Higher Education Special Scholarship for SC/ST/SCC Hostellers Selection Process 2026
How Candidates are Selected
Eligible only for SC/ST/SCA/SCC students pursuing post-matric higher education who reside in recognized college, university, or institutional hostels.
Verification Flow
Institute Nodal Officer Verification
Your college/school checks your bonafide status, fees paid, and marks cards against the database.
District Welfare Officer / State Board Sanction
The state/central department approves the budget release for verified records based on category quotas.
Fund Disbursement via DBT
The bank issues direct fund credits to Aadhaar-seeded accounts using treasury payment systems.
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.