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Arunachal Pradesh State Stipend Scheme

Under this scheme, provide financial support to scheduled tribe (ST) students pursuing higher and technical education through stipends and book grants.

Authority

State

Region

Arunachal Pradesh

Status

Verified 2026

Updated

March 2026

What you get

Tangible Benefits: | - Monthly Stipend for the duration of the course (except vacation periods). | - Initial Book Grant for the first year. | - Subsequent Book Grant for the following years. | Mode of Disbursement: | - For students within Arunachal Pradesh: Disbursed by the Head of Institution. | - For students outside Arunachal Pradesh: Disbursed via Demand Draft by the Sanctioning Authority to Heads of Institutions. | Frequency of Disbursement: | - Monthly, except for vacation periods. | - Begins from the month of admission (if before the 20th of the month), otherwise from the following month. | Conditions for Benefit: | - Continued only on satisfactory academic progress and good conduct. | - Stipend will be withheld or canceled for misconduct, poor attendance (<75%), or unsatisfactory progress. | - Not valid for dual/subsidiary courses (e.g., LLB with MA), correspondence, or distance education.

Who can apply

If a girl student fails in a class, she may be allowed to receive the stipend once more for the same class, in the following year, with a specific recommendation from the Head of the Institution.

Required Paperwork

  • Aadhaar Card
  • PAN Card
  • Income Certificate
  • Residence Proof (Domicile)

Common Questions

Who is eligible for the stipend?

ST students of Arunachal Pradesh pursuing full-time recognized courses.

Is the scheme applicable to private institutions?

Only if the institution is recognized by the government/regulatory authorities.

Can employed students apply?

No, full-time employed students are not eligible.

What happens if a student fails a class?

The stipend is discontinued, except for a one-time relaxation for girls students.

Can the stipend be combined with other scholarships?

No, students must opt for one if awarded more than one.

How is the stipend disbursed?

Directly by the head of the institution or through demand drafts.

Is the stipend given during vacations?

No, it is only applicable during active academic months.

When does the stipend start?

From the month of admission if before the 20th; else from next month.

Is LLB with MA allowed under the scheme?

No, subsidiary or additional dual courses are excluded.

Can distance learning students apply?

No, only full-time regular students are eligible.

What is the deadline for application submission?

As notified by the State Government, each year.

Who disburses the stipend for out-of-state students?

Sanctioning Authority via a demand draft to the institution.

What if a student’s attendance falls below 75%?

They become ineligible unless there's a certified reason.