Candidates will be selected based on academic excellence, admission to reputed institutions, and socio-economic need. The selection also considers recommendations and document verification by the department.
Unnathi Scholarship, Kerala 2026
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Eligibility
SC/ST students from Kerala
Region
India
Award
An award of up to ₹25,00,000
Deadline
Closed
About The Program
The Unnathi Scholarship 2026 is offered by the Department of Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribe Development, Government of Kerala. The scheme aims to provide financial assistance and mentorship support to meritorious Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe students of Kerala for pursuing higher education in reputed institutions within India and abroad. Selected students will receive up to ₹25,00,000 towards tuition fees, living expenses, and other academic costs.
Source: scdd.kerala.gov.in
EligibilityDeadline Date: Closed
To be eligible, an applicant must:
- Be a domicile of Kerala
- Be below 35 years of age as on the date of application
- Have secured at least 55% marks (as per university criteria) in the qualifying examination
- Have a grant for only one program within the approved timeframe
- Not be a government employee or an employee of a public sector entity
Note:
- The applicant must not be a government employee or an employee of a public sector entity.
- Applications submitted after taking admission to any foreign university/institution through procedures other than those prescribed will not be considered.
- The scholarship shall be granted to a student for only one course of study and shall be limited to the period for which it is sanctioned.
Benefits
The selected candidates will receive:
SC Category:
- Family income up to ₹12,00,000 – will receive an award up to ₹25,00,000 (includes accommodation, living, visa, and health insurance)
- Family income between ₹12,00,000–₹20,00,000 – will receive an award up to ₹20,00,000
- Family income more than ₹20,00,000 - will receive an award up to ₹15,00,000
- Family income above ₹20,00,000 – are eligible for an interest-free education loan
ST Category:
Award up to ₹25,00,000
Documents
- Caste Certificate (SC/ST)
- Aadhaar card
- Domicile Certificate (Kerala residence proof)
- Admission letter from the institution
- Academic transcript
- Income Certificate
- Bank account details of the student
- Passport-size photograph
- Copy of Passbook
- Study visa
- IELTS Score card
How can you apply?
Eligible candidates can apply by following these 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).
Important Dates
Application Deadline: 30 September 2025
Selection Criteria
Important documents
Contact Details
Directorate Of Scheduled Tribes Development Department
4TH Floor, Vikas Bhavan,
Thiruvananthapuram - 695033,
Kerala
Email ID: keralatribes@gmail.com | Phone number: 0471-2304594, 0471-2303229
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FAQ's
Question: Who is offering the Unnathi Scholarship, Kerala 2025?
Answer: The Department of Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribe Development, Government of Kerala, is offering the scholarship.
Question: What is the value of the scholarship?
Answer: The scholarship covers an award of up to ₹25,00,000.
Question: Who can apply for the Unnathi Scholarship, Kerala 2025?
Answer: SC/ST students from Kerala pursuing higher studies in foreign universities are eligible to apply for the scholarship.
Question: What is the last date to apply?
Answer: The last date to apply for the scholarship is 30 September 2025.
Question: Is this scholarship open to all categories?
Answer: No, only SC and ST category students can apply for the scholarship.
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