The candidates will be selected based on the fulfilment of the eligibility criteria.
Pre-Matric Scholarship for ST Students (Class 9 & 10) - Andaman and Nicobar 2023-24
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Eligibility
ST students studying in Class 9 and 10
Region
India
Award
Up to ₹525 per month
Deadline
Closed
About The Program
Pre-Matric Scholarship for ST Students (Class 9 & 10) - Andaman and Nicobar 2023-24 is an initiative of the Ministry of Tribal Affairs, Government of India, to provide financial aid to ST students of Class 9 and 10. The scholarship aims to improve the participation of ST children in Class 9 and 10 so that they perform better and have a better chance of progressing to the post-matric stage of education. The selected candidates will receive up to ₹525 per month.
Source: National Scholarship Portal
EligibilityDeadline Date: Closed
To be eligible for this scholarship, an applicant must:-
- belong to the Scheduled Tribe (ST) community
- be a domicile of Andaman and Nicobar
- be studying in Class 9 and 10 at a recognised institution
- have an annual family income of less than ₹2,50,000
- not be receiving any other centrally-funded pre-matric scholarship
Benefits
The selected students will receive the benefits in the following manner:-
| Benefit | Day Scholars | Hostellers |
| Monthly scholarship (in ₹ for 10 months) | 225 | 525 |
| Annual books and Ad-hoc grants (in ₹) | 750 | 1,000 |
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, provided they have the necessary medical certificate.
Documents
- Caste certificate
- Income certificate
- Domicile certificate
- A passport-size photograph
- Academic certificates, diplomas, degrees, etc.
How can you apply?
Eligible students can apply for the scholarship through the following steps:-
Step 1: Click on the 'Apply Now' link 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 'Applicant Corner' and click on the 'New Registration' tab.
Step 4: Read the details carefully, tick the checkbox and click on the 'Continue' button.
Step 5: Select the respective Aadhaar option, enter mobile number, captcha code, and OTP, then submit.
Step 6: Fill in the required details and click on 'Save & Register' to complete the registration process.
Step 7: Now click on the 'Fresh Application' tab and log in using the application ID and password.
Step 8: Fill in the required details, upload the necessary documents, and submit the application.
Note: All the applicants are advised to fill the form correctly, no changes can be made once submitted. The applicants are also advised to fill in only one application as multiple applications will cancel the form.
Important Dates
Application Deadline: 29th February 2024
Selection Criteria
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Terms and Conditions
- The award once made will continue subject to good conduct and regularity in attendance. It will be renewed for Class 10 after the student passes Class 11.
- The provisions of this scheme can be changed at any time at the discretion of the Government of India.
- Scholarship for studying in any class will be available for only one year. If a student has to repeat the class, they will not get the scholarship for that class for a second (or subsequent) year.
Contact Details
Ministry of Tribal Affairs, Government of India
Rajendra Prasad Road,Shastri Bhawan,
New Delhi-110001
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