Post Matric Scholarship for SC Students

About this scheme

The Post Matric Scholarship for SC Students is a flagship welfare and educational empowerment scheme introduced by the Ministry of Education (Department of Higher Education), Government of India, to facilitate access to higher education for students from Scheduled Caste (SC) communities. The scheme aims to encourage SC students, particularly those from economically weaker sections, to pursue studies beyond secondary education (post-matric level) across diverse academic disciplines. By providing comprehensive financial support including tuition fee reimbursement, living allowances, book allowances, and special provisions for differently-abled students, the scheme removes financial barriers to education. The scholarship is available for full-time undergraduate (UG) and postgraduate (PG) programmes at recognized Indian colleges, universities, and technical institutions. Named as a continuation and extension of educational empowerment, the scheme reflects India's constitutional commitment to social justice and inclusive development of all sections of society.

Eligibility

• Category: Must belong to a Scheduled Caste (SC) as per the Constitution of India and listed in the official SC list
• Course Level: Enrolled in any full-time undergraduate (Bachelor's) or postgraduate (Master's/Professional) programme at recognized Indian colleges, universities, deemed universities, or technical institutions
• Academic Performance: Minimum 50% marks or equivalent CGPA in the qualifying examination (Class 12 for UG; Bachelor's degree for PG)
• Annual Family Income: For scholarship amount determination: Family annual income should be below ₹4,50,000 (criteria may vary; income-based categorization applies for determining award amount)
• Continuation in Education: Must be continuing in the same course/institution and should have passed previous examination(s) with minimum required performance
• Age Limit: No specific upper age limit; must be a regular full-time student
• Citizenship: Indian citizen

Benefits

• Full Tuition Fee Reimbursement: Actual tuition fee charged by the institution (for eligible students)
• Monthly Living Allowance: ₹1,500-₹4,000 per month depending on income category and course level
• Book and Stationery Allowance: ₹1,500-₹3,000 per annum
• Special Contingency Grant: ₹2,000-₹5,000 per annum for academic-related expenses (lab fees, project materials, etc.)
• Special Provisions for PwD (Persons with Disabilities): Additional allowance of ₹2,000 per month if applicable
• Maintenance Allowance for Hostellers: Additional ₹1,000-₹1,500 per month for students residing in institution hostels
• Medical Allowance: Special provision for medical emergencies
• No employment bond or payback requirement
• Transportation Allowance: For students commuting from home

Required documents

• Completed application form (prescribed format)
• Class 12 marksheet / Qualifying exam certificate (for UG applicants)
• Bachelor's degree marksheet (for PG applicants)
• Scheduled Caste (SC) CertificateIssued by District Revenue Officer / Taluk/Tehsil office, valid and not older than 3 years
• Annual Family Income CertificateIssued by District Revenue Officer, Taluk Office, or authorized municipal official
• Current year college enrollment/admission certificate
• Pass Certificate from previous examination (for continuing students)
• Bank Passbook (first page with account holder name and IFSC code)
• Aadhaar Card (copy)
• Passport-sized photographs (3-4 copies)
• Disability Certificate(optional)Issued by District Medical Board if student is PWD and eligible for special allowance
• Domicile Certificate (state residence proof)(optional)
• Migration Certificate (if from another state)(optional)
• Certificate of Residence(optional)For hostel residence allowance claim

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