Pre-Matric Scholarship (Adi Dravidar & Tribal Welfare Dept.)
About the Program
The Pre-Matric Scholarship by Tamil Nadu's Adi Dravidar & Tribal Welfare Department supports SC/ST students in Classes 9 and 10. It provides maintenance allowance and adhoc grants to day scholars and hostellers from families with income up to Rs.2 lakhs. Apply through schools or district ADTW offices for 2025-2026 academic year.
Benefits & Financial Support
Inclusions
Financial assistance for tuition, maintenance
day scholars Rs.2250-3000/year, hostellers Rs.4500-6250/year
promotes access to education for marginalized communities[1][2][3][4].
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
School (Class 1–10)
Must be enrolled in relevant courses.
Financial & Category
Selection Process
Automatic verification based on school enrollment, community, income certificate
funds directly credited to bank accounts.
Renewal Policy
Automatic for next class if promoted and income criteria met
reapply through school.
Application Process
['Verify eligibility: SC/ST student in Class 9/10 with family income < Rs.2 lakhs.', 'Collect documents: Aadhaar, income certificate, community certificate, bank passbook.', 'Approach school Headmaster or District ADTW office for application form.', 'Submit application by March end with all documents.', 'Track status via TN e-District portal or contact district officer.']
Documents Required
Important Dates
Application Deadline
Invalid Date
Applications by end of March through school
Dates are subject to change as per the provider's official notification. Applicants are encouraged to apply well before the closing date.
Scholarship Quick Facts
Common Questions (FAQs)
Detailed FAQs are being compiled for this scheme.
Help & Contact Support
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