Scheme started :- 2007-08 (Central Government sponsored scheme)
Area :- Students studying in 8th standard in government, local self-government bodies, as well as private aided schools in the state. (Must have to pass the said exam first).
Beneficiaries :- Scheme for all students studying in class 9th to class 12th.
Benefits :- Annual scholarship for E. 9th standard – Rs. 12000/- Similarly, E. 10th standard, E. 11th standard and E. 12th standard are given Rs. 12000/- each annually. Such a total of Rs. 48000/- is given for a total of 4 years.
How to apply :- The scheme is implemented through the Central Government's website www.scholarship.gov.in .
For more information regarding the contact the Office of the Education Officer (Scheme).