About this housing scheme
The scheme aims to provide free hostel facilities to children (both boys and girls) aged 6 to 18 years who are enrolled in nearby schools for formal education. In addition, children are provided with a monthly stipend of Rs. 200/-.
The scheme “Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose Residential Hostel” is an initiative under the Samagra Shiksha Programme, implemented by the Secondary Education Department, Government of Uttarakhand. The scheme aims to provide free hostel facilities to the children (both boys and girls) aged 6 to 18 years who are enrolled in nearby schools for formal education.
There are a total of 13 residential hostels in Dehradun (Baniyawala, Araghar, Jhadipani, Nabha House- Rishikesh), Haridwar (Alipur, Laladhang, Mohitpur), Pauri (Srinagar, Peethsain), Champawat and Udham Singh Nagar (Gadarpur, Kashipur, Sitarganj).
Benefits at a glance
| Scheme name | Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose Residential Hostel (NSCBRH) |
|---|---|
| Launched by | Department Of Education |
| Benefit type | Composite (cash plus goods or services) |
| Category | Housing |
| Level / State | State · Uttarakhand |
| Official portal | ssa.uk.gov.in |
Key facts
| Implementing agency | Secondary Education Department, Government Of Uttarakhand |
|---|---|
| Scheme for | Individual |
| Application mode | Offline |
| Last date | Not given in the official listing |
| DBT (direct bank transfer) | No |
| Family income limit | Up to Rs. 55,000 per year |
Who can apply (quick check)
- 👤Female / Male
- 🎂Age 6 to 18 years
- 💰Income up to Rs. 55,000
- 💍Never Married
- 🎓Students only
- 📝Offline
Quick check from official data. Full conditions are in the Eligibility section.
What you receive
- All children residing in the hostels are enrolled in nearby schools for formal education.
- All hostel facilities are provided free of cost.
- Children are also given a monthly stipend of Rs. 200/-.
Who qualifies
Free hostel facilities are provided to boys and girls aged 6 to 18 years who:
- Belong to BPL families or whose family's annual income is less than Rs. 55,000/-, or
- Belong to SC/ST/OBC or minority communities, or
- Have one or both parents deceased, or
- Are children with disabilities, or
- Are ragpickers, beggars, or from urban deprived and weaker sections.
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Registration walkthrough
Offline
- Before the commencement of the academic session, the Hostel Warden, Block Education Officer, or District Project Officer conducts wide publicity and invites applications for the vacant hostel seats. The application form can be downloaded from the Samagra Shiksha website https://ssa.uk.gov.in/ or obtained from the hostel warden.
- For orphan, begging, or ragpicking children, all necessary documents are prepared at the hostel level. For other children, the required documents include the child’s photograph, Aadhaar card, birth certificate, permanent residence certificate, caste certificate, mobile number, Aadhaar card of the parent or guardian, and BPL certificate or ration card in case of BPL families, or an annual income certificate up to Rs. 55,000/-.
- All the above documents, along with the application form, can be submitted by the parents or guardians to the concerned hostel. Admission is granted by the management committee after reviewing all the parameters and based on the availability of seats in the hostel.
Frequently asked questions
Who is eligible for admission to this hostel?
Boys and girls aged 6 to 18 years who belong to BPL families, or whose family income is less than Rs. 55,000 per year, or belong to SC/ST/OBC and minority communities. Children who are orphaned, disabled, ragpickers, beggars, or from urban deprived and weaker sections are also eligible.
Where are the hostels located?
There are 13 hostels in Uttarakhand:
- Dehradun: Baniyawala, Araghar, Jhadipani, Nabha House Rishikesh
- Haridwar: Alipur, Laladhang, Mohitpur
- Pauri: Srinagar, Peethsain
- Champawat and Udham Singh Nagar: Gadarpur, Kashipur, Sitarganj
Are both boys and girls accommodated in these hostels?
Yes, the hostels accommodate both boys and girls aged 6 to 18 years.
How can parents apply for admission?
Applications are invited through wide publicity by the Hostel Warden, Block Education Officer, or District Project Officer before the academic session. The application form can be downloaded from Samagra Shiksha website or obtained from the hostel warden.
Where should the application form be submitted?
All documents and the application form can be submitted to the concerned hostel by parents or guardians.
Is there any fee for children residing in the hostel?
No, all hostel facilities are provided free of cost, including accommodation, food, and other essential services.
Do children receive financial support apart from free accommodation?
Yes, children are given a monthly stipend of Rs. 200 to support their personal needs.
Are orphaned children eligible?
Yes, children whose one or both parents are deceased can apply for admission.
Submit your application yourself on the official portal; it costs nothing. Treat anyone demanding money to "get you approved" as a scam.
- Guidelines (Page No. 81) uk.gov.in (PDF)
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