State SchemeVerified for 2026
Tamil Nadu Post-Matric Scholarship for SC/ST Eligibility Criteria 2026
Qualifying Mark/Percent33% marks in previous class
Target Education LevelsUndergraduate, Postgraduate, Diploma, ITI, PhD
Eligible Caste/CategoriesSC, ST, SCA, SCC
Gender LimitAll
Residency/Domicile Requirements
Permanent resident of Tamil Nadu
Special Conditions
The student's bank account must be Aadhaar-seeded to receive direct maintenance allowances.
FAQs for Tamil Nadu Post-Matric Scholarship for SC/ST
Q.What is the family income limit for TN Post-Matric SC/ST scholarship?
The annual family income from all sources must not exceed ₹2.5 Lakhs.
Q.Do SC/ST students under management quota get this scholarship?
Students admitted under the 7.5% government school reservation quota in private professional colleges are covered. Regular management quota is generally not eligible.
Q.How is the scholarship amount paid?
The fee reimbursement and maintenance allowances are disbursed directly via DBT into the student's Aadhaar-seeded bank account.
Supporting Guides
Official Support
WebsiteOfficial Portal
Helpline1800 599 7638, support.tnscholarship@tn.gov.in