About the Program
The Free Coaching for DNT Students under the SEED (Scheme for Economic Empowerment of DNTs) is an initiative by the Development and Welfare Board for De-notified, Nomadic, and Semi-Nomadic Communities (DWBDNC) under the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of India. It aims to provide high-quality coaching to students belonging to De-notified Tribes (DNT), Nomadic Tribes (NT), and Semi-Nomadic Tribes (SNT), empowering them to succeed in competitive examinations and secure suitable employment in the public or private sector.
Under this program, students from the above-mentioned categories who are currently in Class 12 or have already passed Class 12 are eligible to receive coaching fees of up to INR 1,20,000 along with additional benefits, to prepare for examinations such as NEET, JEE Main, CLAT, NDA, TOEFL, SAT, CA-CPT, RRB, Banking, Insurance, State Police, and CPL Courses.
This scheme has been formulated by the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment under the Scheme for Economic Empowerment of DNTs (SEED) to promote the development and welfare of DNT, NT, and SNT communities.
About Development and Welfare Board for the De-notified, Nomadic, and Semi-Nomadic Communities (DWBDNC)
The De-notified, Nomadic and Semi-Nomadic Tribes (DNTs) are among the most neglected, marginalised and economically and socially deprived communities in the country.
The constitution of the Development and Welfare Board for the De-notified, Nomadic, and Semi-Nomadic Communities (DWBDNC) by the Government is among the most significant steps taken in recent years to facilitate socio-economic empowerment of DNTs.
About the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of India
The Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment is responsible for the welfare, social justice, and empowerment of disadvantaged and marginalised sections of society, including Scheduled Castes, Backward Classes, Persons with Disabilities, Senior Citizens, and Victims of Drug Abuse. The primary objective of the Ministry's policies, programs, laws, and institutions is to integrate these target groups into the mainstream of development by making them self-reliant.
What is the Eligibility
- Open for students belonging to De-notified, Nomadic, and Semi-Nomadic Tribes or those from caste/communities listed state-wise here (For community list read here समुदायों की सूची पढ़ने के लिए यहां क्लिक करे).
- Applicants must be willing to pursue coaching for competitive examinations such as NEET, JEE Main, CLAT, NDA, TOEFL, SAT, CA-CPT, RRB, Banking, Insurance, State Police, and CPL Courses.
- Candidates must have passed Class 12 or are currently studying in Class 12 to be eligible for this scheme.
- Students must have secured the minimum marks required in the competitive exam for which coaching is sought, as per the guidelines of that exam.
- The annual family income of the applicants must be less than or equal to ₹8,00,000.
- Applicants should not be availing of similar benefits (waiver for coaching classes) from any other Central Government or State Government Scheme.
Note:
- Students belonging to the communities listed are eligible only if they possess a valid DNT/NT/SNT certificate or if their caste certificate explicitly mentions that they belong to a De-notified, Nomadic, or Semi-Nomadic Tribe (DNT/NT/SNT) from the Tehsildar/BDO/any competent authority. (Click here to see the list)
- If the student has not yet appeared for the exam or if the result has not been declared, marks from the previous exam (Board exam) will be considered.
- For exams with two stages (Preliminary and Mains), priority will be given to students who have qualified at least once in the Preliminary stage.
- A student can avail the benefits under the scheme a maximum of two times, regardless of the number of attempts allowed for the competitive examination.
- Students may enroll in any coaching institute of their choice, either online or offline.
- Applicants are not required to pay any fee to apply for the program. The entire application process is free of cost. For more details read here.
How to Apply
- Click on the ‘Apply Now’ button below.
- Log in to Buddy4Study with your registered ID and land on the ‘Application Form Page’.
- If you are not registered, you can register using your email, mobile, or Gmail account.
- You will now be redirected to the ‘Free Coaching for DNT Students under the SEED (Scheme for Economic Empowerment of DNTs) 2025-26’ application form page.
- Click on the ‘Start Application’ button and fill in the required details in the online application form.
- Upload relevant documents and accept the ‘Terms and Conditions’ and click on ‘Preview’.
- If all the details filled in by the applicant are correctly showing on the preview screen, click the ‘Submit’ button to complete the application process.
Important Dates
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Benefits
1. Coaching Fees Assistance:
Maximum Fee and Minimum Duration for Free Coaching for DNT Students under the SEED (Scheme for Economic Empowerment of DNTs)
|
S. No. |
Course |
Maximum Total Course Fee |
Minimum Duration of the course (in months) |
|
1 |
RRB and State Police |
₹40,000 |
6 months |
|
2 |
Banking/Insurance/CLAT |
₹50,000 |
6 months |
|
3 |
JEE Main and NEET |
₹1,20,000 |
9 months (not exceeding 12 months) |
|
4 |
TOEFL/SAT |
₹35,000 |
3 months |
|
5 |
CA-CPT |
₹75,000 |
9 months |
|
6 |
CPL Courses |
₹30,000 |
6 months |
|
7 |
NDA |
₹50,000 |
3 months |
Note:
- A minimum of 16 hours of physical coaching per week will be mandatory for all the above courses.
- The exams mentioned above are based on the class 12 level only.
2. Stipend For Students:
|
S.No. |
Category |
Amount |
Duration |
|
1 |
Local students attending the coaching institute |
₹1,500 per month |
For one year or until the completion of the course duration, whichever is shorter. |
|
2 |
Outstation students attending the coaching institute |
₹4,000 per month |
For one year or until the completion of the course duration, whichever is shorter. |
3. Special Allowance:
A special allowance of ₹2,000 per month will be provided to students with disabilities for expenses such as reader allowance, escort allowance, and helper allowance. To receive this special allowance, students must have a valid disability certificate indicating a disability of 40% or more. This allowance will be provided for the duration of the course or for one year, whichever is less.
NOTE:
- These limits for fees, stipend, special allowances, etc., will be subject to periodic review by the competent authorities in MoSJE, in accordance with the practices and rates followed by other departments/ministries of the central government.
- Fees must be paid to the tuition provider within 3 months of receiving the first installment; otherwise, the second installment of this scheme will be withheld and the first installment must be returned to the government.
- The benefits provided under this program are strictly meant for coaching and other purposes as specified above. Any misuse or utilization of the funds for purposes other than those mentioned will lead to disqualification from the scheme.
Required Documents
- Recent passport-size photograph (4.5 cm X 3.5 cm, size below 100 KB)
- Proof of identity (Voter ID Card, Birth Certificate, Ration Card, etc.)
- DNT/NT/SNT certificate or if their caste certificate explicitly mentions that they belong to a De-notified, Nomadic, or Semi-Nomadic Tribe (DNT/NT/SNT) from the Tehsildar/BDO/any competent authority. (Click here to see the list)
- Class 12th mark sheet (for students who have passed class 12th)
- Current year admission proof (for student studying in class 12th)
- Proof of family income (any one of the following):
- An income certificate issued by a Revenue Officer, not below the rank of Tehsildar
- Employed parents/guardians must obtain an income certificate from their employer
- Employed parents/guardians should also obtain a consolidated certificate from the Revenue Officer for any additional source of income
- Bank account details of the applicant, linked to their Aadhaar card
- Bank passbook copy
- Admission confirmation/assurance letter from the coaching institute, preferably stating the fees
- A declaration stating that the applicant is not availing of a monetary aid from any other similar Central/State Government scheme
- Disability certificate issued by the concerned authority (indicating a disability of 40% or more), if applicable
Selection Criteria
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Contact Details
Email: mosje@buddy4study.com
Phone: 080-474-95118
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