The Tamil Nadu Scholarships to Students Studying in Central Government Institutions scheme, run by the Backward Classes, Most Backward Classes and Minorities Welfare Department, supports meritorious students from the Backward Classes (BC), Most Backward Classes (MBC), and Denotified Communities (DNC). This initiative offers significant financial aid to students enrolled in undergraduate (UG) and postgraduate (PG) courses at top national institutions like IITs, IIMs, IIITs, NITs, and Central Universities.
Scheme Key Highlights (Short Summary)
• Authority: Tamil Nadu Backward Classes, MBC & Minorities Welfare Department
• Beneficiaries: BC, MBC, DNC students of Tamil Nadu
• Covered Institutions: IITs, IIMs, IIITs, NITs, Central Universities
• Financial Cap: Up to ₹2,00,000 per year
• Parental Income Limit: ₹2,50,000 per year
Benefits
• Annual Financial Assistance: Up to ₹2,00,000 per student
• Covers: Tuition fees, examination fees, and other compulsory institutional charges
Eligibility Criteria
• Must be a resident of Tamil Nadu
• Must belong to Backward Classes (BC), Most Backward Classes (MBC), or Denotified Communities (DNC)
• Must be studying UG or PG courses in IITs, IIMs, IIITs, NITs, or Central Universities
• Parental annual income should not exceed ₹2,50,000
Application Process
Offline Process
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Download Forms:
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[Fresh Application Form (Download Link)]
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[Renewal Application Form (Download Link)]
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Fill Application: Complete the form carefully.
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Submit to Institution: Submit the filled form to your college Principal for concurrence.
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Forward to Directorate: The institution will send the approved form with all enclosures to:
Documents Required
• Recent photograph
• Birth certificate
• Community certificate
• Nativity certificate
• Income certificate (post 01.04.2023)
• Aadhaar card copy
• Entrance exam mark sheet
• Admission order
• Bonafide certificate from the institution
• Institution identity card copy
• Academic certificate
• First page of bank passbook (account no. and IFSC code)
• Fee payment receipts for 2023-24 (all semesters)
Note: All copies must be self-attested.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the objective of this scheme?
The scholarship provides financial assistance to students from Tamil Nadu’s BC, MBC, and DNC communities pursuing UG/PG courses at premier Central Government institutions like IITs, IIMs, IIITs, NITs, and Central Universities. - Who is eligible for this scholarship?
The scholarship is available to students from the Backward Classes (BC), Most Backward Classes (MBC), and Denotified Communities (DNC) who are natives of Tamil Nadu and studying at IITs, IIMs, IIITs, NITs, or Central Universities. - What is the maximum annual family income for eligibility?
The annual family income must not exceed ₹2,50,000/- for students to be eligible for the scholarship. - Which institutions are covered under this scholarship?
The scholarship covers students enrolled in IITs, IIMs, IIITs, NITs, and Central Universities. - What is the scholarship amount?
The scholarship reimburses tuition fees, exam fees, and other compulsory fees up to ₹2,00,000/- per year. - How long will the scholarship amount be reimbursed?
The scholarship amount will be reimbursed every year for the entire duration of the student’s UG/PG course. - Is the reimbursement made directly to the student?
Yes, the reimbursement is made directly to the student every year. - Can students from other states apply for the scholarship?
No, only students who are natives of Tamil Nadu are eligible to apply. - Is there a limit to the number of scholarships awarded?
Yes, if the number of applications exceeds the available scholarships, students will be selected based on their marks in the plus two public exams. - Does the scholarship cover all fees?
The scholarship covers tuition, exam fees, and other compulsory fees, or up to Rs. 2 lakh per year, whichever is lesser. - How can students apply for the scholarship?
Students must fill out the application form, get it approved by the principal of their institution, and submit it to the Commissioner of Backward Classes Welfare. - Where can students get assistance with the application process?
Students can seek assistance from the District Backward Classes and Minorities Welfare Office in their district.
Sources and References
• Official Guidelines
• Community List
• Download Application Forms