State SchemeVerified for 2026
Tamil Nadu Post-Matric Scholarship for SC/ST Selection Process 2026
How Candidates are Selected
Based on SC/ST/SCA/SCC community status, enrollment in post-matric courses, and family income limit <= ₹2.5 Lakhs per annum.
Verification Flow
1
Institute Nodal Officer Verification
Your college/school checks your bonafide status, fees paid, and marks cards against the database.
2
District Welfare Officer / State Board Sanction
The state/central department approves the budget release for verified records based on category quotas.
3
Fund Disbursement via DBT
The bank issues direct fund credits to Aadhaar-seeded accounts using treasury payment systems.
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.
Supporting Guides
Official Support
WebsiteOfficial Portal
Helpline1800-345-6770, support.tnscholarship@tn.gov.in