Question: Step by step, how can I get enrolled in Pre-Matric Scholarships to the Children of Those Engaged in Occupations Involving Cleaning and Prone to Health Hazards?

Answer: Here's how to apply for Pre-Matric Scholarships to the Children of Those Engaged in Occupations Involving Cleaning and Prone to Health Hazards:

is a combination of online and hard copy submissions.Can you explain the duration and course of studies covered by
the scholarship?The scholarship applies to students in class I or subsequent classes for day scholars and class III or subsequent classes for
hostellers. It terminates at the end of class X, covering a ten-month academic year.How is the scholarship disbursed?The scholarship
amount is paid from the date of joining to the date of leaving school, excluding vacation periods, and is typically disbursed through
Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) in the student's bank account.What qualifies as a disability for this scholarship?Disabilities are defined by
the Persons with Disabilities Act and include conditions like blindness, low-vision, leprosy-cured, hearing impairment, locomotor
disability, mental retardation, and mental illness.Are there additional provisions for students with disabilities?Yes, there are allowances
and benefits for students with disabilities, including reader allowances and transport allowances.What are the financial benefits for day
scholars and hostellers under this scheme?Day scholars in classes 1st to 10th receive â‚¹110 per month for ten months, while hostellers in
classes 3rd to 10th receive â‚¹700 per month for ten months, along with ad-hoc grants.Can a student benefit from multiple pre-matric
scholarship schemes?No, students benefiting from this scheme cannot avail of benefits under any other pre-matric scholarship
scheme.Are there any conditions regarding student migration between institutions?Migration is generally not allowed during the
academic year except under exceptional circumstances and in the interest of the student's academic career.What happens if a student fails
to secure annual promotion?If a student fails to secure annual promotion, their scholarship may be discontinued unless there are valid
reasons certified by the Head of the Institution.Are students allowed to work during their studies if they receive this scholarship?No,
students cannot take up employment or assist their parents in such work during their studies.Can children who are adopted by those
engaged in these occupations also receive the scholarship?Yes, adopted children can be eligible, but there are specific conditions and a
waiting period.Which categories of occupations are eligible for this scholarship?The eligible occupations include manual scavengers,
tanners, flayers, and waste pickers.What is the history and purpose of the Pre-Matric Scholarship scheme for children of those in unclean
occupations?The scheme has been in place since 1977-78, with the objective of providing financial assistance to children of individuals
engaged in certain unclean occupations to pursue pre-matric education.Sources And ReferencesGuidelinesMoSJE - Compedium Of
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HazardsEducationPre-MatricScholarshipSchoolStudentDetailsBenefitsEligibilityApplication ProcessDocuments RequiredFrequently
Asked QuestionsLaunched in the year 1977-78, the scheme "Pre-Matric Scholarships to the Children of Those Engaged in Occupations
Involving Cleaning and Prone to Health Hazards" is a Scholarship Scheme by the Department of Social Justice and Empowerment,
Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment. The objective of the scheme is to provide financial assistance to children whose
parents/guardians belong to one of the following categories, to pursue Pre-Matric education: Tanners, Flayers, Waste Pickers and
Persons who are either presently engaged in Manual Scavenging.OkWas this helpful?ShareNews and UpdatesNo new news and updates
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