State SchemeVerified for 2026
Tamil Nadu Post-Matric Scholarship for SC/ST Last Date & Deadlines 2026
Application Deadline
30 November 2026
Applications usually open in July and close by late November or December.
Timeline Details & Extensions
Applications must be submitted and finalized before 11:59 PM on the closing date. We advise students to submit applications at least a week in advance to avoid last-minute server bottlenecks.
- Institute-level verification continues for 15-30 days after the student application deadline.
- Incomplete or unfinalized drafts are auto-rejected on the last date.
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 SC/ST students under management quota get this scholarship?
Students admitted under the 7.5% government school reservation quota in private professional colleges are covered. Regular management quota is generally not eligible.
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 599 7638, support.tnscholarship@tn.gov.in