Dr. Ambedkar Medhavi Chattervriti Yojana
Welfare Dept, Himachal Pradesh · Himachal Pradesh
| Scheme Name | Dr. Ambedkar Medhavi Chattervriti Yojana |
| Provided By | Welfare Dept, Himachal Pradesh |
| Eligibility Summary | Class 11-12, Graduation, Engineering (< ₹8L Income) |
About the Program
Dr. Ambedkar Medhavi Chattervriti Yojana provides merit-based financial aid to SC and OBC students in Himachal Pradesh for senior secondary and higher education.
Benefits & Financial Support
₹12k+
The scholarship provides an annual amount of ₹12,000 for Scheduled Caste (SC) students and ₹10,000 for Other Backward Classes (OBC) students. This amount is disbursed annually for two successive years after matriculation, typically transferred directly to the Aadhaar-seeded bank accounts of the beneficiaries.
Annual scholarship worth ₹10,000 to ₹12,000.
Note: For SC and OBC students in HP based on merit.
Eligibility Criteria & Income Limit
| Education Level | Class 11, Class 12, Undergraduate |
| Course / Stream | Relevant courses |
| Income Limit | No income bar |
| Category / Caste | SC, OBC |
| Domicile State | Himachal Pradesh |
Mandatory Documents Checklist
- ✓Aadhaar
- ✓Domicile (HP)
- ✓Caste Certificate
- ✓Marksheets
- ✓Photo
Selection Process
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Selection is strictly based on merit, determined by the student's performance in the Matriculation Examination conducted by the Himachal Pradesh Board of School Education, Dharamshala
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The scholarship is awarded to the top 1,250 meritorious students from the Scheduled Caste (SC) category and the top 1,000 meritorious students from the Other Backward Classes (OBC) category.
Renewal Policy
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The scholarship is tenable for a maximum of two years
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Renewal for the second year (10+2 Class or 2nd year of professional/technical course) is contingent upon satisfactory performance in the internal examinations of Class 11 or the first year of the course.
How to Apply Online
Applications are submitted online via Online. Complete eKYC, upload scanned documents, and submit before the closing date.
- 1Visit the Official Portal
Go to the National Scholarship Portal (NSP) at https://scholarships.gov.in/.
- 2New Registration
If you are a first-time applicant, click on the 'New Registration' button and provide accurate information as per your official documents.
- 3Receive Registration ID
After successful registration, you will receive a 'Student Registration ID'.
- 4Login
Use your 'Student Registration ID' to log in to your account through the 'Fresh Application' or 'Login' option on the NSP portal.
- 5Fill Application Form
Complete the application form with all required personal, academic, and bank details. Ensure all information is accurate.
- 6Upload Documents
Prepare and upload necessary documents, including: Aadhaar Card, Himachali Bonafide Certificate, Caste Certificate (SC/OBC), Class 10th Marksheet and Certificate, Income Certificate, Latest Bank Account Details (Passbook copy), and a Passport Size Photo.
- 7Review and Submit
Carefully review all the information provided in the application form. Once confirmed, click on the 'Final Submit' button.
- 8Print Application
Take a printout of the submitted online application form for your records.
- 9Submit to Institute
The printed copy of the online application form, along with all requisite documents, needs to be submitted by the student to their Head of the Institute, who will retain it.
Common Questions (FAQs)
What are the eligibility criteria for this scholarship?
To be eligible, students must be permanent residents (domicile) of Himachal Pradesh and belong to either the Scheduled Caste (SC) or Other Backward Classes (OBC) category. They must have passed their Class 10 examination and secured a position among the top meritorious students (top 1,250 SC or top 1,000 OBC) in the Matriculation Examination conducted by the H.P. Board of School Education, Dharamshala. Additionally, they must be studying in Class 11, Class 12, or any recognized professional/technical course after matriculation, within or outside the state.
How will I receive the scholarship amount?
The scholarship amount is ₹12,000 per annum for SC students and ₹10,000 per annum for OBC students, awarded for two consecutive years. This amount is typically disbursed directly into the beneficiary's Aadhaar-seeded bank account through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).
What is the application deadline for the 2025-26 or 2026-27 academic year?
For the academic year 2025-26, the last date for submission of post-matric scholarship applications on the National Scholarship Portal is October 31, 2025. For the 2026-27 academic year, the deadline to apply for the Dr. Ambedkar Medhavi Chattervriti Yojana for SC and OBC students is October 31, 2026.
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