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Encouragement Scheme for Taking Admission in Science and Contemporary Subjects

This scheme provides scholarships to Scheduled Tribe students who have passed Class 10 and enrolled in Class 11 Science stream, and to those who have passed Class 12 and enrolled in a B.Sc. course in Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, or Biology.

Authority

State/ UT

Region

Madhya Pradesh

Status

Verified 2026

Updated

March 2026

What you get

Under this scheme, scholarships will be provided to Scheduled Tribe students at the following rates: | - Students who passed Class 10th and are enrolled in Class 11th in the Science stream: ₹2,000/-- Students who passed Class 12th and are enrolled in a B.Sc. course in Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, or Biology: ₹3,000/-

Who can apply

Students who have completed Class 10 and are currently enrolled in Class 11 with a Science stream.; Students who have completed Class 12 and are currently pursuing a B.Sc. degree in Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, or Biology.

Required Paperwork

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

Common Questions

What are the main objectives of this scheme?

To encourage Scheduled Tribe students to pursue education in Science and Contemporary subjects by providing financial support.

Who is eligible for this scheme?

Native Scheduled Tribe students of Madhya Pradesh who have passed Class 10 and are enrolled in Class 11 Science stream or those who have passed Class 12 and are pursuing a B.Sc. degree in Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, or Biology.

Do students from other states qualify for this scheme?

No, only students who are native to Madhya Pradesh are eligible.

What are the scholarship amounts under this scheme?

[?]2,000 for students who passed Class 10 and are enrolled in Class 11 Science, and [?]3,000 for students who passed Class 12 and are enrolled in a B.Sc. course in the specified subjects.

How is the scholarship amount disbursed?

The scholarship amount is typically credited directly to the student's bank account or through other prescribed methods.

How can eligible students apply for the scheme?

Students can apply through the MPTAASC Portal. https://www.tribal.mp.gov.in/MPTAAS

Is there an application fee for this scheme?

No, there is no application fee for applying to the scheme.

How can students check the status of their application?

Current status information is sent to the registered email and SMS. The applicant can also track their application status through the MPTAASC Portal. https://www.tribal.mp.gov.in/MPTAAS