About this education scheme
The scheme aims to provide financial assistance to students from Classes 1 to 8 studying in all government & government-aided schools for purchasing shoes & bags. An amount of Rs. 318/- per student for Classes 1 to 5 & Rs. 462/- per student for Classes 6 to 8 is provided through Direct Benefit Transfer.
The scheme "Free Shoes and Bags Scheme" is implemented by the Basic Education Department under the Department of Education, Government of Uttarakhand. The scheme aims to provide financial assistance to students from Classes 1 to 8 studying in all government and government-aided schools for purchasing shoes and bags.
Benefits at a glance
| Scheme name | Free Shoe and Bag Scheme (FSBS) |
|---|---|
| Launched by | Department Of Education |
| Benefit type | Cash (money paid to your bank account) |
| Category | Education |
| Level / State | State · Uttarakhand |
| Official portal | uk.gov.in (link at the end of this page) |
Key facts
| Implementing agency | Basic Education Department, Government Of Uttarakhand |
|---|---|
| Scheme for | Individual |
| Application mode | Offline |
| Last date | Ongoing (no last date notified) |
| DBT (direct bank transfer) | No |
Who can apply (quick check)
- 👤Female / Male
- 🎂Age 5 to 14 years
- 💍Never Married
- 📝Offline
Quick check from official data. Full conditions are in the Eligibility section.
What you receive
Under this scheme, financial assistance is provided for purchasing shoes and bags for boys and girls as follows:
- Rs. 318/- per student for Classes 1 to 5
- Rs. 462/- per student for Classes 6 to 8
The amount is transferred directly to the students' account through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).
Who qualifies
- The applicant must be a student of Classes 1 to 8 studying in any government or non-government aided school in Uttarakhand.
Who is not eligible
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Registration walkthrough
Offline
- Students will receive the amount after submitting their Aadhaar card and bank account details to the Principal.
- At the beginning of the academic session, the amount is transferred through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).
Frequently asked questions
Who is eligible under this scheme?
Students studying in Classes 1 to 8 in all government and government-aided schools of Uttarakhand are eligible.
Are students of non-government aided schools also eligible?
Yes, students of recognized non-government aided schools in Uttarakhand are also eligible.
How much financial assistance is given under this scheme?
- Rs. 318 per student for Classes 1 to 5.
- Rs. 462 per student for Classes 6 to 8.
How is the amount provided to students?
The amount is directly transferred to the bank accounts of eligible students through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).
What documents are required to receive the benefit?
Students need to provide their Aadhaar card and bank account details to the school principal.
When is the amount disbursed?
The amount is paid at the beginning of the academic session through DBT.
Is the scheme applicable only to boys or also to girls?
The scheme covers both boys and girls equally.
Submit your application yourself on the official portal; it costs nothing. Treat anyone demanding money to "get you approved" as a scam.
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