All About The Kalpana Chawla Chatravriti Yojana!

The Kalpana Chawla Chatravriti Yojana is a prestigious scholarship program by the Government of Himachal Pradesh. It has been named after the pioneer astronaut Kalpana Chawla. The state govt scheme was launched to encourage and help female students to pursue higher education in any field of their choice. It also offers financial support to young women so that they can achieve their academic goals and contribute positively to society.

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Kalpana Chawla Chatravriti Yojana: Overview

Section	Details
Name of the scheme	Kalpana Chawla Chatravriti Yojana
Launched by	Government of Himachal Pradesh
Objective	To encourage and support female students from the state of Himachal Pradesh
Eligibility criteria	Meritorious girl students who are residents of Himachal Pradesh, studying in schools affiliated with the Himachal Pradesh Board of School Education and pursuing post 12th standard courses.
Scholarship Amount	₹15,000 annually
Applicable Courses	Undergraduate studies

What Is Kalpana Chawla Chatravriti Yojana?

The Kalpana Chawla Chatravriti Yojana is a state government initiative under which scholarships are given to meritorious female students from Himachal Pradesh who have passed their 12th standard examination.

The state govt scheme aims to provide financial aid to deserving students so that they can fulfill all their academic and professional targets. The scholarship may also be renewed every year unless the student completes her level of degree, diploma, or certificate, provided that their academic performance remains satisfactory. In this way, essential financial help is given to girls from economically weaker sections of society for their further education and prosperous careers.

Key Features

The Kalpana Chawla Chatravriti Yojana offers several key features designed to support meritorious female students in their academic journey. These features ensure seamless financial assistance and encourage continued academic excellence:

• Annual scholarship amount of ₹15,000
• Suitable for undergraduate courses
• The scholarship is renewable annually pending the student's academic progress until completion of the degree, diploma, or certificate course.
• Direct benefit transfer to the recipient's bank account.

Objective

The state govt scheme has many objectives that outline its goals. Some of its major objectives are listed below for one’s better understanding:

• The state govt scheme provides financial assistance to deserving female students in Himachal Pradesh to pursue higher education without facing any financial hurdles.

• The Kalpana Chawla Chatravriti Yojana offers scholarships to the best students and motivates girls to continue their education and pursue undergraduate, postgraduate, and professional courses.

• Financial assistance reduces dropout rates among female students, allowing them to complete their education and achieve their academic goals.

• The state govt scheme aims to encourage excellence in academic performance. By rewarding merit and excellence, the scheme motivates the students to do well in academics.

• The Kalpana Chawla Chatravriti Yojana aims to create a self-reliant and educated female population that can contribute to the socio-economic development of the state through higher education support.

Benefits

The Kalpana Chawla Chatravriti Yojana offers many benefits to empower meritorious girl students in Himachal Pradesh. These key advantages include:

• The state govt scheme provides an annual scholarship of ₹15,000 to the first 2,000 meritorious female students from Himachal Pradesh.

• The completion of education with the assistance provided under the state govt scheme helps students secure better career opportunities.

• The financial aid helps reduce the dropout rate of girls from schools which enables female students to pursue their higher education.

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Eligibility Criteria Of The Kalpana Chawla Chatravriti Yojana

The Kalpana Chawla Chatravriti Yojana is open to students who fulfil the Kalpana Chawla Chatravriti Yojana eligibility. The Kalpana Chawla Chatravriti Yojana eligibility is as follows:

• The applicant must be a female student.

• The candidate should be a resident of the state of Himachal Pradesh.

• Candidate should have passed Class 12 from the Himachal Pradesh Board of School Education, in Science, Arts, or Commerce stream.

• Candidates should be enrolled in either post-10+2 degree, professional, or technical courses in any government-aided, private, or public institution affiliated with the Board of School Education, Himachal Pradesh.

• The scholarships are awarded based on the merit list issued by the Himachal Pradesh Board of School Education.

Application Process Of The Kalpana Chawla Chatravriti Yojana

The application process for the Kalpana Chawla Chatravriti Yojana is conducted online through the National Scholarship Portal (NSP). Follow this step-by-step guide to complete your registration and application.

New Registration

Step 1: Go to the National Scholarship Portal (NSP) and click on “New Registration.”

Step 2: Carefully review the guidelines and terms. Scroll to the bottom and accept the terms by checking the box.

**Step 3:**Click on “Continue” to move forward.

Step 4: Fill in the required details in the registration form.

Step 5: After filling in the details, click on “Register.”

**Step 6:**Your Application ID and password will be displayed on the screen and sent to your registered mobile number via SMS.

Login to Apply

Step 1: Go to the Login Page.
Step 2: On the Login page, provide the Application ID and password
Step 3: Put the code in Captcha and submit by clicking on "Log in."
Step 4: Enter the generated OTP received on your mobile number.
Step 5: You will get redirected to the Change Password page. Create a new password and re-enter it; then submit the form.
Step 6: You will be redirected to the Applicant's Dashboard, where you can complete and submit your application.
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Documents Required Of The Kalpana Chawla Chatravriti Yojana

The following documents are required from the applicants to apply for the Kalpana Chawla Chatravriti Yojana:

• Aadhaar Card of the applicant.
• Class 12 Passing Certificate issued by the Himachal Pradesh Board of School Education.
• Admission Certificate for the post-10+2 course.
• Bank Passbook of the applicant.
• Selection letter issued by the Educational authority.
• One latest passport-sized photograph of the applicant.
• Domicile Certificate of Himachal Pradesh.
• Photocopy of Income certificate.

Conclusion

The Kalpana Chawla Chatravriti Yojana is a scholarship scheme launched by the state government of Himachal Pradesh to help female students pursue higher education and build their careers.

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