Details
The scheme “Free Supply of Text Book” by the Department of Education (DoE), Government of NCT of Delhi, aims to provide textbooks or cash in lieu of textbooks and writing material to students of Government and Aided Schools, ensuring equitable access to educational resources. The scheme offers financial assistance for purchasing textbooks and geometry boxes, with varying amounts based on class levels. Eligible beneficiaries include all students from Nursery to XII in Government and Aided Schools, irrespective of gender or income. The scheme is implemented by the Department of Education, GNCT of Delhi.
Benefits
Cash Subsidy for Textbooks and Writing Materials
Class 1st to 5th: ₹550/- per annum.
Class 6th, 7th, 11th, and 12th (Without Math): ₹800/- per annum.
Class 8th, 11th, and 12th (With Math): ₹830/- per annum.
Class 5th: ₹630/- per annum. Class 10th: ₹730/- per annum.
Additional Support
Cash subsidy of ₹30/- per student for classes VIII, IX, and X, and for students of classes XI and XII who opt for Mathematics, for purchasing a Geometry Box.
Mode of Disbursement
For Cash Subsidies: The amount is transferred directly to the student’s/parent’s bank account.
For Textbooks: The school distributes the books to eligible students.
Eligibility
The applicant should be a resident of Delhi.
The applicant should be a student from Nursery to Class 12th.
The applicant should be enrolled in a Government or Aided School in Delhi.
The applicant should be attending classes regularly according to school norms.
Exclusion
Students of private unaided schools are not eligible.
Application Process
LINK- https://edistrict.delhigovt.nic.in/
The scheme “Free Supply of Textbooks” does not require any formal application from students, as the process is managed by the school authorities. The school verifies the students’ enrollment and class details, compiles a list of eligible students, and submits it to the Department of Education.
Documents Required
Admission Proof (Fee Receipt or School ID Card)
Class-wise Enrollment Details
Bank Account Details
Frequently Asked Questions
Do students in private unaided schools qualify for this financial support?
Is there any income limit for families to avail this benefit?
Are students from all classes covered under this financial assistance program?
How much financial assistance is provided to students in Classes 1st to 5th?
What is the cash subsidy amount for students in Classes 6th and 7th without Mathematics?
How much support is given to students in Classes 11th and 12th who study Mathematics?
What additional benefit is provided to students in Classes VIII, IX, and X?
Is there any separate financial assistance for students in Class 5th?
What is the subsidy amount for students in Class 10th?
Do students need to apply separately to avail this financial assistance?
How is the financial assistance disbursed to eligible students?
Are there any documents required from students to receive the benefits?
Is the Geometry Box subsidy available for all students in Classes VIII to XII?
Does the scheme cover both textbooks and writing materials?
Can students from Aided Schools avail the same benefits as Government School students?
Is there any gender-based restriction for availing this financial assistance?
How frequently is the financial assistance provided under this scheme?
Is the Geometry Box subsidy provided in cash or as a physical item?
Do students in Class XII without Mathematics receive the same subsidy as those with Mathematics?