AI SummaryScholarship scheme - Agricultural Production and Marketing Board offers financial support to children of small or marginal farmers, agricultural workers, and mandi laborers in Uttarakhand who want to pursue higher education in agriculture and related fields.
Uttarakhand Agricultural Production and Marketing Board runs this scheme under the Agriculture Department of the state government. Students studying Agriculture, Forestry, Fisheries, or Horticulture can get this help, as long as their family income stays within ₹3,00,000 a year.
Scholarship Scheme - Agricultural Production and Marketing Board - Introduction
This scheme helps students from farming and market-laborer families cover the cost of higher education. The focus is on courses that support the agriculture sector, so students get a chance to build a career in fields closely tied to farming and rural life.
The support is given to students at selected colleges and universities in Uttarakhand. These include Govind Ballabh Pant University of Agriculture and Technology, Pantnagar; R.M.P. (P.G.) College, Gurukul Narsan, Haridwar; V.C.S.G. Uttarakhand University of Horticulture and Forestry, Bharsar, Pauri Garhwal; and College of Horticulture, V.C.S.G. Uttarakhand University of Horticulture and Forestry, Ranichauri.
The scheme is still open for eligible students. There is no change in the main rules, and the application is done offline through the college or university.
Key Information
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Scheme Name | Scholarship scheme - Agricultural Production and Marketing Board |
| Level | State |
| Scheme for | Individual |
| Beneficiary State | Uttarakhand |
| Category | Education and Learning |
| Benefit Type | Cash support |
| Nodal Department | Agriculture Department |
| Implementing Agency | Uttarakhand Agricultural Production and Marketing Board |
Benefits
Students enrolled in the listed agriculture-focused institutions can get this scholarship. The help is meant for the sons and daughters of small or marginal farmers, agricultural laborers, and mandi workers, along with their dependents.
For example, if Ravi is the son of a registered mandi worker, he can apply for this scholarship to lower his college fees at the Pantnagar agriculture university.
Eligibility
To apply, you should meet these conditions:
- You should be a permanent resident of Uttarakhand.
- You must be a bonafide student enrolled in an eligible program.
- You should be the child or a dependent of a small or marginal farmer, agricultural laborer, or mandi worker.
- Your total family income must not exceed ₹3,00,000 a year.
Application Process
The application process is offline. Follow these steps:
STEP 1 - Obtain a formal certificate from your local Mandi Committee confirming that you belong to the mandi area.
STEP 2 - Submit your application form directly to the administration or the scholarship cell of your university or college.
STEP 3 - Wait for the selection committee set up by your college to review your application based on academic merit.
Documents
Keep these documents ready for a smooth application:
- Proof of current enrollment in an eligible college.
- A valid certificate issued by the relevant Mandi Committee.
- Your family income certificate.
- Recent identity proof.
- Academic mark sheets and certificates.
References
View Official Agriculture Department Documents
FAQ's
Who is eligible for this scheme?
The children and dependents of small and marginal farmers, agricultural laborers, and market workers in Uttarakhand are eligible to apply.
What is the maximum family income allowed?
Your total annual family income should not exceed ₹3,00,000.
Which courses are eligible under this scheme?
Courses related to Agriculture, Forestry, Fisheries, and Horticulture are covered.
Which institutions are currently recognized?
The scheme applies to students at Govind Ballabh Pant University, R.M.P. (P.G.) College, and V.C.S.G. Uttarakhand University of Horticulture and Forestry.
How do I prove my association with a mandi?
You should obtain a certificate from your local Mandi Committee that clearly confirms you belong to their jurisdiction.
How do I submit my application?
You should submit your application documents directly to the college or university where you are studying.
How are beneficiaries selected?
A committee formed within your university or college selects beneficiaries based on academic merit.