Revised Education Scheme For Children Of Artisans/Weavers Of Handicrafts And Handloom Departments
in Jammu and Kashmir
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Revised Education Scheme For Children Of Artisans/Weavers Of Handicrafts And Handloom Departments in Jammu and Kashmir
Revised Education Scheme For Children Of Artisans/Weavers Of Handicrafts And Handloom Departments is a government scheme available to eligible residents of Jammu and Kashmir.
Apply for Revised Education Scheme For Children Of Artisans/Weavers Of Handicrafts And Handloom Departments in Jammu and Kashmir
Scheme Overview
A scholarship scheme by the Industries and Commerce Dept., Govt. of Jammu and Kashmir to provide financial support to the children of Artisans/Weavers of Handicrafts and Handloom Depts. in completion of education. The scholarship shall be provided to a maximum of two children of Weaver/Artisan.
Eligibility Criteria
The parent of the applicant should be a Weaver/Artisan.
The parent should be registered with the Handicrafts and Handloom Departments having valid registration car/certificate.
The applicant should not have availed benefits under the following schemes being implemented by the departments: Pre-Matric Scholarship Scheme; Post-Matric Scholarship Scheme; Prime Minister's Scholarship Scheme; Any other scheme. The applicant shall seek NOC from the concerned Zonal Educational Officer and Tehsil Social Welfare Officer.
The applicant should fulfill one of the following conditions:
- The applicant should have a Below Poverty Line (BPL) Card, Antyodaya Anna Yojana (AAY) Ration Card, Priority Household (PHH) Card.
- The applicant should have Economically Weaker Section (EWS) Certificate.
- The total annual income of the parents of the applicant should be less than or equal to ₹90,000. The Income Certificate should be issued by 1st Class Magistrate/Tehsildar concerned.
Benefits
₹1500 per year up to primary education
₹ 2000 per year for Classes 6th to 10th
₹ 3000 per year for Classes 11th and 12th
As per the actual course fee fixed by the Government for Technical/Professional Courses.
The payment shall be made on Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) to the student.
Required Documents
| # | Document |
|---|---|
| 1 | Aadhaar Number of Self |
| 2 | Registration Card/Certificate of the parent (Handicrafts and Handloom Department, Govt. of Jammy and Kashmir). |
| 3 | Below Poverty Line (BPL) Card / Priority House Hold (PHH) Card / Antyodaya Anna Yojana (AAY) Ration Card (OR) Economic Weaker Section (EWS) Certificate (OR) Income Certificate (less than ₹90,000 per annum) issued by 1st Class Magistrate/Tehsildar concerne |
| 4 | Proof of Educational Qualification |
| 5 | Bank Details |
| 6 | Domicile Certificate |
How to Apply in Jammu and Kashmir
The selection of beneficiaries under the Education Scheme for the grant of Scholarships to the wards/children of Weavers/Artisans shall be made by the concerned Assistant Director in collaboration with his/her field staff after proper verification…
Offline The selection of beneficiaries under the Education Scheme for the grant of Scholarships to the wards/children of Weavers/Artisans shall be made by the concerned Assistant Director in collaboration with his/her field staff after proper verifications for the grant of scholarships to the children of eligible registered Weavers/Artisans as per target fixed during the financial year itself as per availability of funds. The Assistant Director of the concerned District shall seek the applications from the eligible registered Weavers/ Artisans by issuing a notification in a leading daily newspaper r/electronic media.
Common questions in Jammu and Kashmir
Who can apply for Revised Education Scheme For Children Of Artisans/Weavers Of Handicrafts And Handloom Departments in Jammu and Kashmir?
Eligible residents of Jammu and Kashmir who meet the scheme’s overall criteria can apply for Revised Education Scheme For Children Of Artisans/Weavers Of Handicrafts And Handloom Departments. Refer to the eligibility section above for the complete checklist.
What documents are required for Revised Education Scheme For Children Of Artisans/Weavers Of Handicrafts And Handloom Departments in Jammu and Kashmir?
Applicants in Jammu and Kashmir typically need identity proof (Aadhaar), state residency proof, bank account details, and any scheme-specific documents listed in the documents section.
Frequently Asked Questions
Families which are not covered under AAY fall under PHH. The state governments identify priority household families under the Targeted Public Distribution System (TPDS) according to their exclusive and inclusive guidelines. PHH cardholders receive 5kg of food grains per person per month. Foodgrains are at the subsidised price of Rs.3 per kg for rice, Rs.2 per kg for wheat and Rs.1 per kg for coarse grains for these cardholders.