Pre Matric Scholarship for ST Students (Class 9 & 10) - Puducherry 2020-21

To be eligible for this scholarship, an applicant must-

• Belong to Scheduled Tribes community
• Be a domicile of Puducherry
• Be studying in Class 9 and 10 at a recognised institution
• Have an annual family income less than INR 2.00 lakh
• Not be getting any other centrally-funded Pre Matric Scholarship

The selected students will receive benefits as follows -

• Scholarship of INR 150 per month for day scholars and INR 350 per month for Hosteller
• Books and Ad hoc grant of INR 750 per annum for day scholars and INR 1,000 per annum for hostellers
• Additional allowances for students with disabilities up to INR 240 per month 

• Domicile certificate
• A passport size photograph
• Self-attested copies of certificates, diplomas, degree, etc
• Caste certificate duly signed by an authorised Revenue Officer not below the rank of Tehsildar
• Income declaration certificate from the parents/guardians

Eligible candidates can apply for the scholarship through the following steps:

Step 1: Click on the 'Apply Now' button below.
Step 2: Read the guidelines carefully, select the undertaking and 'Continue'. 
Step 3: Select the state of domicile, scholarship category, scheme type (scholarship scheme), gender, write the applicant's name, date of birth, mobile number, email ID.
Step 4: Provide the bank details (Bank name, IFSC Code, Account Number)
Step 5: Select Aadhaar or Bank Account Number as identification detail and click on the 'Register' button.
Step 6: The mobile number will be verified and an OTP will be generated.
Step 7: Now, log in using OTP and fill the form.
Step 8: An application ID and password will be generated. Use that for future references.
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 only one application as multiple applications will lead to the cancellation of the form.