About this education scheme
The scheme provides financial assistance to Scheduled Tribe girl students of Madhya Pradesh enrolled in Class 11 to encourage them to continue their education and prevent dropouts.
Under this scheme, Scheduled Tribe girl students studying in Class 11 receive financial support from the Government of Madhya Pradesh. The scheme aims to ensure that girls from SC communities continue their education without financial barriers. Applications are accepted online through the Shiksha Portal, and the eligible amount is directly transferred to the student’s account after verification.
Benefits at a glance
| Scheme name | ST Girl Child Literacy Incentive Amount – Class 11th (STGCA) |
|---|---|
| Launched by | School Education Department |
| Benefit type | Cash (money paid to your bank account) |
| Category | Education |
| Level / State | State · Madhya Pradesh |
| Official portal | shikshaportal.mp.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 |
| Family income limit | Up to Rs. 6 lakh per year |
Who can apply (quick check)
- 👤Female
- 🏷️ST
- 💰Income Rs. 6 lakh tak
- 📝Offline
Quick check from official data. Full conditions are in the Eligibility section.
What you receive
Eligible SC girl students of Class 11 receive an annual financial incentive of Rs. 3,000/-, credited directly to their bank account
Who qualifies
- The applicant must be a girl student belonging to the Scheduled Caste category of Madhya Pradesh.
- The student must be continuously studying in Class 11 at a recognized institution.
- The annual family income should not exceed Rs. 6,00,000/-
- A verified copy of the permanent caste certificate issued by the Sub-Divisional Officer (Revenue) is required.
- A self-declaration certificate stating that the parent/guardian is not an income tax payer must be submitted.
- An income certificate or salary certificate issued by a competent authority must be provided.
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Registration walkthrough
Offline
- To avail of the benefits under this scheme, eligible students can contact the Principal of their respective government schools/institutions.
Note: The student's profile is entered on the education portal https://shikshaportal.mp.gov.in/ by the teacher of the educational institution as per the record/certificate provided by the student.
Frequently asked questions
Who can apply for this scheme?
You can track it on www.shikshaportal.mp.gov.in .
What is the main objective of this scheme?
To encourage ST girl students to continue their education after Class 10.
Is this a state or central scheme?
It is a state scheme implemented by the School Education Department, Madhya Pradesh.
How much financial aid is provided?
Rs. 3,000/- per year is given to each eligible student.
Who uploads the student details online?
The respective school authorities upload the data.
How can I apply for the scheme?
Applications are made online through the Shiksha Portal .
Is there any application fee?
No, the application is completely free of cost.
How will the amount be disbursed?
The amount is directly transferred to the student’s bank account.
Is there any deadline for application submission?
Dates are notified on the Shiksha Portal.
Where can I check the status of my application?
You can track it on www.shikshaportal.mp.gov.in .
Submit your application yourself on the official portal; it costs nothing. Treat anyone demanding money to "get you approved" as a scam.
- Guideline www.cmhelpline.mp.gov.in
tsmpb.in is not affiliated with any government department. Apply only on the official portal and never pay anyone for an application.
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