The scheme "Opening and Maintenance of Boys and Girls Hostels” by the Adi Dravidar Welfare Dept, Government of Puducherry, provides boarding/lodging and hostel facilities to Schedu...
Conveyance Charges for 6 Times (3 Down and 3 Up) in a Year.
Eligibility (who can apply)
The applicant should be from a Scheduled Caste.
The applicant should be a Student.
The applicant should be a Native/Resident of the Union Territory of Puducherry for not less than 5 years.
For Other Economically Backward Classes, the Income of the parent/guardian should not exceed â‚ą 75,000/-.
The Parent/Guardian of the applicant should not be living within a radius of 5 km from the hostel.
How to Apply
**Online**
**Step 1:** Visit the [Official Website](https://edistrict.py.gov.in/) of the e-District Portal of the Government of Puducherry.
**Step 2:** At the top right corner of the home page, click "[Login](https://edistrict.py.gov.in/Login.aspx)".
In the login screen, click "[Register a New Membership](https://edistrict.py.gov.in/User/Registration.aspx)".
**Step 3:** On the Registration Page, fill in all the mandatory fields: Username, Password, Confirm Password, Personal Details (Full Name, First Name, Email Address, Address, Current Address, Gender, Date of Birth, Mobile Number).
Agree to the declaration.
Fill in the Captcha Code, and click "Signup".
**Step 4:** Visit the [Official Website](https://edistrict.py.gov.in/) of the e-District Portal of the Government of Puducherry.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for Opening and Maintenance of Boys and Girls Hostels / what is the eligibility?
1. The applicant should be from a Scheduled Caste.
1. The applicant should be a Student.
1. The applicant should be a Native/Resident of the Union Territory of Puducherry for not less than 5 years.
1. For Other Economically Backward Classes, the Income of the parent/guardian should not exc...
What are the benefits of Opening and Maintenance of Boys and Girls Hostels?
- Free Lodging.
- Free Boarding.
- Cash Payment in Lieu of 2 Pairs of Clothing.
- Conveyance Charges for 6 Times (3 Down and 3 Up) in a Year.
How to apply online for Opening and Maintenance of Boys and Girls Hostels?
**Online**
**Step 1:** Visit the [Official Website](https://edistrict.py.gov.in/) of the e-District Portal of the Government of Puducherry.
**Step 2:** At the top right corner of the home page, click "[Login](https://edistrict.py.gov.in/Login.aspx)". In the login screen, click &q...