The Madhya Pradesh State Government ST Scholarship 2025 is a Pre-Matric scholarship scheme launched by the Tribal Affairs Department, Government of Madhya Pradesh, to promote school education among Scheduled Tribe (ST) students. The scheme offers direct financial assistance to Class 9 and 10 ST students across government and recognized schools in the state. The aim is to reduce dropout rates and uplift the socio-educational status of tribal communities.
Scheme Key Highlights (Short Summary)
• State: Madhya Pradesh
• Department: Tribal Affairs Department, Govt. of MP
• Target Group: Scheduled Tribe (ST) students of Classes 9 and 10
• Scholarship Type: Pre-Matric
• Scholarship Amount:
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₹600/year for boys
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₹1,300/year for girls
• Application Mode: Offline (via School Principal)
• Disbursement: Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) to student’s bank account
• Income Limit: No income restriction
Benefits
• ₹600 per annum for ST boys in Class 9 and 10
• ₹1,300 per annum for ST girls in Class 9 and 10
• Amount is credited directly to the student’s bank account
• Support continues even if the student fails in a year
• No reapplication required for scholarship renewal
Eligibility Criteria
• Applicant must be a resident of Madhya Pradesh
• Must belong to the Scheduled Tribe (ST) category
• Must be enrolled in Class 9 or 10 in a recognized school
• No income limit or parental income restriction
• Students are eligible for one failure year and will still receive benefits
Exclusions
• Students from other states studying in Madhya Pradesh are not eligible
• Applicants not belonging to the ST category are excluded
• Students not enrolled in Class 9 or 10 are not eligible
• Incomplete or invalid document submissions may lead to rejection
Application Process (Offline)
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Visit the School Principal: Eligible students must contact the principal of their school.
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Document Verification: Submit necessary documents to verify ST status and identity.
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Portal Entry by School: The student’s profile is entered into the MP Shiksha Portal (https://shikshaportal.mp.gov.in) by the school teacher based on submitted certificates.
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No Reapplication Required: Once applied, students do not need to reapply for renewal.
Documents Required
• Passport-size Photograph
• Aadhaar Card
• Domicile Certificate (Madhya Pradesh)
• ST Caste Certificate
• Samagra ID
• Bank Passbook or Account Details
• Any other documents as requested by the school
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- Who is eligible for the scholarship under this scheme?
Students must be natives of Madhya Pradesh, studying in Class 9 or Class 10, and belong to the Scheduled Tribe category. - Is there any restriction on the annual family income of the students for eligibility?
No, there is no restriction on the annual family income of the students. - How much scholarship amount is provided to boys under this scheme?
Boys in Classes 9 and 10 will receive ₹600/- per year. - How much scholarship amount is provided to girls under this scheme?
Girls in Classes 9 and 10 will receive ₹1,300/- per year. - How is the scholarship amount disbursed to the students?
The scholarship amount is transferred directly into the student’s bank account. - Can students apply for this scholarship if they fail in a year?
Yes, students are eligible for the scholarship even if they fail for one year. - Is reapplication required for the renewal of the scholarship?
No, reapplication is not required for the renewal of the scholarship. - How can students apply for this scholarship?
Eligible students can contact the Principal of their respective schools/institutions to apply for the scholarship. - Can students from other states apply for this scholarship if they study in Madhya Pradesh?
No, only students who are natives of Madhya Pradesh are eligible for this scholarship.