Meghalaya govt to give laptops to Class 10 and 12 students
Shillong, Aug 3
The Meghalaya government will provide free laptops to meritorious students who successfully cleared the 2026 Class 10 and Class 12 Board examinations, officials said on Monday.
The Directorate of Information Technology and Communications (DITC) has initiated the process for identifying eligible students who appeared in examinations conducted by the Meghalaya Board of School Education (MBOSE), the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE), the Indian Certificate of Secondary Education (ICSE), and the Indian School Certificate (ISC).
Officials said the laptop distribution is aimed at encouraging academic excellence and promoting digital learning among students across the state.
According to the Directorate, students who passed the 2026 MBOSE Secondary School Leaving Certificate (SSLC), Higher Secondary School Leaving Certificate (HSSLC), ICSE, ISC and CBSE examinations and satisfy the prescribed eligibility criteria will be considered for the award.
For students belonging to the ICSE, ISC and CBSE Boards, eligibility has been restricted to those who appeared from schools affiliated with their respective Boards and located within Meghalaya.
Officials said the provisional list of eligible meritorious students has already been uploaded on the official website of the Directorate of Information Technology and Communications for verification.
Students whose names appear on the provisional list but who have not yet received any communication regarding the laptop award have been asked to visit the Directorate with their original marksheets, a valid photo identity card and other supporting documents for verification.
The Directorate has also invited students to submit any objections or queries related to the provisional list in writing on or before September 3.
Officials further informed that the online registration portal for the laptop distribution scheme has been opened from August 3 and will remain accessible until September 3.
The initiative is part of the Meghalaya government's efforts to strengthen digital access in education and reward outstanding academic performance.
Authorities said the verification process will ensure that all eligible students receive the benefits under the scheme in a transparent and timely manner.
Further details regarding the distribution schedule and the handover of laptops will be announced after the completion of the verification process.
— IANS
Reader Comments
Finally, a thoughtful welfare scheme! Laptops are essential for modern education, and this will help many meritorious students who can't afford one. But I hope the government also considers providing internet support or data cards for students from remote areas. A laptop without internet is like a car without fuel. 🚗💨
As someone who works in education policy, I appreciate the effort to digitally empower students. The inclusion of CBSE, ICSE, and ISC boards is particularly good, as it ensures children from all types of schools benefit. The transparency with the provisional list and objection window is also commendable.
This is good, but what about students who passed but didn't get "meritorious" marks? Every student deserves a fair chance at digital learning, not just the toppers. I hope the scheme expands in the future to cover more students, maybe on a need-based criterion too. 🤔
It's heartening to see state governments investing in technology for students. The verification process seems well-structured. I just hope there are no last-minute glitches with the online portal, as that could stress out students and parents. Best wishes to all the young achievers of Meghalaya! 🎉
Nice move, but let's not forget that digital literacy is equally important. Providing laptops without proper training on how to use them effectively for learning might not yield the desired results. Perhaps the government could pair this with some free online courses or workshops. Just a thought! 📚💻
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