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Pre Matric Scholarship For Scheduled Tribe Students

A scholarship scheme by Ministry of Tribal Affairs for regular, full time students from Scheduled Tribe studying in Class 9th and 10th, in a Government School or in a School recognized by Govt. or a Central/State Board of Secondary Education.

Authority

Central

Region

None

Status

Verified 2026

Updated

March 2026

What you get

Who can apply

The applicant must be a student studying in Class 9th or Class 10th.; The applicant must be from Scheduled Tribe.; The Total Annual income of parents/guardians of the applicant (from all sources) must not exceed ₹ 2.50 Lakh per Annum.; The applicant must not be availing of any other scholarship by the govt.

Required Paperwork

  • Aadhaar Card
  • PAN Card
  • Income Certificate
  • Residence Proof (Domicile)

Common Questions

Are there any allowances for Students with Disabilities (SwDs)?

Yes, there are monthly allowances depending on the type and extent of disability. There is Reader Allowance, Transport Allowance, Escort Allowance, Helper Allowance and Coaching Allowance.

By when shall the scholarship become payable?

The scholarship will become payable from 1st April or from the month of admission, whichever is later, and will paid for for 10 months of the academic year.

Is there a limit to the number of scholarships?

No. All eligible students from Scheduled Tribe will be given scholarships as prescribed in this scheme.

Will I be eligible for the scholarship if I have to repeat a class?

No. The scholarship will be terminated in that case.

I am already availing the benefits of a Centrally-funded Pre-Matric Scholarship. Am I eligible for this scheme?

No, you won't be eligible in this case.

Is there any application fee?

No. The entire application process is completely free of cost.

In what condition would the income of the guardian needs to be mentioned?

The income of the guardian needs to be mentioned in a case where both the parents of the student are dead.

Do I need to attached a copy of my Aadhaar Card while submitting the application to the Head of the Institution/School?

Yes, you are required to submit the same with your application.

How do I know if a field in the application form is mandatory?

The mandatory fields have a red asterisk (*) mark at the end.