The Divyangjan Scholarship Scheme 2025 is a welfare initiative by the Social Welfare Department, Government of Chhattisgarh, aimed at empowering differently-abled students through education. This scheme provides monthly financial assistance to students with 40% or more disability who are pursuing education from Class 1 to 12 or enrolled in college or technical institutions in the state. It ensures that children with disabilities have equal opportunities to learn and grow.
Key Highlights
• State: Chhattisgarh
• Department: Social Welfare Department
• Target Group: Differently-abled students (≥ 40% disability)
• Scholarship Type: Monthly financial assistance
• Applicable Level: Class 1 to 12, college, and technical schools
• Mode of Application: Offline
• Domicile Required: Yes (Chhattisgarh)
Benefit
Students who qualify under the Divyangjan Scholarship Scheme are eligible for monthly stipends as follows:
| Education Level | Monthly Scholarship Amount |
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| Class 1 to 5 | ₹150 |
| Class 6 to 8 | ₹170 |
| Class 9 to 12 | ₹190 |
Note: Students enrolled in colleges or technical institutions are also eligible, subject to fulfilling all other criteria.
Eligibility Criteria
• Must be a resident of Chhattisgarh
• Should be a regular student in school, college, or a technical institution
• Must be a person with disability (PwD) having minimum 40% disability
• No upper or lower age limit specified
• Must not be receiving similar financial aid under another scheme
Exclusions
• Students with disability below 40%
• Students who are not regular in attendance
• Students who do not reside in Chhattisgarh
• Incomplete applications or missing documents will be rejected
Application Process (Offline)
Step-by-Step Instructions:
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Download Application Form
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Download or collect the prescribed format of the application form
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Fill out the Application
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Complete the form with accurate personal, academic, and disability details
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Attach self-attested copies of the required documents
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Submit the Application
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Submit the filled application via the Head of Institution to:
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District Office of Social Welfare, or
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Janpad Panchayat Office
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Track & Acknowledge
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Request an acknowledgment from the submitting authority
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Note: The application must be submitted within the prescribed period as announced by the department.
Documents Required
• Disability Certificate (from a certified medical authority)
• Residence Proof (Aadhaar, Ration Card, or any govt. ID)
• Income Certificate
• Bonafide Certificate from school/college/technical institute
• Previous Academic Marksheet
• Bank Account Details (copy of passbook front page)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What are the monthly financial benefits provided to students under this scheme?
Students receive ₹150/- per month for 1st to 5th standard, ₹170/- per month for 6th to 8th standard, and ₹190/- per month for 9th to 12th standard. - What is the minimum disability percentage required to qualify for this scheme?
Applicants must have a disability of 40% or above to be eligible for the financial assistance. - Can students from any state apply for this scholarship scheme?
No, only students who are residents of Chhattisgarh are eligible to apply for this scheme. - What type of students are eligible to apply for this financial assistance?
Regular students enrolled in a school, college, or technical institution are eligible to apply. - Is there any specific format for submitting the application form?
Yes, applicants must use the prescribed format available on the official website of the Social Welfare Department, Government of Chhattisgarh. - Where should the completed application form be submitted?
The application form must be submitted to the District Office, Panchayat, or Social Welfare/Janpad Panchayat Office through the Head of the Institution. - What documents are required to apply for this financial assistance?
Applicants need a domicile certificate, disability certificate, proof of enrolment, and marksheets or passing certificates. - Is a domicile certificate mandatory for applying to this scheme?
Yes, applicants must provide a domicile certificate to prove their residency in Chhattisgarh. - Can a student with less than 40% disability apply for this scheme?
No, only students with a disability of 40% or above are eligible to apply. - Can students from technical schools apply for this financial assistance?
Yes, regular students enrolled in technical schools are eligible to apply. - Is there any age limit specified for applicants under this scheme?
No specific age limit is mentioned; however, applicants must be regular students in a school, college, or technical institution. - What is the process to obtain the application form for this scheme?
Applicants can download and print the prescribed application form from the official website of the Social Welfare Department, Government of Chhattisgarh.