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Rural Girls’ Incentive Scheme
The Scheme provides financial support to girls students of Most Backward Classes (MBC) and Denotified Communities (DNC) studying in rural government or government-aided schools, aimed at encouraging education and reducing school dropouts.
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About This Scheme
The scheme “Rural Girls’ Incentive Scheme" launched by the Backward Classes, Most Backward Classes and Minorities Welfare Department, Tamil Nadu, offers financial aid to girls students of Most Backward Classes (MBC) and Denotified Communities (DNC), attending government or government-aided schools in rural areas, excluding Chennai District. Priority is given to girls from families headed by widows or destitute parents. The scheme aims to enhance educational opportunities and reduce dropout rates among these communities.
Benefits
₹1.0K · annual
For 6th grade: ₹1,000/- per annum.
> Financial Assistance:
₹500 · annual
For 3rd to 5th grade: ₹500/- per annum.
Required Documents
- ✦Proof of identity (Aadhar card or any other document as directed by the authority).
- ✦Caste certificate (MBC/DNC category).
- ✦Proof of school admission (enrollment in a government or government-aided school).
- ✦Widow or destitute certificate (if applicable).
- ✦Address proof (rural area).
- ✦Proof of Income (parental annual income should be less than ₹1,00,000/-).
- ✦Any other documents (if required).
✦ Required ◦ Optional
How to Apply
IIn-person
Quick Info
- Level
- Central Government
- Max benefit
- ₹1.0K