Sarkari Yojana
Agriculture Academic Studies Scheme
About Agriculture Academic Studies Scheme
Implemented by the Department of Agriculture & Farmers’ Welfare, Government of Meghalaya, the “Agriculture Academic Studies Scheme” is a State Plan Scheme. It sponsors students to complete 4-year Graduate/degree programmes in Agriculture/Horticulture on State quota seats at various Agriculture Universities across the country.
Scheme Overview
State Government
Department Of Agriculture & Farmers’ Welfare, Government Of Meghalaya
Individual
Scheme Details
Eligibility Requirements
To qualify for Agriculture Academic Studies Scheme, applicants must satisfy the following conditions:
The student/applicant has to be a permanent resident…
The student/applicant has to be a permanent resident of Meghalaya.
The scheme is open to students who wish…
The scheme is open to students who wish to study a four-year degree course in Agriculture/Horticulture.
General & OBC category students qualify if they…
General & OBC category students qualify if they have cleared 10+2 in the Science stream with 55% aggregate marks, with Physics, Chemistry, Biology & English as compulsory subjects.
SC & ST category students qualify if they…
SC & ST category students qualify if they have cleared 10+2 in the Science stream with 45% aggregate marks, with Physics, Chemistry, Biology & English as compulsory subjects.
Applicants must additionally clear the Indian Council of…
Applicants must additionally clear the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) All India Entrance Examinations for Admission (AIEEA) held by the National Testing Agency (NTA).
Benefits Provided
Agriculture Academic Studies Scheme provides the following benefits to eligible applicants:
Pattern of Assistance:
Sponsored seats together with book grants and scholarships
Sponsored seats together with book grants and scholarships. Type of Assistance and Entitlement (If any):
Stipend of ₹1,200/- every month
Stipend of ₹1,200/- every month.
Book grant of ₹1,200/- for each academic year
Book grant of ₹1,200/- for each academic year.
Documents Required
Applicants should keep the following documents ready before starting the application:
Class X and XII Admit Cards
Class X and XII Admit Cards
Class X and XII Mark Sheets
Class X and XII Mark Sheets
Certificate of birth
Certificate of birth
Caste Certificate for SC, ST and OBC applicants
Caste Certificate for SC, ST and OBC applicants
Permanent Residential Certificate (PRC) from the Competent Authority,…
Permanent Residential Certificate (PRC) from the Competent Authority, which every candidate must furnish
Character Certificate issued by the institution the candidate…
Character Certificate issued by the institution the candidate last studied in
Medical Fitness Certificate from the concerned| District Medical…
Medical Fitness Certificate from the concerned| District Medical and Health
Officer (DM&HO) /CHC, to be shown in original…
Officer (DM&HO) /CHC, to be shown in original at counselling
2(two) Nos
2(two) Nos. passport size photos attested by a Gazetted Officer, to be handed in at counselling
Other papers as may be needed
Other papers as may be needed
How to Apply
Online Application
Applicants can apply for Agriculture Academic Studies Scheme through the online application process outlined below.
Application Process
Application Process: Online applications can be submitted through the Department website https://www.megagriculture.gov.in Or https://megedistrict.gov.in Mode of Selection of Beneficiary(s): Beneficiaries are chosen on merit in the ICAR AIEEA, subject to the other eligibility conditions and the State Reservation Policy. Whom to Contact: Applicants should watch for advertisements, which generally appear in leading State newspapers during May-June, or check the Department website https://www.megagriculture.gov.in Or https://megedistrict.gov.in.
Official Application & Website
Verify the latest eligibility, dates and instructions before applying.