About this education scheme
Launched on 1st January 1966, the scheme "Junior Hostel" by the Tribal Welfare and Scheduled Caste (SC) Department, Government of Madhya Pradesh provides free accommodation and mess facilities to students studying in classes 6th to 8th.
Launched on 1st January 1966, the scheme "Junior Hostel" by the Tribal Welfare and Scheduled Caste (SC) Department, Government of Madhya Pradesh provides free accommodation and mess facilities to students studying in classes 6th to 8th.
Benefits at a glance
| Scheme name | Junior Hostel (Scheduled Tribes) (JHST) |
|---|---|
| Launched by | Tribal Welfare and Scheduled Caste (SC) Department |
| Launch year | 1966 |
| Benefit type | In kind (goods, services or support, not cash) |
| Category | Education |
| Level / State | State · Madhya Pradesh |
| Official portal | tribal.mp.gov.in (link at the end of this page) |
Key facts
| Scheme for | Individual |
|---|---|
| Application mode | Online / Offline |
| Last date | Ongoing (no last date notified) |
| DBT (direct bank transfer) | No |
| Age | 10 to 14 years |
Who can apply (quick check)
- 👤All genders
- 🎂Age 10 to 14 years
- 🏷️ST
- 📝Online / Offline
Quick check from official data. Full conditions are in the Eligibility section.
What you receive
Free Accommodation and Mess Facilities.
Who qualifies
- The applicant should be from the Scheduled Tribes (ST) category.
- The applicant should be a native of Madhya Pradesh.
- The applicant should be a student of class 6th to 8th.
- The applicant should be studying in a government or recognized school.
- The applicant should have passed the previous year's examination.
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Registration walkthrough
Online
Registration
Step 1: The applicant should visit the Madhya Pradesh Tribal Affairs & Scheduled Caste Welfare Automation System MPTAAS portal.
Step 2: Click on "New Beneficiary Profile Registration."
Step 3: Fill in all the required details. Fields marked with * are mandatory. Complete the form by entering all necessary information.
Step 4: Upload all required documents, such as ID proof and other relevant certificates.
Step 5: After completing the form and uploading the documents, click "Submit".
Step 6: After successful payment and submission, you will receive a registration number.
Login
Step 1: The applicant should visit the Madhya Pradesh Tribal Affairs & Scheduled Caste Welfare Automation System MPTAAS portal.
Step 2: Enter your user ID, password, and captcha code, then click "Login."
Step 3: Choose the scheme you wish to apply for to avail the benefits.
Step 4: Enter all required information and upload the necessary documents as prompted.
Step 5: Finally, click on "Submit Application" to complete the process.
Offline
Step 1: The interested applicant should visit (during office hours) the Hostel Superintendent Block Education Officer Principal District Coordinator/Assistant Commissioner, and request the hard copy of the prescribed format of the application form from the concerned authority.
Step 2: In the application form, 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 Jan 1966 |
|---|
Frequently asked questions
What is the Junior Hostel Scheme?
It is a scheme providing free accommodation and mess facilities to ST students from classes 6th to 8th in Madhya Pradesh.
Who is eligible for the scheme?
ST students who are natives of Madhya Pradesh, studying in government/recognized schools, and have passed the previous year's examination.
What is the main benefit of the scheme?
Free accommodation and mess facilities.
Which department implements the scheme?
The Tribal Welfare and Scheduled Caste (SC) Department of Madhya Pradesh.
Which classes are covered under the scheme?
Students from classes 6th to 8th are eligible.
Is the scheme applicable to students from other categories?
No, the scheme is exclusively for Scheduled Tribe (ST) students.
Can students from private schools apply?
No, the applicant must be studying in a government or recognized school.
Is there any income limit for eligibility?
No specific income limit is mentioned for this scheme.
Is the scheme available across all districts of Madhya Pradesh?
Yes, it is implemented across the state.
Submit your application yourself on the official portal; it costs nothing. Treat anyone demanding money to "get you approved" as a scam.
- Guidelines cmhelpline.mp.gov.in
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