students studying in the Top Class Schools identified as per the modalities of the scheme with household annual income of less than [?]2.5 lakhs will be eligible for the scheme.

Q: How are slots allocated for each state under the scheme?
A: The number of slots for each state is determined based on the OBC population data. This ensures equitable distribution of scholarships across different regions.

Q: How are Top Class Schools identified under the scheme?
A: Top Class Schools (TCSs) are selected by a committee chaired by the Joint Secretary (BC), with representation from the Department of School Education and NITI Aayog. These schools must consistently achieve 100% pass rates in Classes 10th and 12th.

Q: What expenses does the scholarship cover?
A: The scholarship provides grants for tuition fees, hostel fees, and other charges required by the school, up to a maximum of [?]75,000/- per annum per student for Classes 9 and 10, and [?]1,25,000/- per annum per student for Classes 11 and 12.

Q: Are there any conditions of eligibility for students?
A: Yes, besides belonging to eligible categories and studying in designated Top Class Schools, students must have a household income below [?]2.5 lakhs. Additionally, they must maintain a bank account and provide all necessary details while applying for the scheme.

Q: Is there any reservation for girls under the scheme?
A: Yes, at least 30% of the scholarships are reserved for girls, ensuring gender inclusivity in the distribution of benefits.

Q: How are scholarship funds disbursed?
A: Funds are directly transferred into the beneficiaries' bank accounts through the Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) mode. Payments are made in installments and are released before the 15th of August each year.

Q: How to apply under the scheme?
A: The OBC/EBC/DNT students already studying in the Top Class Schools (TCSs) can apply on the National Scholarship Portal for the scheme along with the marks they have obtained in the final exam of the previous class. https://scholarships.gov.in/