Candidates will be selected based on their fulfillment of the eligibility criteria.
Scheduled Caste (SC) students of the state studying in Class 11 and above
India
An annual academic allowance up to ₹13,500 and other benefits
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Post-Matric Scholarship to SC Students, Sikkim 2024 is an opportunity offered by the Government of India through the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, administered by the Department of Social Welfare, Government of Sikkim. This scholarship is available to Scheduled Caste (SC) state students pursuing studies beyond the matriculation level, including Class 11 to the postgraduate level. Selected candidates will receive an annual academic allowance of up to ₹13,500 and other benefits.
To be eligible for this scholarship, an applicant must:-
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The scholarship includes the following components for the complete duration of the course -
Courses category | Hostellers (annually in ₹) | Day Scholars (annually in ₹) |
Group 1- Degree and Postgraduate level professional courses | 13,500 | 7,000 |
Group 2 - Other professional courses leading to Degree/Diploma/Certificate |
9,500 | 6,500 |
Group 3 - Graduate and postgraduate courses not covered under groups 1 and 2 | 6,000 | 3,000 |
Group 4 - All post-matriculation (Post lass 10 level) non-degree courses | 4,000 | 2,500 |
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Freeship Card:
According to the scheme guidelines, all students are eligible for admission to institutions without paying tuition or hostel fees upfront. To access this benefit, the state government will issue a freeship card to eligible students.
Students with freeship cards can attend school without paying fees immediately. The institution will subsequently receive the fees directly from the scholarship funds.
Eligible applicants can apply for the scholarship through the following steps:-
Step 1: Click on the 'Apply Now' button below.
Step 2: Click on the 'Register' button and fill in the required registration details. (Note:- If already registered, log in using Gmail/Mobile number/Email ID).
Step 3: Navigate to the 'Students' option on the left-hand side of the dashboard and click on it.
Step 4: Now, click on the 'Login' button under the OTR option as it is required to apply for a scholarship on the National Scholarship Portal (NSP).
Step 5: Click on the 'New user? Register yourself' on the left-hand side of the dashboard and click on it.
Step 6: Read the details carefully, tick the checkbox, and click on the 'Next' button.
Step 7: Enter a functional mobile number, captcha code, and OTP, then submit to complete the registration process.
Step 8: Fill in the required details and click on 'Save & Register' to complete the 'One-time registration (OTR)' process. (Note:- This is a temporary registration number, students need to download the OTR mobile application for face authentication to complete the OTR process.)
Step 9: After successful registration, navigate to the 'Apply for Scholarship' option and click on the 'Login' button.
Step 10: Select the scholarship, fill in the required details, upload the necessary documents and submit.
Note:- All the applicants are advised to fill in the information correctly on the application form. Once the application is submitted, no changes can be made. Additionally, submitting multiple applications will result in disqualification.
Application Deadline: 31st October 2024
Candidates will be selected based on their fulfillment of the eligibility criteria.
For Renewal of the Scholarship:-
Note:- For more information, kindly refer to the 'Scholarship Guidelines'.
Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment, Government of India
Shri Bharat Lal Meena, Director
Room No. 637, A-Wing, Shastri Bhawan, New Delhi - 110001
Question: What is the maximum annual family income to apply for this scheme?
Answer: The annual family income should be less than ₹2,50,000 to apply for this scheme.
Question: Who can apply for the Post Matric SC Scholarship in Sikkim?
Answer: Students who are domiciled in Sikkim can apply for this scheme.
Question: What is the last date for applying for this scholarship?
Answer: The last date to apply for this scholarship is 10 October 2024.
Question: What are the benefits of this scheme?
Answer: The selected applicants will receive an academic allowance of up to ₹13,500 per year, a freeship card and other benefits.