The PM YASASVI scheme consolidates and enhances several earlier initiatives, including the Dr. Ambedkar Post-Matric Scholarship Scheme for EBCs and the Dr. Ambedkar Pre-Matric and Post-Matric Scholarship Scheme for DNTs, which were subsumed under this program starting from 2021-22. By integrating these schemes, PM YASASVI aims to ensure a more streamlined and impactful approach to supporting the educational needs of socially and economically disadvantaged students.
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PM –YASASVI for OBC, EBC and DNT students has been formulated having following five sub-schemes:
- Pre-Matric Scholarship for OBC, EBC and DNT Students
- Post-Matric Scholarship for OBC, EBC and DNT Students
- Top Class School Education for OBC, EBC and DNT Students
- Top Class College Education for OBC, EBC and DNT Students
- Construction of Hostel for OBC Boys and Girls
Benefits extended
The Pre-Matric Scholarship isoffering an annual academic allowance of Rs. 4,000 to families with an income below Rs. 2.5 lakh. For the 2023-24 academic year, Rs. 32.44 crore has been allocated to states and Union Territories for its implementation.
The Post-Matric Scholarship supports students pursuing post-secondary education, providing academic allowances ranging from Rs. 5,000 to Rs. 20,000 based on the category of the course. For this scheme, Rs. 387.27 crore has been released for the current year.
What is covered in this scheme ?
- Top Class School and College Education schemes support meritorious students from OBC, EBC, and DNT categories.
- These programs cover tuition fees, hostel expenses, and other academic costs.
- School students (Class 9-12) are eligible for funding up to Rs. 1.25 lakh annually.
- College students at top institutions receive full financial support, including tuition, living expenses, and educational materials.
- Rs. 12.75 crore was allocated in 2023-24 under the ‘Construction of Hostels for OBC Boys and Girls’ scheme.
- The scheme aims to provide accommodation near government schools and institutions for socially and educationally backward students, ensuring better access to quality education.
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