Free Books Scheme for Scheduled Caste Students Pursuing Higher Education
✓ Information verified — April 2026This scheme is run by the Department of Higher Education, Government of Haryana, to help Scheduled Caste (SC) students continue their studies in college. It provides financial help to buy books and study materials. The scheme started on 1st July 2008 and aims to encourage more SC students to pursue higher education in government colleges.
What You Get
- ₹2,000 per year to buy books and study materials
- Available to SC students enrolled in government colleges
- Direct financial assistance for educational resources
Who Can Apply
- Age: 16–60 years
- Residence: Haryana residents only
- Student must belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) category
- Must be enrolled in a government college in Haryana
- Must be pursuing higher education (undergraduate or postgraduate)
- Student should be a resident of Haryana
Documents Needed
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- 1. Aadhaar Card
- 2. SC Certificate
- 3. College Enrollment Certificate
- 4. Bank Passbook
- 5. Identity Proof
How to Apply
- 1Check your eligibility criteria above
- 2Gather all required documents listed below
- 3Visit the official portal (linked below)
- 4Fill the application form online / offline
- 5Submit the form and note your application reference number
- 6Track status on the official portal or visit nearest CSC
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Quick Facts
- Scheme Level
- Haryana
- Category
- Education
- Target Gender
- All genders
- Age Group
- 16–60 years
- Application
- Check portal
- Last Updated
- 26 Apr 2026
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