AI SummaryGovernment of Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu supplies free school essentials to Government school students from Class I to VIII. The kit covers stationery, notebooks, geometry boxes, shoes, socks, and school bags.
Procurement of these items for Academic Year 2026-27 is now underway through official tender. This confirms the scheme continues for the current school session and students will get supplies for the new academic year.
Supply of School Stationery, Socks, Shoes, School Bag to Students of Std I to VIII
This scheme comes under the Education Department of the Union Territory. It gives a complete school kit to every student enrolled in a Government school from Class I to Class VIII.
All items are given free of cost. Families do not pay anything for notebooks, pencils, erasers, geometry boxes, footwear, or school bags. This reduces the money burden on parents and helps children continue their studies without shortage of basic materials.
Benefits of the Scheme
This scheme gives several advantages to students and their families. The main points are listed below.
- Families save money because the school kit is given free of cost. Parents do not need to buy stationery, shoes, socks, or bags.
- Every child gets the same quality of materials, so no student is left behind for lack of resources.
- Proper footwear supports foot health and hygiene, which helps students attend school comfortably.
- Regular supply of learning materials supports consistent attendance and helps reduce dropouts.
Eligibility
A student has to meet a few simple conditions to get the benefit. These conditions are given below.
- Student must be enrolled in a Government school.
- Student must be studying in any class from I to VIII.
- Student must study in a school located within the Union Territory of Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu.
Highlights
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Scheme Name | Supply of School Stationery, Socks, Shoes, School Bag, etc. to all Students of Std I to VIII |
| Level | State (Union Territory) |
| Beneficiaries | Government school students of Class I to VIII |
| Regions Covered | Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu |
| Category | Education and Learning |
| Benefit Type | In-kind support (school kit) |
| Main Department | Education Department (Directorate of Education) |
Application Process
Students do not need to submit a separate application for this scheme. Schools identify all eligible students automatically. The supplies are given directly by the respective school once the material is received from the Education Department.
References
Official Directorate of Education Portal of Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu
FAQ's
What is the main aim of this scheme?
The main aim is to reduce the money burden on parents by giving a complete kit of school necessities to students, so that education is not affected by shortage of basic materials.
Which students can get these benefits?
Students enrolled in Classes I to VIII in Government schools within the Union Territory are eligible.
Are students in private schools eligible to receive these kits?
No, this scheme is made only for students attending Government schools.
Does this scheme apply to both boys and girls?
Yes, all eligible students in the specified classes receive these benefits regardless of gender.
Do students need to apply separately?
No, there is no separate application. Schools identify eligible students automatically and distribute the supplies.