About this education scheme
The Scheme "Anya Pichhda Varg Kalyan Chhatravaas" under the BC & EBC Welfare Department, Bihar. under this scheme, provied Rs. 1,000/- per month hostel grant is provided for each student and 15 kg of free food grains per month (9 kg rice + 6 kg wheat).
The Scheme "Anya Pichhda Varg Kalyan Chhatravaas" under the BC & EBC Welfare Department, Bihar, is being implemented to address the issue of educational backwardness among weaker sections of society, especially students from rural areas. The scheme provides hostel facilities for Other Backward Class (OBC) students in all 38 districts of the state, offering benefits such as Rs. 12,000 per year and 15 kg of free food grains per month.
Benefits at a glance
| Scheme name | Anya Pichhda Varg Kalyan Chhatravaas (APVKC) |
|---|---|
| Launched by | BC & EBC Welfare Department |
| Launch year | 2016 |
| Benefit type | Composite (cash plus goods or services) |
| Category | Education |
| Level / State | State · Bihar |
| Official portal | state.bihar.gov.in (link at the end of this page) |
Key facts
| Scheme for | Individual |
|---|---|
| Application mode | Offline |
| Last date | Ongoing (no last date notified) |
| DBT (direct bank transfer) | No |
| Age | 11 to 40 years |
Who can apply (quick check)
- 👤Female / Male
- 🎂Age 11 to 40 years
- 🏷️OBC
- 💍Never Married
- 📝Offline
Quick check from official data. Full conditions are in the Eligibility section.
What you receive
- Rs. 1,000/- per month hostel grant for each student.
- 15 kg of free food grains per month (9 kg rice + 6 kg wheat).
- Free facilities like cot, mattress, bedsheet, and cooking utensils.
- Food arrangements under superintendent's supervision; students bear actual meal costs.
- Hostel facilities may include CCTV, water purifier, TV, Wi-Fi, computer lab, and sports equipment (based on fund availability).
- Support for competitive exam preparation and access to library.
Who qualifies
- The applicant must be a resident of Bihar.
- The applicant’s age should be between 11 to 40 years.
- The applicant should belong to the Backward Class (BC) or Extremely Backward Class (EBC).
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Registration walkthrough
Offline
Step 1: The interested applicant should visit (during office hours) the Principal of the college/Registrar at the university, and request the hard copy of the prescribed format of the application form from the concerned authority.
Step 2: In the application form (page no.15), fill in all the mandatory fields, paste the passport-sized photograph (signed across, if required), and attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attest, if required).
Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents, within the prescribed period (if any), to the authority.
Step 4: Request a receipt or acknowledgement from the concerned authority to whom the application has been submitted. Ensure that the receipt contains essential details such as the date and time of submission, and a unique identification number (if applicable).
NOTE: Ensure that the application is submitted within the prescribed period, if any.
Important dates
| Launch / start | 01 Aug 2016 |
|---|
Frequently asked questions
What is the Anya Pichhda Varg Kalyan Chhatravaas Yojana?
It is a hostel scheme for students from Other Backward Classes (OBC) and Extremely Backward Classes (EBC), run by the BC & EBC Welfare Department, Bihar.
Who can avail the benefits of this scheme?
Students belonging to OBC and EBC categories studying in government-approved institutions and residing in rural or backward areas.
What are the key benefits of this hostel scheme?
Free hostel accommodation, Rs. 1000/month grant, 15 kg food grains per student/month, and access to learning and basic amenities.
Is there any financial aid provided to students under this scheme?
Yes, each student receives Rs. 1000 per month as a hostel grant.
Are meals cooked and served in the hostel?
Food arrangements are made under the supervision of the superintendent; however, students bear their own meal expenses.
What essential items are provided to students in the hostel?
Beds, mattresses, bedsheets, cooking utensils, and other basic furniture are provided by the state government.
Are digital or tech facilities available in the hostel?
Subject to fund availability, facilities like Wi-Fi, TV, computer labs, and CCTV cameras are installed.
Is there any provision for academic support or exam preparation?
Yes, the hostels provide library facilities and resources to help students prepare for competitive exams.
How many districts in Bihar are covered under this scheme?
The scheme is operational across all 38 districts of Bihar.
Who manages the day-to-day operations of the hostels?
The hostel superintendent is responsible for daily management, under the guidance of a steering committee.
Is this scheme only for boys or also for girls?
The scheme includes both boys’ and girls’ hostels for OBC and EBC students.
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