About this education scheme
The scheme aims to provide financial assistance of Rs. 600/- for students in Class 1 to 5 and Rs. 960/- for students in Class 6 to 8, to regularly enrolled disable students.
The “Scholarship to Divyang Students (Class 1 to 8)” scheme has been implemented by the Department of Social Welfare, Government of Uttarakhand. The scheme aims to provide financial assistance to regularly enrolled disable students from Class 1 to 8.
Benefits at a glance
| Scheme name | Scholarship to Divyang Students (Class 1 to 8) (SDSC18) |
|---|---|
| Launched by | Department Of Social Welfare |
| 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
| Scheme for | Individual |
|---|---|
| Application mode | Online |
| Last date | Not given in the official listing |
| DBT (direct bank transfer) | No |
| Family income limit | Up to Rs. 24,000 per year |
| Age | 5 to 14 years |
Who can apply (quick check)
- 👤All genders
- 🎂Age 5 to 14 years
- 💰Income Rs. 24,000 tak
- 💍Never Married
- ♿Divyang (PwD)
- ♿40%+ disability
- 📝Online
Quick check from official data. Full conditions are in the Eligibility section.
What you receive
Rate of Scholarships:
- Class 1 to 5: Rs. 600/-
- Class 6 to 8: Rs. 960/-
Who qualifies
- The applicant must be a resident of Uttarakhand.
- The applicant must be a disabled student.
- The applicant must be studying in Class 1 to 8.
- The applicant’s annual family income must be less than Rs. 24,000/-.
- The student must not availing benefits from any other scholarship scheme.
Who is not eligible
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Registration walkthrough
Online
- Students can apply online for scholarship by visiting the NSP Portal of Government of India (https://scholarships.gov.in/).
- The following documents will be attached with the application: Aadhaar card of the applicant, mobile number, certified photo and CBS bank account which is Aadhaar linked/seeded, previous class passed mark sheet, disability certificate, income certificate, self-declaration certificate that the applicant is not taking benefit of any other scholarship scheme of the government.
- The student sends the application to his/her educational institution; the concerned educational institution verifies the application form and forwards it online to the District Social Welfare Officer.
- The District Social Welfare Officer examines the received application form and gets the complete application forms physically verified. Incomplete applications (which can be corrected) are temporarily marked as defective, otherwise they are completely rejected. The scholarship amount is paid to the eligible applicants directly in their bank account in the financial year as per the availability of budget.
Frequently asked questions
What is the objective of this scheme?
The objective is to support the education of students with disabilities by reducing their financial burden and encouraging them to continue their studies.
What is the amount of scholarship provided?
- Class 1 to 5: Rs. 600/- per year
- Class 6 to 8: Rs. 960/- per year
Who is eligible to apply for this scholarship?
Students studying in Class 1 to 8 in Uttarakhand with at least 40% disability and an annual family income of less than Rs. 24,000 are eligible.
Is there a minimum disability requirement?
Yes, the student must have at least 40% disability, certified by a competent medical authority.
Where can students apply for the scholarship?
Students must apply online through the National Scholarship Portal (NSP) at https://scholarships.gov.in.
What is the application process?
Students fill and submit the application form on NSP, which is then verified by their educational institution and forwarded to the District Social Welfare Officer for final verification and approval.
What happens after the application is submitted?
The application is verified at the institution level, checked by the District Social Welfare Office, and physically verified before approval.
How is the scholarship amount disbursed?
The approved scholarship amount is directly transferred to the student’s bank account through DBT (Direct Benefit Transfer).
Submit your application yourself on the official portal; it costs nothing. Treat anyone demanding money to "get you approved" as a scam.
- Scheme Details socialwelfare.uk.gov.in
- National Scholarship Portal scholarships.gov.in
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