State SchemeVerified for 2026

Tamil Nadu Post-Matric Scholarship for SC/ST Income Limit 2026

Maximum Annual Family Income

₹2,50,000 per annum

Income Verification Rules

Applicants must submit a valid annual income certificate issued by a competent revenue officer (such as a Tahsildar, Revenue Inspector, or Sub-Divisional Magistrate).

  • The certificate must be in the name of the parent/legal guardian.
  • Income certificates issued by private employers or self-declarations on plain paper are not accepted.

FAQs for Tamil Nadu Post-Matric Scholarship for SC/ST

Q.What is the family income limit for TN Post-Matric SC/ST scholarship?

The annual family income from all sources must not exceed ₹2.5 Lakhs.

Q.Do I need to apply online every year?

Yes, fresh candidates must register on the portal, while continuing candidates must submit a renewal application for subsequent years.

Q.How is the scholarship amount paid?

The fee reimbursement and maintenance allowances are disbursed directly via DBT into the student's Aadhaar-seeded bank account.