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Centrally Sponsored Post-Matric Scholarship for ST Students, Andaman and Nicobar 2024-25

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Eligibility

ST students of Class 11 and above

Region

India

Award

Maintenance allowance up to ₹1,200 and other benefits

Deadline

Closed

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About The Program

Centrally Sponsored Post-Matric Scholarship for ST Students, Andaman and Nicobar 2024-25 is an initiative of the Ministry of Tribal Affairs, Government of India, for ST students studying in Class 11 and above. The scholarship aims to provide financial assistance to students for continuing post-matriculation or post-secondary level studies. The selected candidates will receive a maintenance allowance of up to ₹1,200 and other benefits.

Source: National Scholarship Portal (NSP)

EligibilityDeadline Date: Closed

To be eligible for this scholarship, an applicant must:-

  • be an Indian citizen
  • be a domicile of Andaman and Nicobar
  • belong to the Scheduled Tribe (ST) category
  • be studying at post-matriculation or post-secondary level (i.e. Class 11 to Ph.D. level)
  • have passed matriculation or higher secondary or any higher examination of a recognised University or Board of Secondary Education 
  • have an annual family income of less than ₹2,50,000
Benefits

The selected scholars will receive the following benefits:-

Maintenance allowance

Group Courses Hosteller (in ₹ per month) Day Scholars (in ₹ 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

Additionally, a disability allowance will be provided to Divyangjan students for a year in the following manner:

  • Day scholars: ₹600 per month
  • Hostellers: ₹800 per month

Note:-  Leprosy-cured students who also have sickle cell anaemia or thalassemia will be eligible to receive the disability allowance.

Documents
  • Domicile certificate
  • Passport-size photograph
  • Family's annual income certificate 
  • Caste certificate duly signed by an authorised Revenue Office
How can you apply?

Eligible students can apply by following the steps below:-
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.

More Details
Important Dates

Scholarship Deadline: 20th February 2025

Selection Criteria

The candidates will be selected based on the fulfilment of the eligibility criteria.

Important documents
Scholarship GuidelinesFAQ
Terms and Conditions
  • The scholarship will be provided for studies in India only.
  • The age limit for admission as regular students in different classes should be decided by the concerned institutions.
  • The students pursuing postgraduate courses in medicine will be eligible if they are not allowed to practice during the period of their course.
  • All children of the same parents/guardians will be entitled to receive the benefits from the scheme.
  • The candidates who belong to one state but are studying in another state will be awarded scholarships by the state to which they belong and will submit their applications to the competent authority in that state.

Note:- For detailed information, kindly go through the 'Scholarship Guidelines.'

Contact Details

Ministry of Tribal Affairs, Government of India
Rajendra Prasad Road,Shastri Bhawan,
New Delhi-110001

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FAQ's

Question: What is the last date for applying for this scheme?
Answer: The last date to apply for this scheme is 31st December 2024.


Question: Who is offering the Centrally Sponsored Post-Matric Scholarship for ST Students in Andaman?
Answer: The scholarship is being offered by the Ministry of Tribal Affairs, Government of India.


Question: Can General category students apply for this scheme?
Answer: No, only category students can apply for this scholarship.


Question: What is the income criteria for this scheme?
Answer: The annual family income of students must be less than ₹2,50,000.


Question: What are the awards for this scholarship?
Answer: The selected candidates will receive a maintenance allowance of up to ₹1,200 and other benefits.

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