SHRESHTA Scheme

Objectives of SHRESHTA Scheme

Official Press

12 Aug 2025

The SHRESHTA Scheme aims to provide financial assistance to NGOs for educational projects benefiting Scheduled Castes (SC) students. It includes residential and non-residential schools and hostels for primary and secondary education. Revised in 2021-22, it now features a component for meritorious SC students to access quality education in top residential high schools through a national entrance test. The scheme seeks to enhance educational opportunities and socio-economic upliftment for SCs in underserved areas.

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