Scholarship for Higher Education for Young Achievers Scheme (SHREYAS)
From FY 2021-22, Umbrella scheme namely ‘Scholarship for Higher Education for Young Achievers Scheme (SHREYAS)’ was conceptualized to ensure convergence of resources across the four smaller Central Sector Schemes of the Department catering to SC/OBC students desirous of pursuing higher education (in India and abroad) and/or obtaining employment in Group A/Group B services of center or State Governments. The four Components with the achievements of the scheme are: –
Since 2014-15 till date, Central Assistance amounting to Rs. 1628.89 Cr released to nearly 21066 students under the Scheme to provide fellowships in the form of financial assistance to students belonging to SC category to pursue higher studies leading to M.Phil/Ph.D in Science, Humanities, Social Science, in Indian Universities/Institutions/Colleges recognized by University Grants Commission (UGC).
