Stipend to Scheduled Caste Trainees in Technical Training Institutions

Description
The scheme “Stipend to Scheduled Caste Trainees in Technical Training Institutions” was implemented by the Adi Dravidar Welfare and Scheduled Tribes Welfare Department, Union Territory of Puducherry. The objective of the scheme is to provide financial support to Scheduled Tribe candidates/trainees who are undergoing training in the Government Technical Training Institutions of the Union Territory of Puducherry.

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Benefits
• Under this scheme, a stipend is paid at the rate of ₹170/- per month per trainee for the whole period of training.

Eligibility Criteria
1. The candidates/trainees who are undergoing training in the Government Technical Training Institutions of the Union Territory of Puducherry are eligible to apply under the scheme.
2. The candidate should belong to the Scheduled Caste community.
3. There is no income limit to apply under the scheme.

Required Documents
• Identity proof i.e. Aadhaar Card
• Passport size photograph
• Educational documents/certificates i.e. Mark sheets
• Caste certificate
• Nativity Certificate issued by the Competent Revenue Officials
• Bank Account details
• Any other document, as required

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the objective of the scheme?
A: The objective of the scheme is to provide financial support to Scheduled Tribe candidates/trainees who are undergoing training in the Government Technical Training Institutions of the Union Territory of Puducherry.

Q: Which is the implementing agency of this scheme?
A: Adi Dravidar Welfare and Scheduled Tribes Welfare Department, Union Territory of Puducherry

Q: What is the eligible to apply under the scheme?
A: The candidates/trainees who are undergoing training in the Government Technical Training Institutions of the Union Territory of Puducherry are eligible to apply under the scheme.

Q: What is the income limit for applying under the scheme?
A: No income limit.

Q: What is the benefit of the scheme?
A: Under this scheme, a stipend is paid at the rate of [?]170/- per month per trainee for the whole period of training.

Q: Is this scheme only for the Scheduled Caste community?
A: Yes, the scheme is only for the Scheduled Caste community.

Q: How to apply for this scholarship?
A: Online submission of the application form can be done through the website of the National Scholarship Portal. https://scholarships.gov.in/