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Scholarship to Divyang Students (Class 1 to 8)

The scheme aims to provide financial assistance of ₹600/- for students in Class 1 to 5 and ₹960/- for students in Class 6 to 8, to regularly enrolled disable students.

Authority

State/ UT

Region

Uttarakhand

Status

Verified 2026

Updated

March 2026

What you get

Rate of Scholarships: | - Class 1 to 5: ₹600/- - Class 6 to 8: ₹960/-

Who can apply

The applicant must be a resident of Uttarakhand.; The applicant must be a disabled student.; The applicant must be studying in Class 1 to 8.; The applicant’s annual family income must be less than ₹24,000/-.; The student must not availing benefits from any other scholarship scheme.

Required Paperwork

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

Common Questions

What is the objective of this scheme?

The objective is to support the education of students with disabilities by reducing their financial burden and encouraging them to continue their studies.

What is the amount of scholarship provided?

- Class 1 to 5: ₹600/- per year | - Class 6 to 8: ₹960/- per year

Who is eligible to apply for this scholarship?

Students studying in Class 1 to 8 in Uttarakhand with at least 40% disability and an annual family income of less than ₹24,000 are eligible.

Is there a minimum disability requirement?

Yes, the student must have at least 40% disability, certified by a competent medical authority.

Where can students apply for the scholarship?

Students must apply online through the National Scholarship Portal (NSP) at https://scholarships.gov.in.

What is the application process?

Students fill and submit the application form on NSP, which is then verified by their educational institution and forwarded to the District Social Welfare Officer for final verification and approval.

What happens after the application is submitted?

The application is verified at the institution level, checked by the District Social Welfare Office, and physically verified before approval.

How is the scholarship amount disbursed?

The approved scholarship amount is directly transferred to the student’s bank account through DBT (Direct Benefit Transfer).