State SchemeVerified for 2026

Scholarship for Differently Abled Students Eligibility Criteria 2026

Qualifying Mark/Percent33% marks in previous class
Target Education LevelsSchool, Undergraduate, Postgraduate, Diploma
Eligible Caste/CategoriesGeneral, OBC, SC, ST, EWS
Gender LimitAll

Residency/Domicile Requirements

Resident of Tamil Nadu with 40% or more disability.

Special Conditions

No income limit applies for this scholarship. It can be combined with other general fee concessions.

FAQs for Scholarship for Differently Abled Students

Q.What is the minimum percentage of disability required?

A minimum of 40% disability is required, certified by a competent medical authority or UDID card.

Q.Is there any parental income limit?

No, there is no parental income limit for this disability welfare scholarship.

Q.Is there a reader allowance for visually impaired students?

Yes, visually impaired students receive an additional reader allowance of ₹150 to ₹300 per month depending on the level of study.