Mukhyamantri Medhavi Chhatra Puraskar Yojana supports meritorious students by providing financial cash prizes to top performers securing first, second, and third positions in their graduation or post-graduation studies at the university level.
Mukhyamantri Medhavi Chhatra Puraskar Yojana - Introduction
Mukhyamantri Medhavi Chhatra Puraskar Yojana is a dedicated scheme by the Department of Higher Education, Government of Uttarakhand. This scheme aims to encourage academic excellence by rewarding students who achieve stellar results in their higher education. By recognizing these efforts, Mukhyamantri Medhavi Chhatra Puraskar Yojana helps students pursue their dreams and celebrates their hard work throughout their university journey.
Key Information
| Scheme Name | Mukhyamantri Medhavi Chhatra Puraskar Yojana |
|---|---|
| Level | State |
| Scheme For | Individual |
| Beneficiary State | Uttarakhand |
| Category | Education & Learning |
| Benefit Type | Cash |
| DBT Scheme | No |
| Nodal Department | Department of Higher Education |
Benefits
Mukhyamantri Medhavi Chhatra Puraskar Yojana provides generous financial rewards to high-achieving students based on their exam performance.
| Rank | Graduation Award | Post-Graduation Award |
|---|---|---|
| 1st Position | ₹50,000 | ₹75,000 |
| 2nd Position | ₹30,000 | ₹60,000 |
| 3rd Position | ₹15,000 | ₹30,000 |
Eligibility
To qualify for Mukhyamantri Medhavi Chhatra Puraskar Yojana, you should meet the following criteria:
- You should be among the top three students in your respective faculty (Arts, Science, or Commerce) at Shridev Suman University, Kumaon University, Soban Singh Jeena University, or their affiliated colleges.
- You should have secured at least 60% marks in your examinations. For example, if Anjali scores 65% in her final year of B.Sc., she meets this criteria, but if Rohan scores 55%, he will not be eligible.
- You should have completed your degree regularly. Students who appear in improvement examinations, backlog papers, or those who have dropped out for a year are unfortunately not eligible.
Application Process
You should not worry about the application process, as it is completely automated. The Department of Higher Education manages the selection by obtaining merit lists directly from the universities and their affiliated colleges. Once the data is verified through the Samarth portal, the authorities credit the award amount directly into your bank account.
Documents
You do not need to submit personal documents. The university or college administration handles the documentation process by sharing official academic records with the department.
References
Higher Education Department Scholarship Portal
FAQ's
Who is eligible for this scheme?
The top three students in each faculty (Arts, Science, Commerce) who earn the highest marks at the undergraduate or post-graduate level are eligible for this reward.
Which universities are covered under this scheme?
The scheme includes Shridev Suman University, Kumaon University, Soban Singh Jeena University, and all their affiliated colleges.
Is there a minimum marks requirement for eligibility?
Yes, you should have secured at least 60% marks in your examinations to qualify.
Are students appearing for improvement exams eligible?
No, students who appear for improvement or backlog examinations are not eligible for this reward.
Are students who have dropped out during any year eligible?
No, if you have dropped out during your course and later moved to the next year, you are not eligible for this scholarship.
Do students need to apply for this scholarship?
No, there is no application process for you. The selection happens automatically based on the merit lists provided by your university.
How are students selected for the scholarship?
The department requests the top-performing student lists directly from the universities and affiliated colleges to determine the beneficiaries.
How is the scholarship amount disbursed?
The government transfers the funds directly to the registered student bank accounts after verifying the records through the Samarth portal.