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Anundoram Borooah Cash / Laptop Award Scheme (Assam)

Merit award scheme providing high-configuration laptops or ₹16,000 cash award to students scoring 75% and above in the HSLC (Class 10) examinations conducted by SEBA.

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Official Nodal Portal:secondaryeducation.assam.gov.in

Quick Eligibility Snapshot

👤 Age 14–18 yrs💰 No income ceiling⚖ All genders🏛 All categories📍 Assam
Government Levelstate Government
Administering BodyDepartment of Social Welfare, Government of Assam
Beneficiary Sector
Applicable Jurisdiction

₹Benefits & Entitlement Breakdown

Free high-performance brand-name laptop pre-loaded with digital educational materials, or a direct bank transfer of ₹16,000 in lieu of laptop.

📊Budget Allocation & Beneficiary Reach

Fiscal Budget Allocation

₹110 Crore under Secondary Education Department

Official Budget Document ↗
Verified Beneficiary Reach

Over 22,000 meritorious students awarded annually

As of: 2026-01-20PIB / Official Citation ↗

Verified Eligibility Criteria

Age Requirement:14 to 18 years
Annual Family Income Ceiling:No gross income ceiling specified
Target Occupations:school student, high school student
Eligible Gender:all
Social Category / Reservation:all
Specific Operational Conditions & Exclusions:

Must be a bona fide resident of the state with valid documentation.

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Required Documents Checklist

Verify readiness before applying for Anundoram Borooah Cash / Laptop Award Scheme (Assam). Check off your papers or print this list before visiting your local CSC / Cyber Cafe.

Mandatory Documents(3)

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Application Effort & Process Friction

Readiness assessment derived from official prerequisites, mandatory documentation, and submission channels.

Easy to Access (1/10)
•Hybrid process (online application + physical verification)
•3 mandatory supporting documents required

Effort scores reflect portal accessibility, mandatory document burden, and physical verification requirements.

How to Apply

🌐 Online Portal Route🏢 Physical / CSC Route
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Government Application Safety Advisory:Application for this welfare program is processed exclusively on official government infrastructure (secondaryeducation.assam.gov.in). Never pay registration charges or advance processing fees to unauthorized third-party agents. Central and State welfare scheme applications do not require paying private intermediaries.
  1. 1

    Apply online via ARBAS portal (arbas.assam.gov.in) upon declaration of SEBA HSLC results.

  2. 2

    Enter Class 10 roll number, date of birth, and bank account details.

  3. 3

    School Inspector verifies candidate identity.

  4. 4

    Direct cash credit via DBT or laptop distribution at district headquarters.

✅Before You Begin — Pre-Application Checklist

✓Ensure Aadhaar is linked with active mobile number
✓Bank account is NPCI-mapped (Aadhaar-seeded) for DBT
✓Check if you already receive a similar Central scheme benefit
✓Keep documents ready: income/caste/domicile certificates as applicable

⚠️Common Rejection Reasons — Avoid These

Scoring below 75% in SEBA HSLC exams or passing through non-state examination boards.

Official Government Application Portal

You will be redirected to the secure official portal: secondaryeducation.assam.gov.in

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Frequently Asked Questions (Officially Sourced)

Verified answers sourced directly from official circulars, gazettes, and portal FAQs. Never AI-invented.

What is the marks threshold to get the Anundoram Borooah award?

Students must secure 75% or higher in the Class 10 HSLC exam conducted by the Secondary Education Board of Assam (SEBA).

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

Can students choose between a laptop and cash?

The government provides either the physical laptop device or ₹16,000 via direct bank transfer depending on procurement guidelines.

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

Are students from private schools eligible?

Yes, all students appearing through SEBA-affiliated schools (both government and private) are eligible.

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

Can I track my Anundoram Borooah Cash / Laptop Award Scheme (Assam) application status?

Application status for Anundoram Borooah Cash / Laptop Award Scheme (Assam) can typically be tracked through the official portal at secondaryeducation.assam.gov.in using your Aadhaar number, application reference number, or registered mobile number. Alternatively, contact the scheme helpline or visit your nearest Common Service Centre (CSC).

What should I do if my Anundoram Borooah Cash / Laptop Award Scheme (Assam) payment is delayed or rejected?

First, verify your Aadhaar-bank account seeding status on the NPCI mapper (npci.org.in). If seeding is confirmed and payment is still pending, register a complaint on the Central Public Grievance Redressal System at pgportal.gov.in. You may also file an RTI application at rtionline.gov.in to obtain official rejection reasons within 30 days.

Is there an income tax implication for receiving Anundoram Borooah Cash / Laptop Award Scheme (Assam) benefits?

Agricultural income and certain welfare subsidies may be exempt from income tax under Section 10 of the Income Tax Act, 1961. Tax treatment varies by scheme type and beneficiary income level. Consult a certified tax practitioner or visit incometax.gov.in for scheme-specific tax guidance.

Common Rejection Reasons & Warnings

Scoring below 75% in SEBA HSLC exams or passing through non-state examination boards.

Editorial Verification & Change Log

Scheme verification and change history
DateFieldDescription / UpdateSource Citation
2026-10-19scheme_typestateOfficial Source ↗
2026-10-06ministry_id211Official Source ↗
2026-09-28initial_verificationBaseline verification of Anundoram Borooah Cash / Laptop Award Scheme (Assam) from official state portal.Official Source ↗
2026-09-28initial_verificationBaseline verification of Anundoram Borooah Cash / Laptop Award Scheme (Assam) from official state portal.Official Source ↗

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Application Window & Deadlines

Continuous online and district facilitation desk intake

Scheme Intelligence

How is this calculated? ↗
Data ConfidenceVerified (95%)

Verified 21d ago from official source

Access FrictionEasy to Access

Apply online with minimal documents

How to Apply🔀Online & In-Person
Scale & Impact
👥Over 22,000 meritorious students awarded annually (as of 2026-01-20)
₹₹110 Crore under Secondary Education Department budget allocation
📅Running since 2005
🔄4 verified updates — actively maintained

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📅Scheme Milestone Timeline

2026-10-19scheme_type

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2026-10-06ministry_id

211

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2026-09-28initial_verification

Baseline verification of Anundoram Borooah Cash / Laptop Award Scheme (Assam) fr...

Official Source ↗
2026-09-28initial_verification

Baseline verification of Anundoram Borooah Cash / Laptop Award Scheme (Assam) fr...

Official Source ↗
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Official Helpline & Nodal Offices

Secondary Education Department, Government of Assam

Block-E, Janata Bhawan, Dispur, Guwahati 781006

Helpline: 0361-2237240

Jurisdiction: Statewide (Assam)

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Verification Metadata

Last verified by Eligo researchers on 2026-09-28 against official government documentation.

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