AI SummaryJai Bhim Mukhyamantri Pratibha Vikas Yojana is a scheme by the Government of Delhi that supported students from the Scheduled Caste community by funding quality competitive exam coaching. It was started to help economically weaker students succeed in public and private sector jobs by covering a large part of their coaching expenses and giving a monthly stipend.
Scheme has been closed or it was a one time scheme which has been closed by the government.
Jai Bhim Mukhyamantri Pratibha Vikas Yojana was launched by the Department for the Welfare of SC/ST/OBC/Minorities, Government of NCT of Delhi, through Cabinet Decision No. 2526 on 12-12-2017. The scheme focused on helping bright students who face money problems to get good coaching for competitive examinations.
Jai Bhim Mukhyamantri Pratibha Vikas Yojana - Introduction
Objective:
The scheme provided high-quality coaching to economically weaker Scheduled Caste candidates so they could do well in competitive examinations and build a stable career in the public or private sector. Details of the scheme are given below only for record, since the scheme is no longer taking new admissions.
Eligible coaching programs included:
- Group A and B examinations conducted by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC), Staff Selection Commission (SSC), Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs), and Judicial Services Examination.
- Group A and B examinations conducted by the State Public Service Commission.
- Officers Grade examinations by Banks, Insurance Companies, and Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs).
- Premier entrance examinations for engineering (e.g., IIT-JEE), medical (e.g., AIPMT), business management (e.g., CAT), and law (e.g., CLAT), along with other disciplines specified by the government.
Coaching Fee Limits:
| Course Name | Minimum Duration | Maximum Coaching Fee Amount (₹) |
|---|---|---|
| Civil Service (Preliminary) / State Civil Services (Preliminary) | 5 Months | 40,000 |
| Civil Service (Mains) / State Civil Services (Mains) | 4 Months | 40,000 |
| Entrance exams (Engineering, Medical, MBA/Professional) | 4 Months | 40,000 |
| Other Group A & B exams (UPSC/SPSC/SSC) | 4 Months | 30,000 |
| Officers Grade exams (Banks, LIC, GICs, PSUs) | 4 Months | 30,000 |
Selection Ratio: The government kept a 75:25 ratio for students coaching under this scheme based on their previous education at government or private schools.
Key Information
| Scheme Name | Jai Bhim Mukhyamantri Pratibha Vikas Yojana |
|---|---|
| Level | State |
| Target Group | Individual |
| Beneficiary State | Delhi |
| Nodal Department | Welfare of SC/ST/OBC/Minorities Department |
| Implementing Agency | Registered private institutions or NGOs |
| Launch Date | 12-12-2017 |
Benefits
The scheme offered complete support to help students reach their career goals. The support given under the scheme is listed below.
- Monthly Stipend: Students received a monthly stipend of ₹2500 to help cover local travel and daily expenses while attending classes.
- Fee Support: Generally, the government covered 75% of the coaching fees, while the student covered 25%.
- Full Scholarship: If the total family income was ₹2.00 lakh or less, the government covered 100% of the admissible coaching fees.
Important Notes:
The coaching institute had to pay the stipend monthly via PFMS, ECS, or cheque. Cash payments were not allowed. A student could use this scheme a maximum of twice in their lifetime. If a student applied a second time, the government covered 50% of the admissible fee. Students had to sign an undertaking with their institute confirming they had not crossed this two-time limit.
Eligibility
To qualify for this support, a student had to meet the following requirements.
- The student must belong to the Scheduled Caste category and reside in Delhi.
- The student should have completed or be currently studying in class 12th from a school in Delhi.
- The annual total family income must not exceed ₹6.00 lakh.
- The student must meet the specific academic marks requirements set by the chosen coaching center.
For example, if Rahul is an SC student from Delhi with a family income of ₹4 lakh, he was eligible to apply for coaching under this scheme provided he met the entrance test criteria of his preferred institute.
Institutes had to get the income and caste certificates issued by the local District Magistrate. If a student remained absent for more than 15 days without a valid reason, the coaching benefits were stopped to allow other students to step in.
Coaching Institute Eligibility: Registered private institutions or NGOs had to be active for at least 3 years and have a track record of enrolling at least 100 students in these courses every year.
Application Process
Follow these steps to apply for coaching under the scheme. These steps are kept only for record, since the scheme is closed.
STEP 1 - Find a coaching center that is empanelled under the scheme.
STEP 2 - Visit the center and collect the registration application form.
STEP 3 - Fill out the form carefully and attach the required documents.
STEP 4 - Hand over the completed application to the institute.
STEP 5 - The institute verifies eligibility and confirms enrollment.
The institute selected students based on its own academic criteria or qualifying marks. Many institutes also ran their own entrance exams, and they could offer flexible criteria for SC applicants.
Documents
Keep these documents ready for the application. They are listed below for record.
- Aadhaar Card
- Class 10th and 12th Mark sheets
- Residence Proof
- Caste Certificate
- Ration Card
- Passport Size Photographs
- Bank Account Details
References
Official Scheme Page on Delhi Welfare Department
FAQ's
What is the primary goal of Jai Bhim Mukhyamantri Pratibha Vikas Yojana?
The goal was to provide quality coaching to economically weaker SC students so they could excel in competitive exams and secure government or private sector jobs.
Who operated this scheme?
The scheme was managed by the Department for the Welfare of SC/ST/OBC/Minorities, Government of NCT of Delhi, and implemented through empanelled private coaching centers.
Is the scheme still running?
No. Jai Bhim Mukhyamantri Pratibha Vikas Yojana has been closed by the Delhi government and is not taking new students.
How did students receive the monthly stipend?
The stipend was transferred directly by the coaching institute via PFMS, ECS, or cheque to the student's bank account.
Could the scheme be used for multiple exams?
Yes, the coaching benefits could be used up to two times throughout a student's academic career.
Was this scheme restricted to Delhi residents?
Yes, a student had to be a resident of Delhi and have attended school in Delhi to be eligible.
What if the family income was above ₹2 lakhs?
If the annual family income was between ₹2 lakh and ₹6 lakh, the student paid 25% of the fee, while the government paid the remaining 75%.
Could a student be nominated by a department?
Yes, the sponsoring department could nominate needy students for coaching under select institutions.