Youth and Eco Club is a school-level scheme of the Government of Uttarakhand that helps students build environmental awareness and adopt sustainable habits through activities like plastic reduction, kitchen gardening, and eco-friendly competitions. Under the Samagra Shiksha Programme, the Secondary Education Department of Uttarakhand has released fresh funds for the 2025-26 session so that every government school from primary to higher secondary level can run a Youth and Eco Club for its students.
For the 2025-26 financial year the department has provided administrative and financial approval for running this club in all government schools, and the money is being released to schools in two instalments of 50 percent each. This keeps the scheme active across the state and lets schools start their club activities as per the official directions.
Youth And Eco Club - Introduction
Youth and Eco Club works under the Samagra Shiksha Programme, which is a centrally sponsored scheme started by the Government of India in 2018. In Uttarakhand it is run by the Secondary Education Department, and the Centre and State share the cost in the ratio of 90:10 because the state is a hilly State. The main aim of the club is to build environmental consciousness among students by getting them involved in hands-on work.
Students take part in everything from setting up kitchen gardens and composting food waste to leading plastic-free campaigns and taking part in creative competitions like poster making, skits, and slogan writing. Along with this, the club is also a way for students to grow their leadership skills, build their confidence, and learn to work as a team. The club members run their own small student government with posts like Prime Minister, Education Minister, Finance Minister, Sports Minister, and Health and Sanitation Minister, which gives them real responsibility.
Key Information
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Scheme Name | Youth and Eco Club |
| Level | State |
| Beneficiary State | Uttarakhand |
| Category | Education and Learning |
| Implementing Agency | Secondary Education Department, Uttarakhand |
| Funding For 2025-26 | Up to ₹10,000 per school |
| Application Mode | No formal application required |
Funding Released For 2025-26
The funding amounts for Youth and Eco Club were not released every year. For the 2025-26 session the state has released fresh money for all levels of government schools, which is a big change from earlier years when the amount was much lower or not released at all. The funds are given in two instalments of 50 percent each.
- For primary schools an amount of ₹2,000 per school is provided, with ₹1,000 in the first instalment and ₹1,000 in the second.
- For upper primary schools an amount of ₹5,000 per school is given, with ₹2,500 in each instalment.
- For high school and higher secondary schools an amount of ₹10,000 per school is released, with ₹5,000 in each instalment.
In comparison, for the 2024-25 session only 25 percent of the amount was released, and for the sessions 2021-22, 2022-23, and 2023-24 no amount was released at all. The 2025-26 release is therefore a full provision that allows schools to plan their activities properly.
Benefits
Youth and Eco Club gives schools the framework to run impactful environmental programmes. Students gain practical experience in sustainability through many different activities.
- Plastic reduction drives and water conservation campaigns that teach students to cut down on single-use plastic and save water.
- Kitchen gardens, vermi compost pits, and rain water harvesting that make the school campus greener and put waste to good use.
- Creative competitions like poster making, wall magazines, and skits that let students express their ideas on the environment.
- Cleanliness drives, tree plantation, and maintenance of clean school toilets that build a healthy school environment.
For example, if a student named Ravi takes part in a 'Say No to Single Use Plastic' campaign, he learns how to influence his peers to choose eco-friendly alternatives and how to collect plastic at school to be sent to a collection centre.
Eligibility
All primary, upper primary, and secondary government schools located in Uttarakhand are covered under this scheme by default. All students of the school become members of the Youth and Eco Club. In co-education schools, 50 percent of the posts in the club are reserved for girls, and the office holders are selected for one session through elections, after which fresh elections are held for the next session.
Application Process
There is no formal offline or online application process required for this scheme. Because all government schools of Uttarakhand are automatically included, the school administration should simply begin implementing the activities as per the official guidelines.
STEP 1 - The school must form the Youth and Eco Club within one week through elections among the students, if all students agree on a common selection they can also be chosen without elections.
STEP 2 - The club office holders should be given fixed responsibilities for posts like Prime Minister, Education Minister, Finance Minister, Sports Minister, and Health and Sanitation Minister.
STEP 3 - The school should start the first activity with the Green School work during the rainy season, and then run regular activities using the released funds.
STEP 4 - The school should maintain a register of the club where the formation process and the details of selected office holders are recorded regularly.
Documents
Your school should maintain records of all activities performed under Youth and Eco Club in accordance with the standard operating guidelines provided by the Department of Education, and submit the utility certificate as required.
References
Samagra Shiksha Uttarakhand Documents
Samagra Shiksha Uttarakhand Official Website
FAQ's
What is the main objective of Youth and Eco Club?
The main objective is to engage students in activities that encourage environmental protection, reduce plastic use, promote cleanliness, and build a culture of sustainability while also helping them grow their leadership skills.
Who is eligible under this scheme?
All primary, upper primary, and secondary government schools of Uttarakhand are eligible, and all students of these schools are automatically members of the club.
How much funding is provided for the club?
For the 2025-26 session, primary schools get ₹2,000, upper primary schools get ₹5,000, and high school and higher secondary schools get ₹10,000, released in two instalments of 50 percent each.
Is there any selection process for schools?
No, there is no selection process. All government schools at the primary, upper primary, and secondary levels are automatically included in this initiative.
What types of activities are organized under Youth and Eco Club?
Activities include plastic reduction drives, kitchen gardening, tree plantation, cleanliness campaigns, waste management, water conservation, and creative competitions like poster making and skits.
Is private school participation allowed in this scheme?
No, this scheme is specifically designed for government schools in Uttarakhand.