Sarkari Yojana

Ashram Schools (Scheduled Tribes)

Madhya Pradesh
Quick Summary: Madhya Pradesh's Ashram Schools scheme, running since 1st January 1966, gives Scheduled Tribe students in government schools free lodging, mess and education. Apply via the MPTAAS portal or offline.

About Ashram Schools (Scheduled Tribes)

On 1st January 1966, the Tribal Welfare and Scheduled Caste (SC) Department of Madhya Pradesh launched the “Ashram Schools” scheme, under which Scheduled Tribe students are given lodging, meals in the mess and schooling without any cost.

Scheme Overview

Government Level

State Government

Eligible Entity

Individual

Launch / Open Date

01 Jan 1966

Scheme Details

Eligibility

Eligibility Requirements

To qualify for Ashram Schools (Scheduled Tribes), applicants must satisfy the following conditions:

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Only students who are natives of Madhya Pradesh…

Only students who are natives of Madhya Pradesh can apply.

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Applicants must be from the Scheduled Tribe category

Applicants must be from the Scheduled Tribe category.

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Enrolment in a government school located in Madhya…

Enrolment in a government school located in Madhya Pradesh is required.

Applicants must meet all of the above conditions to be considered eligible for this scheme.
Benefits

Benefits Provided

Ashram Schools (Scheduled Tribes) provides the following benefits to eligible applicants:

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Students receive accommodation, mess meals and education entirely…

Students receive accommodation, mess meals and education entirely free of charge.

Benefit amounts and conditions may vary by category — refer to the official scheme guidelines for exact figures applicable to your case.
Documents Required

Documents Required

Applicants should keep the following documents ready before starting the application:

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A recent passport-size photo

A recent passport-size photo

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Aadhaar identity card

Aadhaar identity card

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Madhya Pradesh domicile certificate

Madhya Pradesh domicile certificate

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Certificate of caste

Certificate of caste

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Pass certificate or mark sheet of the previous…

Pass certificate or mark sheet of the previous class

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Samagra ID of the student

Samagra ID of the student

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Bank account particulars or the bank passbook

Bank account particulars or the bank passbook

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Any other papers that may be required

Any other papers that may be required

Ensure all documents are valid and, where required, duly attested before submitting your application.
Important Dates

1966-01-01

How to Apply

Online Application

Applicants can apply for Ashram Schools (Scheduled Tribes) through the online application process outlined below.

Registration

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Go to the Madhya Pradesh Tribal Affairs &…

Go to the Madhya Pradesh Tribal Affairs & Scheduled Caste Welfare Automation System MPTAAS portal.

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Choose "New Beneficiary Profile Registration."

Choose "New Beneficiary Profile Registration."

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Enter every required detail; fields carrying are compulsory

Enter every required detail; fields carrying * are compulsory. Complete the form with all the necessary information.

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Upload the needed documents, such as ID proof…

Upload the needed documents, such as ID proof and other relevant certificates.

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Once the form is filled and documents uploaded,…

Once the form is filled and documents uploaded, press "Submit".

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After payment and submission go through, a registration…

After payment and submission go through, a registration number will be issued to you. Application

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Go to the Madhya Pradesh Tribal Affairs &…

Go to the Madhya Pradesh Tribal Affairs & Scheduled Caste Welfare Automation System MPTAAS portal.

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Type in your user ID, password and the…

Type in your user ID, password and the captcha code, then press "Login."

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Select the scheme whose benefits you want to…

Select the scheme whose benefits you want to claim.

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Provide all the information asked for and upload…

Provide all the information asked for and upload the documents when prompted.

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Lastly, press "Submit Application" to finish

Lastly, press "Submit Application" to finish.

Ensure all required documents are ready before starting the application process.

Offline Application

Applicants can apply for Ashram Schools (Scheduled Tribes) through the offline application process outlined below.

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During office hours, approach the Hostel Superintendent Block…

During office hours, approach the Hostel Superintendent Block Education Officer Principal Coordinator/Assistant Commissioner and ask the authority for a physical copy of the prescribed application form.

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Complete all compulsory fields, affix a passport-sized photograph…

Complete all compulsory fields, affix a passport-sized photograph (signing across it if needed), and enclose copies of all required documents (self-attested where necessary).

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Hand in the completed and signed form with…

Hand in the completed and signed form with the documents to the authority within the stipulated period (if any).

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Obtain a receipt or acknowledgement from the authority…

Obtain a receipt or acknowledgement from the authority that received the application, making sure it shows key details such as the submission date and time and a unique identification number (if applicable). NOTE: Make sure the application reaches the authority within the stipulated period, if one is set.

Ensure all required documents are ready before starting the application process.

Official Application & Website

Verify the latest eligibility, dates and instructions before applying.

Official Sources & References