Sarkari Yojana

Free Bicycle Distribution Scheme

Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT)
Jharkhand
Quick Summary: Jharkhand gives Scheduled Caste students of Class 8th, from both BPL and APL families, ₹3000 via DBT to buy a new ISI/ISO-standard bicycle for getting to school.

About Free Bicycle Distribution Scheme

Through the “Free Bicycle Distribution Scheme”, the Welfare Department, Government of Jharkhand, helps Scheduled Caste (SC) students in Class 8th buy a bicycle. Each eligible student receives ₹3000 straight into his or her bank account through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).

Objective:

  • Encourages schooling by making it easier for students to reach school.
  • Open to students from both Below Poverty Line (BPL) and Above Poverty Line (APL) families.

Scheme Overview

Government Level

State Government

Eligible Entity

Individual

Scheme Details

Eligibility

Eligibility Requirements

To qualify for Free Bicycle Distribution Scheme, applicants must satisfy the following conditions:

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Applicants must be students

Applicants must be students.

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Applicants must be in Class 8th

Applicants must be in Class 8th.

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Applicants must be from the Scheduled Caste (SC)…

Applicants must be from the Scheduled Caste (SC) category.

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The family may be in either the BPL…

The family may be in either the BPL or the APL category.

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

Benefits Provided

Free Bicycle Distribution Scheme provides the following benefits to eligible applicants:

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Each student is given ₹3000 to buy a…

Each student is given ₹3000 to buy a bicycle. Note:

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Payment is made through DBT directly into the…

Payment is made through DBT directly into the beneficiary's bank account.

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The bicycle bought must be new and meet…

The bicycle bought must be new and meet ISI/ISO standards.

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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Certificate of caste

Certificate of caste.

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Certificate from the school confirming enrolment

Certificate from the school confirming enrolment.

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Particulars of the bank account

Particulars of the bank account.

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Further documents, if requested

Further documents, if requested.

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

How to Apply

Offline Application

Applicants can apply for Free Bicycle Distribution Scheme through the offline application process outlined below.

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Application Process

Step-1: During office hours, go to the District Welfare Officer and ask the staff member assigned to issue and receive applications for a printed copy of the prescribed form.

Step-2: Complete every mandatory field and enclose copies of the required documents (self-attested where needed).

Step-3: Hand the filled and signed form with its documents to the District Welfare Officer/Block Welfare Officer and School Headmaster.

Step-4: Ask the District Welfare Officer/Block Welfare Officer and School Headmaster who receive the application for a receipt or acknowledgment, and check that it records the date and time of submission and a unique identification number (if applicable).

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

Objectives

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Official Application & Website

Verify the latest eligibility, dates and instructions before applying.

Official Sources & References