About this science scheme
It aims to provide students from classes 6 to 12 of government/non-government schools in six border districts of the state (Uttarkashi, Chamoli, Rudraprayag, Champawat, Bageshwar,Pithoragarh) with an opportunity to participate in science competitions & to promote scientific awareness in these areas.
The scheme “Seemant Parvatiya Janpad Baal Vigyan Mahotsav” is implemented by the Uttarakhand State Council for Science and Technology (UCOST) under the Science and Technology Department, Government of Uttarakhand. It aims to provide students from classes 6 to 12 of government/non-government schools in the remote and border districts of the state an opportunity to participate in various science competitions and promote scientific awareness in these areas.
Benefits at a glance
| Scheme name | Seemant Parvatiya Janpad Baal Vigyan Mahotsav (SPJBVM) |
|---|---|
| Launched by | Science And Technology |
| Benefit type | In kind (goods, services or support, not cash) |
| Category | Science |
| Level / State | State · Uttarakhand |
| Official portal | uk.gov.in (see References at the end) |
Key facts
| Implementing agency | Uttarakhand State Council For Science And Technology |
|---|---|
| Scheme for | Individual |
| Application mode | Offline |
| Last date | Not given in the official listing |
| DBT (direct bank transfer) | No |
Who can apply (quick check)
- 👤All genders
- 🎂Age 10 to 21 years
- 💍Never Married
- 🎓Students only
- 📝Offline
Quick check from official data. Full conditions are in the Eligibility section.
What you receive
Under this, special opportunities are provided to child scientists from the border hill districts to participate in various state-level science competitions and to promote scientific awareness through activities in remote border areas.
Who qualifies
- The applicant must be a student from classes 6 to 12, studying in a government or non-government school in any of the six border districts of the state: Uttarkashi, Chamoli, Rudraprayag, Champawat, Bageshwar, or Pithoragarh.
Papers to keep ready
Documents are required as per the guidelines of the science competition (Vigyan Mahotsav).
Registration walkthrough
Offline
All students from classes 6th to 12th can participate at the block level. The students selected at the block level then participate at the district level, and those selected at the district level get an opportunity to participate at the state level.
Frequently asked questions
Who can participate in this Mahotsav?
Students from Class 6 to Class 12 studying in government or non-government schools located in the border districts of Uttarakhand can participate.
Which are the border districts covered under this scheme?
The scheme covers six border districts of Uttarakhand: Uttarkashi, Chamoli, Rudraprayag, Champawat, Bageshwar, and Pithoragarh.
How is the competition structured?
The competition is organized in three levels – Block Level, District Level, and State Level. Students selected at each level move on to compete at the next stage.
What happens at the block level competition?
At the block level, all interested students from Classes 6 to 12 can participate in science-based activities. Winners from this level qualify for the district-level competition.
How does this scheme benefit border and remote districts?
It promotes scientific awareness and education among students from geographically challenging and remote areas, motivating them to pursue science and technology as a career.
How are the participants selected for the Mahotsav?
Students first participate at the block level, followed by the district level, and then selected students advance to participate at the state level competitions.
References and official sources
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