State SchemeVerified for 2026
Pre-Matric Scholarship (Adi Dravidar & Tribal Welfare Dept.) Eligibility Criteria 2026
Qualifying Mark/Percent33% marks in previous class
Target Education LevelsSchool
Eligible Caste/CategoriesSC, ST, SCA, SCC
Gender LimitAll
Residency/Domicile Requirements
Permanent resident of Tamil Nadu belonging to SC/ST/SCA/SCC categories.
Special Conditions
Hostellers in government Adi Dravidar welfare hostels are eligible for higher boarding allowances.
FAQs for Pre-Matric Scholarship (Adi Dravidar & Tribal Welfare Dept.)
Q.Is there an income limit for classes 1 to 8?
No, there is no income limit for SC/ST students studying in classes 1 to 8 in government and aided schools.
Q.What is the income limit for classes 9 and 10?
The parental annual income limit must not exceed ₹2.5 Lakhs for classes 9 and 10.
Q.Do students need to apply online?
No, the application is processed entirely offline through the school database (EMIS portal) by the school authorities.
Supporting Guides
Official Support
WebsiteOfficial Portal
Helpline1800 599 7638, support.tnscholarship@tn.gov.in