Overview

The Uttarakhand State-Sponsored Pre-Matric Scholarship is a welfare initiative by the Government of Uttarakhand aimed at supporting the education of Scheduled Tribe (ST) students from Class 1 to 8. The scheme seeks to reduce dropout rates and encourage consistent school attendance among children from marginalized tribal communities.

Objectives

• To promote inclusive education by providing financial assistance to ST students.

• To reduce the financial burden on tribal families regarding schooling expenses.

• To encourage enrollment, retention, and academic growth of ST students from an early stage.

Eligibility Criteria

• Domicile: The student must be a permanent resident of Uttarakhand.

• Category: Only for Scheduled Tribe (ST) students.

• Class: Must be studying in Class 1 to 8 in a recognized government or government-aided school.

• Income Limit: Generally, no income ceiling is specified for classes 1 to 8 in state-funded schemes, but exact details can vary by year or notification.

• Attendance: Must fulfill the minimum attendance requirement as prescribed by the school or education department.

Key Features & Benefits

• Scholarship Type: State-sponsored, directly credited to the student’s or guardian’s bank account.

• Scholarship Amount:

• ₹50 per month for Classes 1 to 5
• ₹80 per month for Classes 6 to 8

• Financial Provision:

• In 2023-24, ₹35.37 lakh was proposed to benefit 4,501 students.
• For 2024-25, a provision of ₹30 lakh has been sanctioned for scheme continuation.

• Covers: Basic educational expenses such as books, stationery, uniform, and other related costs.

• Mode of Disbursement: Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).

• Duration: Annually renewed based on student performance and continued eligibility.

Benefits

• Financial Assistance: Monthly/annual scholarship amount (as per latest government norms).

• Encouragement for Education: Motivates families to prioritize children’s education.

• Reduces Dropout Rates: Ensures continuation of education especially in remote tribal areas.

• Empowers Tribal Communities: A step toward improving literacy and socio-economic status among tribal groups.