Odisha

Award Of Scholarship To Meritorious Children Of The Fisherman Community

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About

The scheme "Award of Scholarship to Meritorious Children of the Fisherman Community" is a Scholarship Scheme by the Fisheries & Animal Resources Development Department, Government of Odisha. The objective of the scheme is to generate interest among the children of the fishermen community cash award incentive to the pass outs of HSC examination will be provided for higher education after admission into the courses. The scheme provides scholarship of upto ₹ 7500/- based on the Percentage of marks secured in HSC examination.

Benefits

Amount of the Scholarship
1. Percentage of Marks Secured in HSC Examination: 70% and above; Cash Award (in ₹): 7,500/-
2. Percentage of Marks Secured in HSC Examination: 60% and above up to 69%; Cash Award (in ₹): 5,000/-
3. Percentage of Marks Secured in HSC Examination: 50% and Above up to 59%; Cash Award (in ₹): 3,000/-Number of Slots
The Budget provision under the scheme is to provide scholarship to 5510 numbers of meritorious children of fisher community.
Mode of Payment
After admission in to higher course, the award will be awarded once to a child via DBT. This assistance will be extended over and above the prevailing scope by the School & Mass Education Department.

Who can apply

The applicant must be a bonafide permanent resident of Odisha.
The father of the applicant must be a Licensed Fisherman in the state of Odisha.
The applicant must have passed the Higher Secondary School Examination.
The applicant must have secured at least 50% marks.
The school in which the applicant is admitted into must be recognized by the Govt. of Odisha.
The applicant must not be in receipt of any scholar or stipend except merit scholarship, from any sources.

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The child of the fisherman shall submit application in plain paper with copy of HSC Pass certificate and mark sheet and College Admission receipt through Asst. Fisheries Officers / Block Development Officer of the Block conceded to the District Fisheries Officers.
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The verification will be entrusted to the respective AFO or field functionaries who will verify the genuineness of the certificate ascertaining from the respective Headmaster of the School.
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The Headmaster of the High School will submit the list of eligible students to Asst. Fisheries Officers to facilitate selection.

Common questions

What Are The Objectives Of "Award Of Scholarship To Meritorious Children Of The Fisherman Community"?

The objective is to generate interest among the children of the fishermen community cash award incentive to the to the passouts of HSC exams.Which Department Of The Govt.

Of Odisha Launched This Scheme?

This scheme was launched by the Fisheries & Animal Resources Development Department of the Govt. of Odisha.

What Is The Maximum Amount Of Scholarship Available In This Scheme?

The scheme provides scholarship of upto ₹ 7500/- based on the Percentage of marks secured in HSC examination.

How Much Shall Be The Amount Of The Scholarship In Case The Percentage Of Marks Secured In HSC Examination Is 50% And Above?

In case the percentage of marks secured in HSC examination is 50% and above; the amount of the scholarship shall be ₹ 3,000/-.

How Much Shall Be The Amount Of The Scholarship In Case The Percentage Of Marks Secured In HSC Examination Is Between 60% And 69%?

In case the percentage of marks secured in HSC examination is between 60% and 69%; the amount of the scholarship shall be ₹ 5,000/-.

How Much Shall Be The Amount Of The Scholarship In Case The Percentage Of Marks Secured In HSC Examination Is 70% And Above?

In case the percentage of marks secured in HSC examination is is 70% and above; the amount of the scholarship shall be ₹ 7,500/-.

How Many Slots Are Available In This Scholarship Scheme?

The Budget provision under the scheme is to provide scholarship to 5510 numbers of meritorious children of fisher community.

What Shall Be The Mode Of Payment Of The Scholarship?

After admission in to higher course, the award will be awarded once to a child via DBT. This assistance will be extended over and above the prevailing scope by the School & Mass Education Department.

Where Can I Find The Link To The Scheme Guidelines?

The link to the scheme guidelines can be found at this link - https://fardodisha.gov.in/files/misc/5.%20Provision%20of%20Scholarship%20to%20Meritorious%20Children%20of%20Fishermen%20Community.pdf

Is Is Mandatory For The Applicant To Be A Bonafide Permanent Resident Of Odisha In Order To Be Eligible For The Scholarship?

Yes, being a bonafide permanent resident of Odisha is a mandatory condition for the scholarship.

Is There An Eligibility Criteria Regarding The Minimum Marks Secured In The HSC Examination?

Yes, in order to be eligible to apply for the scholarship, the applicant must have secured at least 50% marks in the HSC Examination.

What Document Are Required In Order To Apply To This Scholarship?

The following documents are required: 1. HSC Passing Certificate and Marksheet 2. Caste Certificate 3. Occupation Certificate (Affidavit) with Income Proof 4. College Admission Receipt 5. Bank Passbook Xerox 6. Aadhar Card Xerox 7.

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