Sarkari Yojana

Award of Attendance Scholarship to Girl Students in the Middle Stage of Education

Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT)
Puducherry
Quick Summary: Girls aged 11 to 14 in Puducherry schools who record 97% or higher attendance can receive ₹200/- a year. The scholarship aims to raise enrolment and cut dropouts among non-SC/ST girls from families earning ₹75,000/- or less.

About Award of Attendance Scholarship to Girl Students in the Middle Stage of Education

Launched by the Department of Information & Publicity, Union Territory of Puducherry, the “Award of Attendance Scholarship to Girl Students in the Middle Stage of Education” works to boost school enrolment among girls aged 11-14 years in the middle stage of education, while also curbing the number of girls who drop out.

Scheme Overview

Government Level

State Government

Eligible Entity

Individual

Scheme Details

Eligibility

Eligibility Requirements

To qualify for Award of Attendance Scholarship to Girl Students in the Middle Stage of Education, applicants must satisfy the following conditions:

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Indian citizenship is required

Indian citizenship is required.

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The applicant must be a native of the…

The applicant must be a native of the Union Territory of Puducherry, whether by birth or by living there continuously for five years or more.

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Only girls may apply

Only girls may apply.

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The applicant must currently be a student

The applicant must currently be a student.

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The applicant's age must fall between 11 and…

The applicant's age must fall between 11 and 14 years.

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The applicant must be enrolled in a Government,…

The applicant must be enrolled in a Government, Government Aided or Government-recognized Private School in Puducherry.

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Students from the Scheduled Caste or Scheduled Tribes…

Students from the Scheduled Caste or Scheduled Tribes Category are not covered.

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Total annual family income must not exceed ₹75,000/-

Total annual family income must not exceed ₹75,000/-.

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Attendance in the previous year must have been…

Attendance in the previous year must have been 97% or higher.

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

Benefits Provided

Award of Attendance Scholarship to Girl Students in the Middle Stage of Education provides the following benefits to eligible applicants:

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Scholarship Amount:

Each student receives ₹200/- per annum.

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Mode of Disbursement:

The money is credited through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) and the Public Financial Management System (PFMS) straight into the applicant's Aadhaar-seeded bank account.

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 certificate of Nativity/Citizenship/Residence, issued by a Revenue…

A certificate of Nativity/Citizenship/Residence, issued by a Revenue Department officer of Deputy Tahsildar rank or higher.

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A certificate stating the family's income

A certificate stating the family's income.

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A Birth Certificate to establish age

A Birth Certificate to establish age.

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A photograph of stamp size

A photograph of stamp size.

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The applicant's Aadhaar Card

The applicant's Aadhaar Card.

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The Secondary School Leaving Certificate (SSLC) Certificate

The Secondary School Leaving Certificate (SSLC) Certificate.

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A Public Information Certificate (PIC)

A Public Information Certificate (PIC).

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An attendance record bearing the signature of the…

An attendance record bearing the signature of the competent authority.

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

How to Apply

Offline Application

Applicants can apply for Award of Attendance Scholarship to Girl Students in the Middle Stage of Education through the offline application process outlined below.

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Print the application form from the officially prescribed…

Print the application form from the officially prescribed format.

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Complete every mandatory field, stick on a passport-sized…

Complete every mandatory field, stick on a passport-sized photograph (signing across it if needed), and enclose copies of all required documents (self-attested where necessary).

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Go to the Head of the Institution at…

Go to the Head of the Institution at your school and hand in the completed, signed form along with the documents. School heads then forward these applications to the Directorate of School Education using Google Forms.

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

Online Application

Applicants can apply for Award of Attendance Scholarship to Girl Students in the Middle Stage of Education through the online application process outlined below.

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Open the Official Website of the Government of…

Open the Official Website of the Government of Puducherry's e-District Portal.

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Select "Login" in the top right corner of…

Select "Login" in the top right corner of the home page, then choose "Register a New Membership" on the login screen.

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Complete all compulsory fields on the Registration Page

Complete all compulsory fields on the Registration Page: Username, Password, Confirm Password, and Personal Details (Full Name, First Name, Email Address, Address, Current Address, Gender, Date of Birth, Mobile Number). Accept the declaration, type the Captcha Code, and press "Signup".

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Return to the Official Website of the Government…

Return to the Official Website of the Government of Puducherry's e-District Portal.

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Select "Login" at the top right of the…

Select "Login" at the top right of the home page, enter your Username and Password along with the Captcha Code, and press "Sign In".

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The following screen lists the Government of Puducherry's…

The following screen lists the Government of Puducherry's schemes grouped by Department.

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Choose the scheme you want; its online application…

Choose the scheme you want; its online application form will open.

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Complete every mandatory field (those with a red…

Complete every mandatory field (those with a red asterisk) and upload all required documents (self-attested where needed).

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Check the declaration box reading "I hereby declare…

Check the declaration box reading "I hereby declare that the above-mentioned details are true and correct as per the best of my Knowledge". Submit the form and keep the application number handy for tracking your application; it is also sent to your Registered Mobile Number / Registered Email ID. Check your application status here Download the User Manual for the online application here

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