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Pre-Matric & Post-Matric Scholarship for SC Students (J&K) Documents Required 2026

Required Documents Checklist

  • Aadhaar Card
  • Domicile Certificate of J&K
  • Scheduled Caste (SC) Caste Certificate
  • Income Certificate (family income under ₹2.5 Lakh)
  • Institution Verification Form / Bonafide
  • Current year fee receipt
  • Previous qualifying exam marksheet

DBT Bank Seeding Warning

Your primary bank account must be active, seeded with your Aadhaar card, and mapped on the NPCI mapper. The government disbursements are made exclusively via Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).

FAQs for Pre-Matric & Post-Matric Scholarship for SC Students (J&K)

Q.What is the income cap for SC scholarship in J&K?

The annual family income limit from all sources is ₹2.50 Lakh for both Pre-Matric and Post-Matric components.

Q.Can SC students studying outside J&K apply?

Yes, J&K domicile SC students studying in recognized institutions outside the UT can apply for the Post-Matric scheme through NSP.

Q.What is the financial benefit of the SC Post-Matric scheme?

It reimburses all non-refundable compulsory fees charged by the institution and provides a monthly maintenance allowance up to ₹1,200/month.