Puducherry Award of Attendance Scholarship to Girl Students in the Middle Stage of Education

The Award of Attendance Scholarship for Girl Students in the Middle Stage of Education 2025, launched by the Department of Information & Publicity, Union Territory of Puducherry, aims to encourage girls aged 11 to 14 to continue their education and reduce school dropout rates. By providing a small yet significant financial incentive, the government is promoting better attendance and supporting the educational journey of girl students studying in Government, Government-Aided, or recognized Private Schools.

Scheme Key Highlights (Short Summary)

• Region: Union Territory of Puducherry
• Implementing Department: Department of Information & Publicity, Government of Puducherry
• Target Group: Girl students aged 11 to 14 years
• Scholarship Amount: ₹200 per annum per student
• Mode of Disbursement: Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) via Public Financial Management System (PFMS)
• Application Mode: Both Online and Offline

Benefits

• Financial assistance of ₹200 per annum per eligible girl student
• Amount directly credited to the Aadhaar-linked bank account of the student
• Encouragement to maintain 97% or above attendance
• Aimed at increasing enrolment and reducing dropout rates among girl students

Eligibility Criteria

• Must be a citizen of India
• Must be a native of Puducherry by birth or continuous residence of not less than five years
• Must be a girl student aged between 11 to 14 years
• Must be studying in a Government, Government Aided, or Government-recognized Private School in Puducherry
• Must not belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) or Scheduled Tribe (ST) categories
• Annual family income must be ₹75,000/- or below
• Must have secured 97% or above attendance in the preceding academic year

Exclusions

• Girls belonging to Scheduled Castes/Scheduled Tribes are not eligible under this scheme (they may avail other scholarships)
• Students below 11 years or above 14 years are not eligible
• Students with attendance below 97% in the previous year are disqualified

Application Process

Online Application

1. Visit Puducherry e-District Portal.

2. Click on “Login” and then “Register a New Membership“.

3. Complete registration with Username, Password, Personal Details, and Captcha.

4. After registration, login using your credentials.

5. Choose the scheme “Award of Attendance Scholarship for Girl Students” under the relevant department.

6. Fill in all mandatory fields in the application form.

7. Upload scanned copies of all required documents.

8. Agree to the declaration and submit the application.

9. Save the application number for future tracking.

Track Your Application here.

Offline Application

• Obtain the application form from your school administration or District Office.

• Fill out the form accurately.

• Attach required documents and submit it to the Head of the Institution.

• The Head of the Institution will forward it to the concerned department for processing.

Documents Required

• Nativity/Citizenship/Residential Certificate (issued by Revenue Department)
• Income Certificate
• Birth Certificate for proof of age
• Stamp-sized Photograph
• Aadhaar Card
• Secondary School Leaving Certificate (SSLC) (if applicable)
• Public Information Certificate (PIC) (if applicable)
• Attendance Sheet (signed by the competent authority)

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

• Can a student from a Government-recognized Private School apply for this scholarship?
  Yes, students from Government-recognized Private Schools in Puducherry are eligible to apply for the scholarship.
• Can applicants submit the online application from any location, or is it restricted to specific places?
  The online application can be submitted from any location with internet access.
• Is there any preference given to applicants based on academic performance?
  The information provided doesn’t mention any preference based on academic performance.
• What happens if an applicant fails to maintain the required attendance percentage in the preceding year?
  Failure to maintain the required attendance percentage may disqualify the applicant from receiving the scholarship.
• How can applicants track the status of their online application?
  Applicants can track their application status using the application number received on their Registered Mobile Number or Email ID.
• Is there any application fee associated with applying for this scholarship?
  No application fee is associated with applying for this scholarship.
• Can applicants edit the information provided in the online application after submission?
  Once submitted, applicants cannot edit the information. Therefore, it’s crucial to ensure accuracy before submission.
• What is the role of the Head of the Institution in the offline application process?
  The Head of the Institution verifies and signs the application form, and then sends the applications to the Directorate of School Education through Google Forms.
• Can a girl from any school in Puducherry apply, or are there specific types of schools mentioned in the eligibility criteria?
  The applicant should be studying in a Government, Government Aided, or a Government-recognized Private School in Puducherry.
• Is there a specific income criterion for eligibility?
  Yes, applicants must have an annual family income of ₹75,000 or below to be eligible for the scholarship.
• How is the scholarship amount disbursed to the eligible students?
  The scholarship amount is disbursed directly into Aadhaar-seeded bank accounts through DBT and PFMS.
• What are the benefits offered under this scholarship scheme?
  The scholarship provides ₹200 per annum per student, disbursed directly into Aadhaar-seeded bank accounts through DBT and PFMS.

Sources and References

• Guidelines
• Track Your Application