How MP's Aawaas Sahayata scheme helps tribal students - FAQ's answered

For many tribal students in Madhya Pradesh, securing admission to a college is only half the battle. Finding affordable accommodation after failing to get a government hostel seat can often determine whether they continue their education or are forced to drop out.To bridge this gap, the Madhya Pradesh government's department of tribal affairs launched the Aawaas Sahayata scheme in 2016.The initiative provides financial assistance for private accommodation to eligible tribal students pursuing higher education away from their hometowns, ensuring that a lack of housing does not stand in the way of their academic aspirations.Who is eligible for the schemeTo qualify for the scheme, an applicant must meet the following conditions:The applicant must be a native of Madhya Pradesh and currently enrolled as a student. They must have passed 12th grade from either a government or non-government college, and be regularly admitted to a graduate, graduate diploma, or technical/paramedical course.