Education is one of our fundamental rights, as it lays the foundation for both one’s personal and professional growth. However, with time, this fundamental right is getting expensive, due to which many students, especially those who come from low-income groups, aren’t able to pursue education.
To resolve this issue and lend a helping hand to students, the central and state governments have launched several schemes to benefit college—or university-going students and enable them to pursue further education in the fields they are interested in.
Continue reading to learn more about the major government schemes introduced by the government for the betterment of students.
Overview
| Name of the Scheme | Description |
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| Central Sector Scheme Of Scholarships For College & University Students | To help meritorious students from the economically weaker sections of society. |
| PM Scholarship Schemes | This Sarkari Yojana is especially for the children and widows of ex-servicemen/ex-coastguards. |
| PM Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY) | To provide free skill training to young people, helping them improve their job opportunities. |
| Special Scholarship Scheme For Jammu & Kashmir & Ladakh | Helps students from UTs of J&K or Ladakh so that they can pursue higher education after passing the 12th standard. |
| PM YASHASVI Scheme | Offers scholarships to children belonging to OBC, DNT, & EBC communities. |
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Need For Such Schemes
Students are the building blocks of a country, and hence, it is very important for the government of not just India but all countries to help them in achieving their career dreams and milestones. For this same, the government introduces several schemes and programs so that students can have all the necessary resources needed to achieve their aspirations and contribute to the country’s development.
What Are The Benefits Of Students' Schemes?
There are various benefits of the government schemes launched, especially for students. Some of the major benefits are listed below for one’s better understanding:
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The schemes provide financial support to students, covering the institute’s tuition fees, materials like books, and living expenses.
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Enable students to pursue higher education at their dream institutions.
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The scheme empowers students from low-income or marginalised communities.
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The 5 key government schemes specially designed for the benefit of college or university-going students are laid down below in detail.
Top 5 Student Schemes In India
1. Central Sector Scheme Of Scholarships For College & University Students
The Central Sector Scheme of Scholarships for College & University Students is a government scheme launched to help meritorious students from the economically weaker sections of society. Selected students under the scheme are provided with monetary support so that they can pursue education without any financial burden.
Eligibility Criteria
- Students must’ve an exceptional academic record.
- Annual income shouldn’t be more than Rs. 4.5 lakhs p.a.
Application Process
- Interested and eligible students can apply by visiting the NSP portal.
- Register in the portal, find the name of the scheme, and apply.
2. PM Scholarship Schemes (PMSS)
The PM Scholarship Schemes (PMSS) were introduced by the Department of Ex-servicemen Welfare under the Ministry of Defence. This Sarkari Yojana is especially for the children and widows of ex-servicemen/ex-coastguards. Every year, around 5500 (2750 boys and 2750 girls) are selected for the scholarship scheme, wherein they are entitled to receive monthly financial aid worth Rs. 2500 for boys and Rs. 3000 for girls.
Eligibility Criteria
- Applicant should be a dependent of an ex-serviceman/ex-coastguardsman.
- Student should be in their 1st year of college or university.
- The student should have scored a minimum of 60% marks.
Application Process
- Interested and eligible students can apply by visiting the KSB portal.
- Fill in the form, attach the supporting documents, and apply.
3. PM Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY)
Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY) is a government scheme introduced to provide free skill training to young people, helping them improve their job opportunities. The govt scheme offers training in various fields, such as construction, retail, and healthcare, to equip individuals with the necessary skills for employment.
Eligibility Criteria
- Applicants should be between the ages of 15-45 years.
- Unemployed people or dropouts can also apply for the Sarkari Yojana.
Application Process
- To apply, please visit the official website of PMKVY.
- Complete registration, fill out the application form, attach the supporting documents, and finish applying.
4. PM Special Scholarship Scheme For Jammu & Kashmir & Ladakh (PMSSS)
The PM Special Scholarship Scheme for Jammu & Kashmir & Ladakh was launched by the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) and helps students pursue higher education after passing the 12th standard. Selected students are eligible to receive monetary support, which varies as on the chosen courses.
Eligibility Criteria
- Applicants should be from the UTs of J&K or Ladakh.
- Annual income shouldn’t be more than Rs. 8 lakhs p.a.
Application Process
- To apply, please visit the official website of AICTE.
- Navigate to the PMSSS registration, fill in the application form with your accurate details, and apply.
5. PM YASASVI Scheme
This Sarkari Yojana guarantees that those who qualify get the chance to continue with their education without paying the tuition fees. The primary objective of the PM Yashasvi Scholarship Scheme is to offer scholarships to children belonging to OBC, DNT & EBC communities.
Eligibility Criteria
- Applicants should have passed the 10th standard.
- The family’s annual income shouldn’t be more than Rs. 2.5 lakhs p.a.
Application Process
- Interested and eligible students can apply by visiting the NSP portal.
- Start by registering in the portal, then log in and apply for the scholarship by selecting its name.
What More Can Be Done?
Some more measures that the government can adopt to help students can be as follows:
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Authorities can work on creating a unified portal for all government schemes created for students for easy application.
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Organise and run as many awareness drives as possible, especially in rural areas of India, to spread news about all such schemes for students.
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Integrate technology so that students can read upon schemes, check eligibility,a nd then apply for the same from the comfort of their homes in just a few clicks.
Conclusion
The schemes to benefit college—or university-going students were launched by the government of India with the sole aim of helping the youth of the nation so that they can grow up to be healthy and intellectual adults. Hence, every student must know about these schemes and apply if they fulfil the eligibility criteria.
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