Uchcha Shiksha Protsahan Chhatravriti Yojana
Higher Education Dept, Uttarakhand ยท Uttarakhand
| Scheme Name | Uchcha Shiksha Protsahan Chhatravriti Yojana |
| Provided By | Higher Education Dept, Uttarakhand |
| Eligibility Summary | Class 11-12, Graduation, Engineering (< โน8L Income) |
About the Program
Uchcha Shiksha Protsahan Chhatravriti Yojana rewards meritorious students in Uttarakhand government colleges with annual financial aid.
Benefits & Financial Support
โน60k+
The scholarship amounts vary based on the academic level and performance. For undergraduate (UG) students, monthly scholarships are awarded for securing first, second, and third positions: โน3,000, โน2,000, and โน1,500 respectively for first-year students based on 12th examination marks, and the same monthly amounts for second and third-year students based on previous year's examination marks. Additionally, graduation-level examination toppers receive a lump-sum scholarship of โน35,000, โน25,000, and โน20,000 for first, second, and third positions respectively. For postgraduate (PG) students, second-year students securing first, second, and third positions receive monthly scholarships of โน5,000, โน3,000, and โน2,000 respectively. Final-year or one-year PG course students securing first, second, and third positions receive a one-time scholarship of โน60,000, โน35,000, and โน25,000. Furthermore, 10% of students from each faculty securing a minimum of 75% marks and 75% attendance in graduation receive โน1,500 per month. The scholarship amount is disbursed directly into the beneficiaries' Aadhaar-seeded bank accounts through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).
Merit rewards for UG and PG toppers.
Note: Flagship merit scheme for college students in Uttarakhand.
Eligibility Criteria & Income Limit
| Education Level | Undergraduate, Postgraduate |
| Course / Stream | Relevant courses |
| Minimum Marks | 60% |
| Income Limit | No income bar |
| Category / Caste | All |
| Domicile State | Uttarakhand |
Mandatory Documents Checklist
- โAadhaar
- โDomicile
- โMarksheets
- โBank Passbook
- โPhoto
Selection Process
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Candidates are selected based on their academic performance, primarily by securing first, second, or third positions in their respective examinations at the undergraduate and postgraduate levels
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For first-year undergraduate students, a minimum of 80% marks or an equivalent grade in the 12th examination is required
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For second and third-year undergraduate students, and first and second-year postgraduate students, a minimum of 60% marks or an equivalent grade in the previous year's examination is necessary
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Additionally, a merit-based scholarship is available for 10% of students from each faculty who secure at least 75% marks and maintain 75% attendance in their graduation years
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After the results are declared, eligible students must register and submit their documents on the Samarth portal
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The submitted documents are verified by the college and subsequently by the department, which then publishes the list of eligible beneficiaries.
Renewal Policy
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The scholarship is renewable annually, subject to the student maintaining the required academic performance
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For undergraduate students in their second and third years, renewal is contingent on securing a minimum of 60% marks or an equivalent grade in the previous year's examination
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Similarly, for postgraduate students in their second year, a minimum of 60% marks or an equivalent grade in the first-year examination is required
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Students must continue to meet the specified academic criteria to be eligible for the scholarship in subsequent years
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Marks obtained after improvement tests are not considered for scholarship calculation.
How to Apply Online
Applications are submitted online via Online. Complete eKYC, upload scanned documents, and submit before the closing date.
- 1Registration
After examination results are declared, students must register on the Samarth portal: `https://uttarakhand.samarth.ac.in/`.
- 2Application Submission
Complete and submit the online registration form within the stipulated time.
- 3Document Upload
Upload all necessary documents, including your Aadhaar card, bank account details, and all educational certificates relevant to the examination in which you secured the qualifying marks (80%, 60%, or 75% as applicable).
- 4Document Certification
Ensure that all submitted documents are certified by the Nodal Officer and the Principal/Registrar of your institution.
- 5Verification
The submitted documents will undergo verification on the Samarth portal and at the college level.
- 6Beneficiary List
After successful verification, the department will publish the list of eligible beneficiaries on its website.
- 7Status Tracking
Students can track their application status through their login on the Samarth portal.
Common Questions (FAQs)
Who is eligible to apply for the Uchcha Shiksha Protsahan Chhatravriti Yojana?
Regular undergraduate and postgraduate students enrolled in government colleges and state universities of Uttarakhand who meet the specific academic performance criteria are eligible. This includes students who secure first, second, or third positions in their examinations, or those in the top 10% of their faculty with a minimum of 75% marks and 75% attendance.
How is the scholarship amount disbursed to the selected students?
The scholarship amount is disbursed directly into the eligible students' Aadhaar-seeded bank accounts through the Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) mode. This ensures a seamless and transparent transfer of funds.
Are marks obtained from improvement examinations considered for this scholarship?
No, marks obtained after improvement examinations are not considered for the calculation of eligibility for the Uchcha Shiksha Protsahan Chhatravriti Yojana. Only the original examination results are taken into account.
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