Meghalaya to give free laptops to Class 10, 12 toppers from 2026 boards
Synopsis
Meghalaya is handing out free laptops to top performers from the 2026 Class 10 and Class 12 boards — covering MBOSE, CBSE, ICSE, and ISC students from schools within the state. With registration open until 3 September and a provisional list already live on the DITC website, the clock is ticking for eligible students to verify their details and claim the award.
Key Takeaways
The Meghalaya government will distribute free laptops to meritorious 2026 Class 10 and Class 12 board examination passers.
Eligible boards include MBOSE , CBSE , ICSE , and ISC ; CBSE/ICSE/ISC eligibility is limited to schools located within Meghalaya .
A provisional list of eligible students is live on the DITC official website for verification.
The online registration portal is open from 3 August to 3 September 2026 .
Written objections or queries on the provisional list must be submitted on or before 3 September .
Laptop distribution dates will be announced after the verification process concludes.
The Meghalaya government will distribute free laptops to meritorious students who cleared the 2026 Class 10 and Class 12 Board examinations, officials announced on Monday, 3 August. The scheme covers students from multiple boards and is designed to reward academic excellence while advancing digital learning across the state.
Who Is Eligible
The Directorate of Information Technology and Communications (DITC) has begun 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).
Students who passed the 2026 MBOSE Secondary School Leaving Certificate (SSLC), the Higher Secondary School Leaving Certificate (HSSLC), ICSE, ISC, and CBSE examinations and meet the prescribed eligibility criteria will be considered. For ICSE, ISC, and CBSE candidates, eligibility is restricted to those who appeared from schools affiliated with their respective boards and located within Meghalaya.
Provisional List and Verification
A provisional list of eligible students has already been uploaded on the official DITC website. Students whose names appear on the list but who have not received any communication are required to visit the Directorate in person with their original marksheets, a valid photo identity card, and other supporting documents for verification.
The Directorate has also invited written objections or queries related to the provisional list, with a deadline of 3 September.
Registration Window Open Until September 3
The online registration portal for the laptop distribution scheme opened on 3 August and will remain accessible until 3 September. Officials confirmed that the verification process is intended to ensure all eligible students receive benefits in a transparent and timely manner.
What Comes Next
The exact distribution schedule and laptop handover dates will be announced after the verification process is complete, officials said. The initiative is part of the Meghalaya government's broader push to strengthen digital access in education and recognise outstanding academic performance across board categories. This comes amid a wider national trend of state governments leveraging device-distribution schemes to close the digital divide in school education.
Point of View
But restricting CBSE and ICSE eligibility to schools physically within the state is a sensible safeguard against misuse. The real test will be whether the verification pipeline — currently dependent on students visiting the DITC in person — can process applicants before the 3 September deadline without creating bottlenecks. The absence of a post-distribution digital-literacy component, if any, would be a missed opportunity in a state where internet penetration still lags national averages.
NationPress
3 Aug 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for the Meghalaya free laptop scheme 2026?
Students who passed the 2026 Class 10 or Class 12 examinations conducted by MBOSE, CBSE, ICSE, or ISC and meet the prescribed eligibility criteria are eligible. For CBSE, ICSE, and ISC candidates, the school must be affiliated with the respective board and located within Meghalaya.
How can eligible students register for the Meghalaya laptop scheme?
The online registration portal opened on 3 August 2026 and will remain accessible until 3 September 2026. Students can register through the official DITC website and must also verify their documents in person if their name appears on the provisional list without prior communication.
What documents are required for laptop scheme verification?
Students are required to bring their original marksheets, a valid photo identity card, and other supporting documents to the DITC office for in-person verification.
What is the deadline to raise objections about the provisional list?
Students can submit written objections or queries related to the provisional list on or before 3 September 2026 to the Directorate of Information Technology and Communications.
When will laptops actually be distributed to students?
The exact distribution schedule and handover dates have not yet been announced. Officials said further details will be shared after the verification process is complete.
