Pre-Matric Scholarship for ST Students

iAbout This Scheme

Centrally sponsored scholarship for Scheduled Tribe students from Class 9 to Class 10, aimed at reducing dropout rates among tribal communities. The scheme covers maintenance allowance, book grants, and other study expenses to support tribal students through secondary education.

🎁Key Benefits

• Maintenance allowance: ₹150/month for day scholars; ₹350/month for hostellers
• Ad hoc book grant: ₹750/year (day scholars); ₹1,000/year (hostellers)
• Tuition and non-refundable fees as actuals
• Covers students from Class 9 and Class 10 only

✅Eligibility Criteria

• 1
  Must belong to a Scheduled Tribe notified by the central/state government
• 2
  Studying in a government or recognised school

📝How to Apply

❓Frequently Asked Questions