The Pre-matric Scholarship for Scheduled Caste Students (Classes VI to X) is a welfare initiative by the Adi Dravidar Welfare Department, Government of Puducherry. This scheme offers financial assistance to Scheduled Caste (SC) students studying in Government Schools and Government-recognized Private Schools to promote education and reduce dropout rates at the secondary level.
Scheme Key Highlights (Short Summary)
• Scheme Name: Pre-matric Scholarship for SC Students (Class VI to X)
• Launched By: Adi Dravidar Welfare Department, Government of Puducherry
• Target Group: Scheduled Caste students in Classes VI to X
• Scholarship Amount: ₹1,500–₹2,500 per annum
• Disbursal Frequency: Monthly (for 10 months per academic year)
• Application Mode: Online via National Scholarship Portal
Benefits
| Class Level | Monthly Amount | Total Annual Assistance |
|---|---|---|
| Class VI to VIII | ₹150/month | ₹1,500/year |
| Class IX to X | ₹250/month | ₹2,500/year |
• The stipend is provided for 10 months in an academic year
• Helps reduce dropout rate among SC students by supporting secondary education
Eligibility Criteria
• Applicant must belong to the Scheduled Caste (SC) community
• Must be a resident of Puducherry (by birth or residing continuously for at least five years)
• Must be studying in Class VI to X in a Government or recognized Private School
• Annual family income should not exceed ₹24,000
• The student must be promoted to the next class each year to continue receiving the scholarship
Application Process
Online Steps via NSP Portal
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Visit the National Scholarship Portal
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Click “New Registration” for first-time applicants
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Fill in accurate personal and academic details
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Generate your Student Registration ID
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Log in with your registration ID and click on “Fresh Application”
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Fill the complete application form and click “Final Submit”
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Note the system-generated registration number for tracking
Documents Required
• Aadhaar Card (Identity Proof)
• Passport-size Photograph
• Educational Certificates / Mark Sheets
• SC Caste Certificate
• Income Certificate
• Residence-cum-Nativity Certificate issued by a competent authority
• Bank Account Details of the student or guardian
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the objective of the scheme?
The objective of the scheme is to provide financial assistance to Scheduled Caste students to complete their education up to the secondary level and to avoid dropping out of the Scheduled Caste students from their education. - Which is the implementing agency of this scheme?
Adi Dravidar Welfare Department, Union Territory of Puducherry - Who is eligible to get the benefit of the scheme?
The students belonging to Scheduled Caste Community and studying from VI to X Standard are eligible to avail of the Scholarship. - Is this scheme only for the native of the Union Territory of Puducherry?
Yes, the student should be a native of the Union Territory of Puducherry by virtue of birth or having residence for a continuous period of not less than five years. - What is the income criterion for applying under the scheme?
The annual income of the parent/guardian shall not exceed ₹24,000/-. However, the annual income of the parents/guardians shall not exceed the limit of income for the below poverty line prescribed by the Government from time to time. - What is the benefit of the scheme?
The Scholarship shall be granted in an academic year at the following rates:
1. ₹1,500/- per annum per student from VI to VIII Standard.
2. ₹2,500/- per annum per student from IX & X Standard. - How to apply for this scholarship?
Online submission of the application form can be done through the website of the National Scholarship Portal. https://scholarships.gov.in/
Sources and References
• National Scholarship Portal
• Guidelines
• Scheme Notifications