State SchemeVerified for 2026
Higher Education Special Scholarship for SC/ST/SCC Hostellers Documents Required 2026
Required 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
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 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.
Supporting Guides
Official Support
WebsiteOfficial Portal
Helpline1800 599 7638, support.tnscholarship@tn.gov.in