Umbrella Scheme for Education of ST Students (J&K)
Ministry of Tribal Affairs, Government of India & Directorate of Tribal Affairs J&K · Jammu & Kashmir
Amount
₹53k+
Deadline
31 Oct
Status
Open now
Provider Type
Government
Application Mode
Online
Last Verified
2026-27
About the Program
Get details of J&K Umbrella Scheme for ST Students 2026 eligibility, benefits, application last date, and online apply portal details.
Benefits & Financial Support
₹53k+
Covers full tuition fees and provides a maintenance allowance ranging from ₹2,250 to ₹52,500 per annum depending on course group and hosteller status.
Tuition fee coverage, book grants, and monthly maintenance stipends.
Note: Aadhaar-seeding of bank account is mandatory for DBT.
Eligibility Criteria & Income Limit
- Education level: UG, PG, Class 9-12, PhD, Diploma
- Course / stream: Relevant courses
- Income limit: Up to ₹2.5 Lakh/year
- Category: ST
- Domicile: Jammu & Kashmir
Mandatory Documents Checklist
- —Aadhaar Card
- —Domicile Certificate of J&K
- —Scheduled Tribe (ST) Caste Certificate
- —Income Certificate (family income under ₹2.5 Lakh)
- —Bonafide Student Certificate from Institution
- —Bank Passbook linked to Aadhaar
- —Recent Passport-size Photograph
Selection Process
Merit-cum-means selection based on eligibility criteria, verified by school and district nodal officers.
Renewal Policy
Must maintain continuous enrollment and pass the previous annual examinations.
How to Apply Online
Applications are submitted online via Online. Complete eKYC, upload scanned documents, and submit before the closing date.
- 1
Visit the National Scholarship Portal (NSP) website.
- 2
Register to get your One-Time Registration (OTR) ID.
- 3
Log in with OTR, fill in personal and educational details.
- 4
Select the "Umbrella Scheme for Education of ST Students (J&K)" under state schemes.
- 5
Upload all required documents and submit the application.
- 6
Track verification status through your school/college Nodal Officer.
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Official Last Date & Timelines
31 October 2026
The application window typically opens in August/September and closes in January/February.
Dates are subject to change per the provider's official notification. Apply well before the closing date.
Common Questions (FAQs)
Who can apply for the J&K ST Umbrella Scheme?
Students who are permanent residents of Jammu & Kashmir, belong to the Scheduled Tribe (ST) community, and have a family income not exceeding ₹2.5 Lakh per annum can apply.
What is the scholarship amount for ST students in J&K?
For Pre-Matric (Class 9-10), the allowance ranges from ₹2,250 to ₹5,250 per annum. For Post-Matric (Class 11 to PG), benefits include full tuition fee reimbursement and a monthly maintenance stipend depending on the course group.
How to apply for this ST scholarship in J&K?
You can apply online through the official National Scholarship Portal (NSP) at scholarships.gov.in during the active application window.
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