Assam Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi has launched a special scheme for students securing 50% marks in HSLC and other equivalent Class 10 examinations conducted by a state board. The scheme is named “Chief Minister’s Special Award Scheme“. Under the scheme, a Netbook computer and a certificate will be provided to all eligible students in Assam. Cash option in lieu of the Netbook is also available. Note that Chief Minister’s Special Award Scheme is different from Anundoram Borooah Award Scheme. This is a special award scheme for those who scored 50% marks in HSLC/AHM or similar class X exam. Find below more details and instructions on how to apply.
The award:
- A citation signed by Assam Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi.
- A Netbook computer and accessories. Cash option in lieu of the netbook.
Eligibility:
Students who secured at least 50% mark in following:
- HSLC/High Madrassa examination conducted by SEBA, Assam
- FM examination conducted by State Madrassa Education Board, Assam
- Class 10 examination conducted by State Sanskrit Board, Assam
Chief Minister’s Special Award Scheme Netbook Configuration:
Display: 10.1 inch (diagonal)
Processor: Intel Atom D2500 1.5GHz or more
Hard disk: 160 GB
Memory: 1 GB DDR3
Graphics: Integrated Intel GMA 3600
Ethernet port: Realtek PCle Fe Family 1000Mbps
Wireless port: 802.1n
Operating system: Ubuntuand NOVA Cloud OS
Weight: 1.1 kg
Other features: Webcam, HD audio, 2 USB ports, 1 VGA port, rJ45 port, headphone socket, microphone socket, touchpad, mini keyboard etc.
How to apply:
If a student opts for the computer (Netbook), formal application is not required.
But if a student decided to accept cash, he/she formal application is required. Copies of mark sheet and admit card must be attached with the application. The marksheet and admit card copies must be attested and countersigned by the Head of the Institution from which the student appeared and passed the respective examination. The application should reach the designated office (look below for address) on or before January 6, 2014. Application can be sent via post or in person.
Address:
Managing Director
Assam Electronics Development Corporation Ltd (AMTRON)
Industrial Estate, Bamunimaidan,
Guwahati – 781021
Assam
Following is the actual newspaper ad (released by Gov of Assam) related to Assam Chief Minister’s Special Award Scheme.
Update:According to a recent news release, the Kamrup (Metro) awards will be distributed on January 16, 2014. Venue is Sarusajai Sports Complex, Guwahati. Invitation cards are being sent to respective educational institutions. Eligible students may contact their high school / high-madrassa for the invitation card.
Following is the original advertisement. It says “Attention 2nd Division holders with 50% and above marks in Kamrup (Metro) district“.
Postponed till January 25, 2014 February 5, 2014.
Whic date notbook distributor morigaon district?
Thanxz a lot sir 1st div holdersok HP laptop diyar karone
Himanta sir plz sob 2nd divok diyok plz sir be kind with us amar phale okomam sabo 45% pora diyok plz sir plz
Sir 2nd div sob holders pabo lage note book kele 45% pora pabo lage beleg 2nd div bht hurt hol 1st div hole sobo 1st divok diya hoi 2nd div sobok kele diya nohoi
Sir when will the netbook distributed in kamrup rural?
Give it fast
Sir, when will the netbook distributed in kamrup rural? Pllzzz reply me sir.
Sir when the netbook will distributed in kamrup rural?
the students of hslc 2012 will not get this award right ????
when it will be distributed in cachar
Plz reply when the award will be distributed in Hojai ?
Sir one of my friend secured 49.97% n another 49.5% . Will be eligible to receive this award ?
We think re-submission is not required. But you should contact AMTRON for confirmation.
Sorry for confusion. We didn’t noticed 2012 in you earlier comment. But as per our information, only students who passed in 2013 are eligible. For confirmation, you should contact your respective institution or AMTRON.
yahuuuu……thank u sir(CM) thank you very much, i am very happy with this award…….
When this award will be distribute in HOJAI ? Is any form required to be filled ? What are the documents required to receive this award ?
I had already filled up the application form along with the copies of mark sheet and admit card after duly attested and countersigned by the Head of my Institution and dropped in a Box kept for it by the Managing Director, Assam Electronics Development Corporation Ltd (AMTRON), Industrial Estate, Bamunimaidan,
Guwahati – 781021 during October 2013. Please let me know whether re-submission of a fresh application is required now or not.
but I heard that this award is only for the students who passed hslc in 2013 with 2nd div ….plz rply …am I right ??? I am totally confused
Yes. Candidates scoring second division with 50% or more marks are eligible for the award.
the 2nd division holder candidates of hslc seba 2012 will get this award or wat ???? plzz rply sir …plz plz