Back to Schemes
Education & Learning

Rani Durgavati and Shankarshah Puraskar Scheme (Reward Scheme for Meritorious Students)

"Rani Durgavati and Shankarshah Puraskar Scheme (Reward Scheme for Meritorious Students)" provides awards ranging from ₹3,000/- to ₹51,000/- to the meritorious students from the Scheduled Tribe community based on their performance in the 10th and 12th board examinations.

Authority

State/ UT

Region

Madhya Pradesh

Status

Verified 2026

Updated

March 2026

What you get

Awards for Regular Students of 10th Standard | - Position: 1st, Award: ₹51,000/- | - Position: 2nd, Award: ₹40,000/- | - Position: 3rd, Award: ₹30,000/- | - Position: 4th, Award: ₹15,000/- | - Position: 5th, Award: ₹10,000/- | - Position: 6th, Award: ₹10,000/- | Awards for Regular Students of 12th Standard | - Position: 1st, Award: ₹51,000/- | - Position: 2nd, Award: ₹40,000/- | - Position: 3rd, Award: ₹30,000/- | - Position: 4th, Award: ₹20,000/- | - Position: 5th, Award: ₹15,000/- | - Position: 6th, Award: ₹10,000/-

Who can apply

The applicant should be a permanent resident of Madhya Pradesh.; The applicant should be a Student.; The applicant should be from a Scheduled Tribe (ST), or Scheduled Caste (SC) category.; The applicant should be enrolled in Class 10th or 12th.; The applicant should be selected based on the merit list of the 10th and 12th board examinations conducted by the Board of Secondary Education, Madhya Pradesh.

Required Paperwork

  • Aadhaar Card
  • PAN Card
  • Income Certificate
  • Residence Proof (Domicile)

Common Questions

What is the objective of the scheme?

The scheme aims to reward meritorious Scheduled Tribe (ST) students for their academic excellence in Class 10th and 12th board examinations.

Who is eligible for the scheme?

The applicant should be a Scheduled Tribe (ST) student, a regular student of Class 10th or 12th, and a resident of Madhya Pradesh.

What is the basis for selection?

Selection is based on the merit list of Class 10th and 12th board examination results from the Board of Secondary Education, Madhya Pradesh.

What are the award amounts?

Award amounts range from [?]10,000 to [?]51,000 depending on the rank in Class 10th or 12th board examinations.

Are private students eligible for this scheme?

No, only regular students enrolled in schools under the Madhya Pradesh Board of Secondary Education are eligible.

Is there any application process for the scheme?

The awards are based on the merit list provided by the board, and no separate application is required.

How is the payment made to the beneficiaries?

The payment is transferred directly to the bank account of the beneficiaries through a digital payment system.

Can students from other states apply for this scheme?

No, the scheme is only for students who are permanent residents of Madhya Pradesh.

How many students are awarded each year?

Awards are given to the top six students of Class 10th and 12th from the merit list.

Are students from other categories eligible for this scheme?

No, this scheme is exclusively for Scheduled Tribe (ST),SC students.

What is the maximum reward amount?

The maximum reward amount is [?]51,000 for the first position in both Class 10th and 12th.