State SchemeVerified for 2026
Chief Minister’s Merit Scholarship Scheme Last Date & Deadlines 2026
Application Deadline
30 November 2026
Applications are verified after Class 12 results, typically closing by November.
Timeline Details & Extensions
Applications must be submitted and finalized before 11:59 PM on the closing date. We advise students to submit applications at least a week in advance to avoid last-minute server bottlenecks.
- Institute-level verification continues for 15-30 days after the student application deadline.
- Incomplete or unfinalized drafts are auto-rejected on the last date.
FAQs for Chief Minister’s Merit Scholarship Scheme
Q.What is the award amount for the Chief Minister's Merit Scholarship?
Selected students receive ₹3,000 per year for up to 5 consecutive years.
Q.Is there any family income ceiling?
No, there is no family income limit for this merit-based award.
Q.How many students are selected?
A total of 2,000 students (1,000 boys and 1,000 girls) are selected from the SC/ST/SCA/SCC communities.
Supporting Guides
Official Support
WebsiteOfficial Portal
Helpline1800 599 7638, support.tnscholarship@tn.gov.in