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Award of Pre-matric Scholarship to Scheduled Caste Students Studying from VI to X Standard in Government Schools and Government recognised Private Schools in the Union Territory of Puducherry

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.

Authority

State

Region

Puducherry

Status

Verified 2026

Updated

March 2026

What you get

The Scholarship shall be granted for 10 months in an academic year at the following rates: | - ₹1,500/- per annum per student from VI to VIII Standard i.e. (₹150/- per month per student for 10 months in an academic year). | - ₹2,500/- per annum per student from IX & X Standard i.e. (₹250/- per month per student for 10 months in an academic year).

Who can apply

Boys and girls belonging to Scheduled Caste Community and studying from VI to X Standard are eligible to avail of the Scholarship.; 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.; The scholarship will be available only if the student is continuing his/her studies satisfactorily i.e. he/she secures promotion to the next higher class annually.; The annual income of the parent/guardian shall not exceed ₹24,000/-.

Required Paperwork

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

Common Questions

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: | - [?]1,500/- per annum per student from VI to VIII Standard. | - [?]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/