Andaman and Nicobar Islands Scholarship – Important Dates
| Scholarship Name | Deadline |
| Centrally Sponsored Prematric Scholarship Scheme For ST Students | December 31, 2025 |
| Grant Of Additional Scholarship To ST Students For Pursuing Higher Studies | December 31, 2025 |
| Centrally Sponsored Post Matric Scholarship Scheme For ST Students | December 31, 2025 |
Andaman and Nicobar Islands Scholarships – Eligibility Criteria
The Andaman and Nicobar Administration offers multiple scholarship schemes to support students at different levels of education and from various communities. Each scheme is designed with specific eligibility rules and benefits to ensure that deserving students receive the financial assistance required to continue their studies without interruption. The list below outlines the eligibility of key scholarships available under this initiative.
1. Grant of Additional Scholarship to OBC Students for Pursuing Higher Studies After Class X (Except Class XI and XII)
1. Must be a domicile of Andaman and Nicobar Islands.
2. Must belong to the non-creamy layer OBC category.
3. Must have passed Class 10 or Class 12 from a recognised board.
4. Must be pursuing full-time higher studies at the UG, PG, M.Phil, Ph.D, or diploma level.
6. Scholarship renewed only on passing the previous academic stage.
7. Only two children per family are eligible, except in case of twins.
2. Centrally Sponsored Pre-Matric Scholarship Scheme for ST Students
1. Must be an Indian citizen.
2. Must be a domicile of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands.
4. Must be enrolled in Class 9 or Class 10 at a recognised institution.
5. Should not be receiving any other centrally funded pre-matric scholarship.
6. Must have a family income below ₹2,50,000 per year.
3. Grant of Additional Scholarship to ST Students for Pursuing Higher Studies
1. Must be an ST student and a domicile of Andaman and Nicobar Islands.
2. Must have passed Class 12 from a recognised board.
3. Must be pursuing regular, full-time UG, PG, M.Phil, Ph.D, or diploma-level studies.
4. Class 11 and 12 students are not eligible.
5. Not applicable for repeating the same level of education in another subject or for a second professional course.
6. PG medical students eligible only if not practising.
4. PM YASASVI Pre Matric Scholarship Scheme For OBC Students (Class IX And X)
1. The scholarships are available only to Indian nationals.
2. The annual income of parents or guardians from all sources must not exceed ₹2,50,000.
3. Students must be studying full-time in classes IX and X in Government Schools.
4. Applicants must belong to the OBC, EBC, or DNT categories and hold a valid category certificate.
5. A beneficiary under this scheme cannot receive any other educational scholarship for classes IX and X.
5. Dr Ambedkar Post Matric Scholarship for Economically Backward Class Students
1. Open to General Category students (excluding SC/ST/OBC).
2. Annual family income must not exceed ₹1,00,000.
3. Applicable only for recognised post-matric courses (UG, PG, diploma).
4. Not available for aviation-related courses.
5. Students repeating the same level in another subject or taking a second professional course are not eligible.
6. Only two boys per family eligible, no limit for girls.
6. PM YASASVI Post Matric Scholarship Scheme for OBC Students
1. Must belong to OBC, EBC, or DNT categories.
2. Must have passed Class 10.
3. Applicable for recognised post-matric studies (Class 11 to PG level).
4. Not eligible for repeating the same educational level or taking a second professional course.
5. Annual family income must not exceed ₹2,50,000.
6. Only two boys per family eligible, no limit for girls.
7. Centrally Sponsored Post Matric Scholarship Scheme for ST Students
1. The applicant must be an Indian citizen.
2. The applicant must be a domicile of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands.
3. The applicant must belong to the Scheduled Tribe (ST) category.
4. The applicant must be pursuing post-matric or post-secondary studies, from Class 11 to Ph.D. level.
5. The applicant must have passed Matriculation, Higher Secondary, or any higher examination from a recognized board or university.
6. The applicant’s annual family income must be less than ₹2,50,000.
Andaman and Nicobar Islands Scholarships – Awards
The Andaman and Nicobar Islands offer a range of scholarships designed to support students from different communities and academic levels. These schemes provide financial assistance from Class 9 up to postgraduate studies, ensuring that students can continue their education without financial barriers. The sections below outline the scholarship amounts for each major scheme.
1. Grant of Additional Scholarship to OBC Students for Pursuing Higher Studies After Class X
An additional scholarship amount of ₹1000 per month is provided to eligible students belonging to the OBC category under this scheme.
2. Centrally Sponsored Prematric Scholarship Scheme For ST Students
| Benefit | Day Scholars | Hostellers |
| Monthly scholarship (for 10 months) | ₹225 | ₹525 |
| Annual books and Ad-hoc grants | ₹750 | ₹1,000 |
3. Grant Of Additional Scholarship To ST Students For Pursuing Higher Studies
The selected scholars will receive a scholarship of ₹1,000 per month.
