Pradhan Mantri Gramodaya Yojana — Shiksha (Education) — Eligibility, Documents & Apply 2026 | Sarkaari Saathi

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Pradhan Mantri Gramodaya Yojana — Shiksha (Education)

प्रधानमंत्री ग्रामोदय योजना — शिक्षा

Ministry of Human Resource Development

iAbout This Scheme

The education component of Pradhan Mantri Gramodaya Yojana (PMGY-Shiksha), launched in 2000-01, provided additional central assistance specifically for primary education and literacy to states for creation of new school buildings, appointment of additional teachers, and providing free textbooks. The component was a bridge before Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan was operationalised fully.

🎁Key Benefits

Additional central grants for primary school construction
Free textbooks to primary students
Additional teacher appointments in primary schools

✅Eligibility Criteria

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Programme completed — subsumed into SSA 2001-02

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📝How to Apply

Historical Scheme — No Active Application

This scheme has been discontinued. It has been superseded by newer programmes. Visit the successor scheme page or contact your district collector for current alternatives.

❓Frequently Asked Questions

What scholarships are available for school students?

Major schemes include: NSP (National Scholarship Portal) scholarships, Pre-Matric and Post-Matric scholarships for SC/ST/OBC/Minorities, Merit-cum-Means scholarships, and state-specific scholarships.

How to apply for central government education schemes?

Most central education schemes are applied through the National Scholarship Portal (scholarships.gov.in). Create an account, fill the application form, and upload required documents.

What is Samagra Shiksha?

Samagra Shiksha is an overarching scheme for school education that integrates Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan (SSA), Rashtriya Madhyamik Shiksha Abhiyan (RMSA), and Teacher Education. It focuses on quality education from pre-school to Class XII.

Is Mid-Day Meal free for all government school students?

Yes, PM-POSHAN (Mid-Day Meal) scheme provides free cooked meals to students of government and government-aided schools from Class 1 to 8, covering approximately 11.80 crore children across India.

Required Documents

This is a historical/discontinued scheme — no active application required
For research reference: consult Planning Commission archives or National Archives of India
Scheme records available at archive.india.gov.in

Editorial note: This page is researched, written, and regularly reviewed by the Aditya Raj Hirve using official government sources and notifications. Information is verified against the originating ministry or department portal before publication. Last reviewed: July 2026.

Always verify critical details directly from the official government portal before applying.

Pradhan Mantri Gramodaya Yojana — Shiksha (Education)

iAbout This Scheme

🎁Key Benefits

✅Eligibility Criteria

📝How to Apply

❓Frequently Asked Questions

Required Documents

Required Documents

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