Meghalaya Introduces Financial Support for UPSC Aspirants
Boost to UPSC Aspirants: Meghalaya Offers ₹50K for Prelims, ₹1 Lakh for Mains
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The Meghalaya government has launched the CM-INSPIRE scheme to support UPSC Civil Services aspirants by providing ₹50,000 for clearing the Preliminary Examination and ₹1 lakh for the Mains. This initiative aims to increase youth participation in civil services and alleviate financial burdens associated with exam preparation.
- 01Meghalaya's CM-INSPIRE scheme offers financial aid to UPSC candidates.
- 02₹50,000 will be awarded for passing the Preliminary Examination.
- 03₹1 lakh will be granted for passing the Mains Examination.
- 04The initiative aims to improve representation of Meghalaya's youth in civil services.
- 05The Meghalaya Administrative Training Institute will manage applications and eligibility verification.
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On Tuesday, the Meghalaya government launched the CM-INSPIRE scheme to encourage local youth to pursue careers in civil services. Under this initiative, candidates who pass the UPSC Civil Services Preliminary Examination will receive ₹50,000, while those who clear the Mains Examination will be awarded ₹1 lakh. Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma emphasized the need to address the declining representation of Meghalaya's youth in civil services, stating that this program is a decisive step towards supporting their aspirations. The scheme aims to alleviate financial burdens associated with exam preparation, including coaching fees, study materials, and travel costs, particularly benefiting candidates from rural and underrepresented backgrounds. The Meghalaya Administrative Training Institute will oversee the application process, with comprehensive guidelines expected to be released soon. This initiative reflects a broader trend among state governments to enhance performance in national-level competitive exams, fostering a more supportive environment for aspiring civil servants in Meghalaya.
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This scheme aims to motivate more students from Meghalaya to pursue civil services, potentially increasing representation in administrative roles.
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