Merit Awards

Merit Awards

Funding by

State Government

Scheme objective

Awards are given to the top three disabled students, ranking 1st, 2nd and 3rd in S.S.C. and H.S.C. examinations

Eligibility criteria

Disabled persons/ beneficiaries ranking 1st, 2nd and 3rd in the S.S.C. and H.S.C. examinations

Category of Scheme

Education

Contact Office

Concern Regional Deputy Commissioner, Social Welfare Department

Beneficiary:

Government Decision of Social Justice Department dated 13.09.2022: According to the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act 2016, Students with disabilities in 21 disability categories.

Benefits:

The quantum of award is Rs.1000/- cash amount and a certificate. They are also compensated, up to Rs.100/- per student, for the travel expenses incurred to collect the award or be felicitated