Scheme Commencement :- 2007-08 (Central Government Sponsored Scheme)
Area:- Students studying in 8th standard in government, local self-government bodies, as well as private aided schools in the state. (Must have to pass the said exam first).
Beneficiaries :- Scheme for all students studying in class 9th to class 12th.
Benefits :- Annual scholarship for E. 9th – Rs. 12000/-. Similarly, E. 10th, E. 11th and E. 12th are given Rs. 12000/- each annually. Such a total of Rs. 48000/- is given for a total of 4 years.
How to Apply:- The scheme is implemented through the Central Government's website www.scholarship.gov.in.
For more information regarding the scheme, contact the Office of the Education Officer (Scheme).