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Stipend Scheme for Grandchildren of Freedom Fighters

"Stipend Scheme for Grandchildren of Freedom Fighters" aims to honour the third-generation descendants of freedom fighters by providing financial assistance for higher education. Eligible students receive a monthly stipend and an annual allowance for books to support their education.

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About This Scheme

Launched in 2010-11, the scheme "Stipend Scheme for Grandchildren of Freedom Fighters" by the Department of Higher Education, Government of Haryana, aims to honour the third-generation descendants of freedom fighters by providing financial assistance for higher education. Through this scheme, eligible students receive a monthly stipend and an annual allowance for books to support their education. The scheme is implemented by the Department of Higher Education, Haryana. The stipend is available for students pursuing non-professional courses in government and government-aided colleges and universities within the state. The assistance is provided on a merit basis and is subject to attendance and good conduct requirements.

Benefits

Financial Assistance

₹1.0K · annual

Eligible students receive ₹1,000 per month as a stipend for 12 months and ₹2,000 per year as an allowance for books.

Coverage

The scheme applies to students pursuing non-professional courses in government and government-aided colleges and universities in Haryana.

Good Conduct Requirement

Scholarship installments are released only upon obtaining a good conduct and attendance certificate from the principal/head of the institution.

Reinstatement Condition

If a student drops out but re-joins and attends at least 50% of classes in three months, both the previously due installment and the current quarter’s installment are released.

Mode of Disbursement

Payment is made via electronic transaction to the student’s bank account.

In exceptional cases, payment may be made through a demand draft.

Frequency of Disbursement

The stipend is paid in four instalments per year:

September: For July & August

November: For September & October

January: For November & December

March: For January to June

Eligibility

Note: You may be eligible based on the information shown. Please verify the official eligibility requirements before applying.

Required Documents

  • Proof of Relationship to Freedom Fighter (certified copy endorsed by the District Administration)
  • Domicile Certificate
  • Matriculation Certificate
  • Previous Examination Marksheet
  • Good Conduct/Attendance Certificate, issued by the Principal/Head of the Institution.
  • Bank Account Details

✦ Required ◦ Optional

How to Apply

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Quick Info

Level
Central Government
Max benefit
₹1.0K