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Scheduled Caste Dashamottar Scholarship (Starting from Class 11) - Uttarakhand

The scheme aims to support Scheduled Caste students of Uttarakhand from Class 11th onwards by providing financial assistance for their education, including tuition fees and other academic expenses.

Authority

State

Region

Uttarakhand

Status

Verified 2026

Updated

March 2026

What you get

The total scholarship amount determined by the districts = Educational Allowance + Tuition Fee. | Group 1: | Professional courses at undergraduate and postgraduate levels | - Hostellers: ₹13,500/- | - Day Scholars: ₹7,000/- | Group 2: | Other Professional Courses leading to Degree, Diploma, Certificate | - Hostellers: ₹9,500/- | - Day Scholars: ₹6,500/- | Group 3 | Undergraduate and postgraduate courses which do not fall under Group 1 and 2 | - Hostellers: ₹6,000/- | - Day Scholars: ₹3,000/- | Group 4 | All Post Matriculation (level after Class 10th) Non-Degree Courses | - Hostellers: ₹4,000/- | - Day Scholars: ₹2,500/-

Who can apply

The applicant must be a resident of Uttarakhand.; The applicant must belong to the Scheduled Caste (SC) category.; The applicant must be enrolled in a recognized school/educational institution in Uttarakhand.; The applicant must be studying in Class 11 or higher level course.; The applicant must possess valid documents, such as Caste Certificate, Residence Certificate, Bank Passbook, Aadhaar, Photograph, Educational Qualification Certificates, and Income Certificate.; The total annual income of the parents/guardians from all sources must not exceed ₹2.5 lakh.; The scholarship will be available for one year only for studying in any class.

Required Paperwork

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

Common Questions

Is this scholarship available for all classes?

No, the scholarship is available only from Class 11 onwards.

Who is eligible for the scholarship?

Students must be residents of Uttarakhand, belong to the Scheduled Caste category, be enrolled in a recognized educational institution, and be studying in Class 11 or higher course.

What is the total scholarship amount?

The total scholarship amount is determined by the districts and includes Academic Allowance + Tuition Fee, varying by course and student type (hosteler or day scholar).

For how long is the scholarship awarded?

The scholarship is awarded for one academic year only.

How should students apply for the scholarship?

Students must apply online through the National Scholarship Portal (NSP) at https://scholarships.gov.in.

How is physical verification done?

The District Social Welfare Officer (DSWO) and third-party officials visit the institution or student location to verify the authenticity of the student and documents.

How is the scholarship amount disbursed?

The scholarship is transferred directly to the bank account of the eligible applicant via the Public Financial Management System (PFMS).