4. PM YASASVI Pre Matric Scholarship Scheme For OBC Students
The students will receive a consolidated academic allowance of ₹4,000 per annum.
5. Dr Ambedkar Post Matric Scholarship For Economically Backward Class Students-Andaman And Nicobar
| Courses Covered | Hostellers (₹ per annum) | Day Scholars (₹ per annum) |
| Degree and postgraduate courses in Medicine, Engineering, Technology, Planning, Architecture, Design, Fashion Technology, Agriculture, Veterinary Sciences, Allied Sciences, Management, Business Finance/Administration, Computer Science and Applications. – Postgraduate diploma courses in Management and Medicine. – C.A., I.C.W.A., C.S., I.C.F.A. etc. (Applicable only at day scholar rate of ₹ 550 per month). – M.Phil., Ph.D., Post-doctoral programmes (D.Lit., D.Sc., etc.), and other Group 1–3 courses. – L.L.B., Integrated L.L.B., and L.L.M. | ₹ 750 | ₹ 350 |
| Professional degree, diploma, and certificate courses such as Pharmacy (B.Pharma), Nursing (B.Nursing), BFS, paramedical fields (rehabilitation, diagnostics etc.), Mass Communication, Hotel Management and Catering, Travel/Tourism/Hospitality Management, Interior Decoration, Commercial Arts, Finance, vocational courses, ITI, and polytechnic courses where the minimum entry qualification is Class 12. | ₹ 510 | ₹ 335 |
| Graduate and postgraduate courses not included in Groups 1 and 2 (e.g., B.A., B.Sc., B.Com., M.A., M.Sc., M.Ed., M.Pharma etc.). | ₹ 400 | ₹ 210 |
| All post-matric non-degree courses where the minimum entry qualification is Class 10. | ₹ 260 | ₹ 160 |
| Course Level | Reader Charges (per month) |
| Group 1 and 2 | ₹ 175 |
| Group 3 | ₹ 130 |
| Group 4 | ₹ 90 |
6. PM YASASVI Post Matric Scholarship Scheme For OBC Students
| Category of Courses | Academic Allowance (per year) | Tuition Fee ( per year) |
| Group 1: Degree and Postgraduate level professional courses | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| Group 2: Other professional courses leading to degree, diploma, certificate | ₹8,000 | ₹5,000 |
| Group 3: Graduate and Postgraduate courses not covered under Groups 1 and 2 | ₹6,000 | ₹2,000 |
| Group 4: All post-matric (post–Class X) non-degree courses | ₹5,000 | 0 |
7. Centrally Sponsored Post Matric Scholarship Scheme For ST Students
| Category of Courses | Hosteller (per month) | Day Scholars (per month) | |
| Group 1: Bachelor’s degree, Master’s degree, M.Phil/Ph.D. degree leading to Degree, PG Diploma, in professional courses in various streams | ₹1,200 | ₹550 | |
| Group 2: All non-professional recognized courses leading to a Bachelor’s degree, Master’s degree, M.Phil/Ph.D. degree not covered under Group 1 in Arts, Science and Commerce like BA/B.Sc/B.Com or MA/MSc/M.Com | ₹820 | ₹530 | |
| Group 3: Vocational stream, ITI courses, three-year diploma courses in Polytechnics, etc. | ₹570 | ₹300 | |
| Group 4: All post-matriculation level non-degree courses for which entrance qualification is High School (Class 10), e.g. senior secondary certificate (class 11 and 12) | ₹380 | ₹230 | |
FAQs
What is the last date to apply for the Andaman and Nicobar Islands scholarships?
The application deadline for major schemes such as the Pre-Matric ST Scholarship, Post-Matric ST Scholarship, and the Additional Scholarship for ST Students is December 31, 2025.
Who is eligible for the Centrally Sponsored Pre-Matric Scholarship for ST Students?
Students must belong to the Scheduled Tribe community, be domiciled in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, study in Classes 9 or 10, and have a family income below ₹2,50,000 per year.
Can students apply for more than one scholarship at the same time?
Most schemes do not allow holding two scholarships simultaneously. If selected for more than one, the student must choose one and inform the authorities.
Are distance education or correspondence courses covered under these scholarships?
Some schemes, such as the PM YASASVI Post Matric Scholarship for OBC Students, allow assistance for distance or correspondence education, while others do not. Students must check the conditions specific to each scheme.
Is Aadhaar mandatory for application?
Aadhaar-based verification is required for schemes such as the PM YASASVI Pre Matric Scholarship, however alternative identification methods are allowed if Aadhaar authentication fails.