This Unique Government Scheme Offers Rs 1 Lakh for UPSC Students- Key Details You Need to Know Before Applying
Students preparing for the UPSC exam often face financial difficulties. To support them, the Telangana government has launched an important scheme. Recently, Telangana Chief Minister K. Chandrashekar Rao announced the ‘Rajiv Gandhi Civils Abhay Hastham Yojana’ for candidates who pass the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) preliminary examination. Under this scheme, candidates from Telangana who clear the UPSC prelims will receive an assistance amount of Rs 1 lakh to help with their preparation for the Mains exam. Let us take a closer look at the details of this scheme.
What is Rajiv Gandhi Civils Abhay Hastam Yojana?
The Rajiv Gandhi Civils Abhay Hastam Yojana is a scheme launched by the Telangana government to help UPSC aspirants overcome financial difficulties during their preparation. The scheme provides financial assistance of Rs 1 lakh to candidates who pass the UPSC preliminary examination, helping them with coaching, study materials, and other resources for the UPSC main examination.
How will the Money be Given Under the Scheme?
Under this scheme, financial assistance will be provided through Singareni Collieries Company Limited (SCCL)SCCL, a coal mining company under the Government of Telangana, will provide the funds to students who pass the UPSC prelims. This initiative is part of the company’s broader program to support education and development.
Who Can Avail the Scheme?
To be eligible for the Rajiv Gandhi Civils Abhay Hastam Yojanathe following criteria must be met:
- You must have passed the UPSC preliminary examination,
- You should belong to any of the following categories: General (EWS), Backward Classes, SC, or ST,
- You must be a permanent resident of Telangana,
- The annual family income should be less than Rs 8 lakh,
- Financial assistance will be given only onceeven if the candidate appears for the Civil Services Examination multiple times.
Required Documents to Apply
To apply for the scheme, you will need the following documents:
- Proof of passing the UPSC preliminary examination.
- Proof of residence in Telangana (eg, Aadhar card, voter ID).
- Educational certificate.
- Mobile no.
- Bank account details for transferring the amount.
- Passport-size photo.
How to Apply?
Follow these steps to apply for the scheme:
- Visit the official website created by the Telangana government for the Rajiv Gandhi Civils Abhaya Hastam Yojana.
- Click on the ‘Apply Now’ option.
- An application form will appear on the screen.
- Fill in your name, mobile number, email ID, and other required details.
- After completing the form, click on the submit button.
This scheme is a great initiative to support UPSC aspirants from Telangana, ensuring financial hurdles don’t stop them from achieving their goals.
