Post Matric Scholarship for Scheduled Caste Students

Who can apply

Scheduled Caste students studying post-matric courses (Class 11, 12, diploma, graduation, post-graduation and similar).

• You belong to a Scheduled Caste.
• You are studying a recognised post-matric course (after Class 10).
• Your parents’ or guardians’ total annual income is up to ₹2.5 lakh.

₹Benefits

• Compulsory non-refundable fees charged by the institution.
• An academic allowance that depends on the course group. Check the official guidelines for current amounts.

Documents you will need

• Caste certificate
• Income certificate
• Previous year’s marksheet
• Admission / fee receipt from the institution
• Aadhaar and Aadhaar-seeded bank account

The exact list can vary by state and office. Carry originals and photocopies.

How to apply

1. Apply online on your state’s scholarship portal or on the National Scholarship Portal, whichever your state uses for this scheme.
2. Upload the documents and submit before the deadline.
3. Your institution and then the district/state office verify the application.

When to apply: Applications open once a year, usually around the start of the academic session. The exact dates are announced on the scholarship portal.

Common mistakes to avoid

• Income certificate older than allowed, or issued by the wrong authority.
• Missing institute verification after submitting online.

?Frequently asked questions

Official links and sources

• National Scholarship Portal (scholarships.gov.in)
• myScheme – search state scholarship details (www.myscheme.gov.in)

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