Government Scholarship · Undergraduate, Postgraduate, Professional

Higher Education Special Scholarship for SC/ST/SCC Hostellers

Q: Who is eligible for the TN Higher Education Special Scholarship?

SC, ST, and Adi Dravidar Christian (SCC) students pursuing UG, PG, or Professional courses, residing in college or institutional hostels, with family income under ₹2.5 Lakhs.

Q: What is the scholarship amount?

It is ₹7,500 per year for degree and diploma courses, and ₹8,000 per year for PG and professional courses.

Q: Are day scholars or students staying in private PG rooms eligible?

No, this scholarship is strictly for students staying in hostels officially managed or recognized by their college/university.

Adi Dravidar and Tribal Welfare Department, Government of Tamil Nadu · Tamil Nadu

Annual Award₹8k+

Deadline30 Nov

Scheme Name	Higher Education Special Scholarship for SC/ST/SCC Hostellers
Provided By	Adi Dravidar and Tribal Welfare Department, Government of Tamil Nadu
Eligibility Summary	Class 11-12, Graduation, Engineering (< ₹8L Income)

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About the Program

Apply for the Higher Education Special Scholarship for SC/ST/SCC Hostellers in Tamil Nadu. Check eligibility requirements, hostel certificates, and yearly award amounts.

Benefits & Financial Support

₹8k+

Provides ₹7,500 per year for Degree/Diploma courses and ₹8,000 per year for Postgraduate and Professional courses to hostel-staying students.

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Annual special scholarship of ₹7,500 (Degree/Diploma courses).
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Annual special scholarship of ₹8,000 (Postgraduate/Professional courses).
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Helps cover hostel accommodation and boarding charges.

Note: Day scholars, students staying in private rooms outside campus (not recognized by the college), or in free government welfare hostels are generally not covered.

Eligibility Criteria & Income Limit

Education Level	Undergraduate, Postgraduate, Professional
Course / Stream	All Streams
Minimum Marks	33%
Income Limit	Up to ₹2.5 Lakh/year
Category / Caste	SC, ST, SCA, SCC
Domicile State	Tamil Nadu

Mandatory Documents Checklist

✓* Hostel Warden Certificate / Hostel Admission Receipt
✓* Community Certificate
✓* Tahsildar Income Certificate (family income under ₹2.5 Lakhs)
✓* Bonafide Certificate from College
✓* Aadhaar Card
✓* Bank Account Passbook

Selection Process

Eligible only for SC/ST/SCA/SCC students pursuing post-matric higher education who reside in recognized college, university, or institutional hostels.

Renewal Policy

Requires fresh submission of the hostel warden certificate and bonafide college certificate each academic year to verify continued hostel residency.

How to Apply Online

Applications are submitted online via Offline. Complete eKYC, upload scanned documents, and submit before the closing date.

1
Hostel Proof
Obtain a formal certificate of residence from your college hostel warden or secure your official hostel fee receipt.
2
Form Collection
Request the Higher Education Special Scholarship form from your college scholarship cell.
3
Attach Certificates
Attach your Income Certificate (< ₹2.5 Lakhs), Community Certificate, college bonafide, and hostel warden certificate.
4
Submit to College Office
Hand in the form to the college administrative office.
5
Verification & Disbursement
The college verifies that you are a hosteller and submits details to the District Welfare Officer for direct funding.

Common Questions (FAQs)

Who is eligible for the TN Higher Education Special Scholarship?

SC, ST, and Adi Dravidar Christian (SCC) students pursuing UG, PG, or Professional courses, residing in college or institutional hostels, with family income under ₹2.5 Lakhs.

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