Many students and parents in Baraut and the wider Baghpat district are unaware of the range of government education schemes available to them — schemes that can make computer training, schooling and even degree education free or heavily subsidised. This guide breaks down the key schemes relevant to students in our district, and how Chandan Computer Institute helps you access them.
1. Free OBC and Minority Computer Training Scheme (UP Government)
The Uttar Pradesh government runs a scheme offering free NIELIT CCC and O Level training to students from OBC (Other Backward Class) and Muslim minority communities. This is one of the most valuable but under-used schemes in the district.
Who qualifies?
- UP resident with a valid OBC or Minority community caste certificate
- Minimum 10th Pass for CCC, 12th Pass for O Level
- Valid income certificate and Aadhaar card
What is covered?
- Full course tuition fees
- NIELIT examination fees
- Study materials
Chandan Computer Institute is an approved training centre for this scheme. Bring your caste certificate, marksheet, income certificate, Aadhaar card and photos to check eligibility.
2. NIELIT CCC — Now Mandatory for Many Government Jobs
While not a free scheme itself, it’s important to know that the CCC (Course on Computer Concepts) certificate — issued by NIELIT, a Government of India body — is now a mandatory requirement for many UP state government job applications, including Lekhpal, Gram Panchayat Adhikari, and various clerical posts. Students who complete CCC early save themselves last-minute stress when applying for government jobs later.
3. Open Schooling Through BOSSE — Second Chance for 10th/12th
Many students who couldn’t complete their 10th or 12th on time — due to family circumstances, financial pressure, or having failed a board exam — assume their education has ended. The Board of Open Schooling and Skill Education (BOSSE) offers a government-recognised way to complete 10th and 12th at your own pace, alongside a skill-based diploma.
Chandan Computer Institute offers BOSSE-affiliated 10th and 12th completion alongside our regular computer courses — meaning a student can finish their schooling and gain a job-ready computer skill at the same time.
4. UGC-Approved Distance Learning Degrees (Subharti University)
Not a free scheme, but a genuinely accessible one: through our partnership with Subharti University (UGC-approved, NAAC A-accredited), students in Baraut can pursue BA, B.Sc, B.Com, BBA, BCA, MA, M.Com, MBA and MCA through distance learning — without relocating to Meerut or another city. This dramatically lowers the cost and disruption of pursuing a full degree.
5. NIELIT O Level — Recognised Equivalent to a Diploma
O Level, also issued by NIELIT, is recognised by the Government of India as equivalent to a Foundation-level IT diploma. It is increasingly accepted for government recruitment and is a strong credential for private-sector IT-adjacent roles — all without needing a full-time college degree.
How to Check Your Eligibility
Government scheme eligibility can be confusing to navigate alone — documentation requirements, income limits and deadlines change from batch to batch. The simplest way to find out what you qualify for is to visit us directly.
Bring the following documents for a quick eligibility check:
- 10th or 12th marksheet
- Caste certificate (if applying for OBC/Minority scheme)
- Income certificate
- Aadhaar card
- Passport-size photographs
Visit Chandan Computer Institute Today
Whether you qualify for a free government scheme or want to enrol in our regular courses and degree programmes, our team will guide you through the right option for your situation.
Apply for admission or call us at +91 94586 14088 / +91 99270 41123. Visit us at 1st Floor, Tara Chand Market, Near Panchmukhi Mandir, Kotana Road, Baraut, Baghpat.