Award Scheme for Candidates Selected in NDA, IMA, OTA, INA, IAF
Under this scheme, a one-time award of ₹50,000/- is given to each candidate from Uttarakhand who has been selected for service at premier defence academies such as the NDA, IMA, OTA, INA, and IAF.
About This Scheme
The scheme “Award Scheme for Candidates Selected in NDA, IMA, OTA, INA, IAF” was introduced by the Higher Education Department, Government of Uttarakhand. This scheme aims to recognize and reward candidates from Uttarakhand who have been selected for service at premier defence academies such as NDA, IMA, OTA, INA, and IAF.
Benefits
Award Amount: ₹50,000/- per candidate
Eligibility Criteria
The candidate must be a native or permanent resident of Uttarakhand.
The candidate should have been selected for service at one of the premier defence academies, such as National Defence Academy (NDA), Indian Military Academy (IMA), Officers Training Academy (OTA), Indian Naval Academy (INA) or Indian Air Force (IAF).
The applicant must either be currently undergoing training at the respective academy or have been formally inducted into the defence service.
The candidate must have successfully completed the relevant training and course.
Application Process
Apply Offline
Candidates must apply after being selected for the service and completing their training. They should download the application form from the Department of Higher Education’s website at
https://he.uk.gov.in
/ and attach the following documents: the candidate’s Aadhaar card, PAN card, bank account details, permanent residence certificate, appointment letter, training certificate, proof of joining after training (if applicable), and a declaration stating that they have not previously availed the benefit of this scheme.
The completed application form, along with the attached documents, must be submitted to the Directorate of Higher Education, Haldwani. After preliminary scrutiny of applications at the Directorate level, an amount of ₹50,000 is released from the government every six months.
Official Source: View on myScheme.gov.in
Benefits
Award Amount: ₹50,000/- per candidate
Application Process
Apply Offline
Candidates must apply after being selected for the service and completing their training. They should download the application form from the Department of Higher Education’s website at https://he.uk.gov.in
/ and attach the following documents: the candidate’s Aadhaar card, PAN card, bank account details, permanent residence certificate, appointment letter, training certificate, proof of joining after training (if applicable), and a declaration stating that they have not previously availed the benefit of this scheme.
The completed application form, along with the attached documents, must be submitted to the Directorate of Higher Education, Haldwani. After preliminary scrutiny of applications at the Directorate level, an amount of ₹50,000 is released from the government every six months.
References & Official Links
Scheme Details
| Full Name | Award Scheme for Candidates Selected in NDA, IMA, OTA, INA, IAF |
| Short Title | ASCS |
| Level | State |
| Scheme For | Individual |
| Categories | Education & Learning |
| States | Uttarakhand |
| Gender | All |
| Area | Both |
| Source | www.myscheme.gov.in ↗ |
Deepika Raikwar · 📅 29 Apr 2026
Deepika Raikwar is an Education Analyst and scholarship researcher who focuses on public welfare and merit-based scholarships. She simplifies complex eligibility rules, deadlines, and application processes to help common people access reliable funding opportunities worldwide.
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