Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) on Scholarship:
Q.1 When can I apply for the SD-SEED Scholarship?
Ans. The announcement of the Scholarship enrolment process begins in August. The date is published in newspapers and on our website www.sdseed.in
Q.2 I am receiving a Scholarship from the State and Central Govt. Am I eligible for SD-SEED Scholarship?
Ans. Yes, you are eligible
Q.3 What is the difference between RENEWAL & NEW Beneficiary?
Ans. Renewal Beneficiaries, are those beneficiaries who have been awarded scholarship in the previous year and are re-applying this year.
New Beneficiaries, are those students who are applying this year for the first time.
Q.4 What is the application criteria for Renewal & New Beneficiaries
Ans. The application criteria for Renewal beneficiaries is :
1. Students should pass all subjects of the last exam.
2. A maximum of one subject ATKT is permitted
3. Students in the 2nd year DT Ed. are not eligible to apply for renewal.
The criteria for new beneficiary applications
o Student should be resident of Jalgaon District
o Passed Std. 10th and above exams in the first attempt
o Combined annual income of the family should be less than Rs.2Lacs
o Physically challenged students will get special preference
Eligibility Percentage
o Std. 10th: Rural Area – Min 85% & Urban Area – Min 90%
o Std. 12th: Rural Area – Min 70% & Urban Area – Min 75% OR
o Students appeared for MH-CET or equivalent Exam:Std. 10 - NA & Std. 12th - Min 120 Marks
Q.5 How do I apply
Ans. For RENEWAL Beneficiaries:
(1) Link for the Online Scholarship is available on our website
(2) Click on this link to open the Instruction Page. Please read instructions carefully.
(3) At the bottom of the page, enter your Beneficiary Code Number, to access the Application page.
(4) After entering the required information and saving the first page of the Application, you will receive a system generated Log-in ID & Password.
(5) Please note down this Log-in ID & Password for further use.
For NEW Beneficiaries:
(1) You need have to fill Scholarship Form manually, which is available at our Office
(2) Your completed form will be reviewed by our Selection Committee.
(3) If approved, our Associate will call you to our Office to fill the Online Scholarship Form.
(4) At this time, you will be given your beneficiary code, which you will use for filling the form and to avail other benefits.
Q.6 Can I save my application and continue later?
Ans. Yes! You may save your scholarship application and continue it later with your Log-in ID and Password.
Q.7 What should I do if I receive an error message while filling out the Scholarship Application?
Ans. If you receive an error message, please follow the instructions in the error message and contact SD-SEED Helpline No. 0257-2235254 during office hours (9.30 am to 6.30 pm).
Q.8 How do I know that my online Scholarship Application is filled and submitted successfully ?
Ans. Once you complete your Application, an Acknowledgement Receipt will be displayed on the screen. This indicates your application is successfully submitted.
Q.9 Can I make changes to my Scholarship Application after it is submitted?
Ans. No changes are allowed in the application form after submission
Q.10 Can I submit a Paper Application since I don’t have regular access to a computer to submit the Scholarship Application Online?
Ans. If you are unable to complete the Application online, please visit our SD-SEED and our Associates will help you complete your Online Application.
Q.11 What is the last date of submission of Scholarship Application Form?
Ans. The last date for submission will be announced on our website.
Q.12 Will I be able to submit my Scholarship Application after the last date?
Ans. No. The online application link will be discontinued after the last date.
Q.13 Should I include letters of recommendation?
Ans. Please do not attach any letters of recommendation .
Q.14 If awarded, how will I receive my Scholarship?
Ans. The Scholarship amount will be transferred to your Bank Account as per the Bank Details given in the Application.
Q.15 Who makes the decision to award the Scholarships ?
Ans. The Selection Committee comprising of renowned and eminent personalities scrutinizes and decides on awarding scholarship.
Q.16 How does SD-SEED choose a Beneficiary?
Ans. The Selection Committee thoroughly reviews every application, if required, visits the student’s residence, thus ensuring deserving and eligible beneficiaries are awarded the scholarship.
Q.17 What is Beneficiary Code ? What benefits I may avail suing the beneficiary code ?
Ans. The Beneficiary Code is a unique number generated on approval of your Scholarship Application. You may use this Code to avail multiple assistance benefits and attractive discounts provided by SD-SEED.
The benefits are :
1. Assistance in Educational Loan from Banks or other Financial Institutions
2. Assistance in Hostel Accommodation in other towns & cities
3. Discount in Library Membership
4. Discount in Coaching Classes Fees
5. Discount in Purchase of Books, Uniforms, Stationery & other Educational Material
6. Free Medical Aid
7. Coaching for Public & other Competitive Examinations
8. Career Guidance Session, etc
Q.18 What does my Scholarship include?
Ans. The Scholarship includes financial assistance together with attractive discounts and assistance provided by SD-SEED thru tie-ups with various Organizations. You can avail all the benefits with your Beneficiary Code as listed above.
Q.19 Using my Beneficiary Code, how long can I avail SD-SEED benefits?
Ans. Beneficiaries can avail benefits provided by SD SEED as long as they are studying.
Q.20 If I have a question that is not addressed here, whom should I contact?
Ans. Please contact SD-SEED Helpline No. 0257-2235254 during office hours (9.30 am to 6.30 pm)
