Target beneficiaries and eligible academic streams
State tablet distribution schemes focus on youth pursuing higher and technical education.
Eligible student groups:
- Enrolled students in undergraduate, postgraduate, ITI, polytechnic, medical, paramedical, and technical diploma institutions.
- Senior secondary students in government schools under digital learning programs (like e-Adhigam in Haryana).
- Students must be regular bonafide residents of the issuing state enrolled in recognized colleges.
- Students must not have received duplicate digital devices under parallel state schemes.
Device distribution and institutional verification
Universities and colleges upload enrolled student data directly onto the state portal (such as digishakti.up.gov.in).
Verification procedure:
- Institutions verify student enrollment, active attendance, and Aadhaar identity.
- Eligible students receive SMS notifications with unique serial codes and camp dates.
- Tablets are distributed at supervised college ceremonies upon presenting college ID and Aadhaar cards.
- Devices come pre-configured with mobile device management (MDM) software for secure educational usage.
Integrated digital content and career services
Distributed tablets provide access to state digital libraries, e-books, competitive examination test series, skill development portals, and government employment exchange notifications without recurring data fees.
Official source
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Common questions
Who is eligible for free tablet distribution schemes?
Regular enrolled students pursuing higher education, technical diplomas, ITI, or professional degrees in recognized institutions.
Can a student apply directly online for a free tablet?
Colleges upload eligible student data directly to official state platforms like DigiShakti; students verify their records without paying application fees.
What documents are required to receive the tablet at college distribution?
Original college student identity card, Aadhaar card, fee receipt, and passport-size photographs.
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