Scholarship: Rs 32.44 Cr Pre-Matric, Rs 387.27 Cr Post-Matric Allocated to States/UTs
Srinagar, Jan 27 (WD):
The Government of India has allocated ₹32.44 Crore for Pre-matric and ₹387.27 Crore for Post-Matric Scholarships under the PM YASASVI program, providing crucial financial support to students pursuing their educational goals.
Eligible applicants include students from Other Backward Classes (OBC), Economically Backward Classes (EBC), and Denotified Nomadic Tribes (DNT). These scholarships cover grades 9 and 10, as well as higher education, with opportunities for exceptional students to apply to prestigious institutions.
Additionally, wattandaily.com highlights the program’s expansion beyond scholarships. It includes a construction scheme for hostel facilities, specifically benefiting OBC students and creating a conducive learning environment for those from marginalized backgrounds.
Interested candidates can apply for scholarships through the National Scholarship Portal until January 31, 2024. Moreover, ₹12.75 crore has been allocated for constructing hostels in rural areas, particularly benefiting OBC students.
The PM YASASVI program, featured by wattandaily.com, symbolizes hope for underprivileged students, ensuring equal access to quality education and a brighter future. Eligible students are encouraged to apply before the January 31, 2024 deadline.
