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Free Education Scholarship for Professional Courses (Engineering, Medical, Agriculture, Veterinary, and Law)

This scheme provides full coverage of tuition fees, special fees, and examination fees for Backward Classes (BC), Most Backward Classes (MBC), and Denotified Communities (DNC) students pursuing professional courses.

Authority

State/ UT

Region

Tamil Nadu

Status

Verified 2026

Updated

March 2026

What you get

Financial Assistance: | - Full payment of tuition fees. | - Coverage of special and other non-refundable compulsory fees. | - Full reimbursement of examination fees as per government norms.

Who can apply

The beneficiary should be a student.; The beneficiary should be a resident of Tamil Nadu.; The beneficiary should belong to the Backward Classes (BC), Most Backward Classes (MBC), and Denotified Communities (DNC).; The beneficiary should be pursuing a professional course in a Government/Government Aided or Self-Financing college.; The beneficiary’s family income should not exceed ₹1,00,000/- annually.; There should be no graduate in the family.

Required Paperwork

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

Common Questions

What is the objective of this scheme?

This scheme provides full coverage of tuition fees, special fees, and examination fees for Backward Classes (BC), Most Backward Classes (MBC), and Denotified Communities (DNC) students pursuing professional courses.

Who is eligible for this scholarship?

Students from the Backward Classes (BC), Most Backward Classes (MBC), and Denotified Communities (DNC) are eligible, provided their family income does not exceed [?]1,00,000/- and there are no graduates in their family.

What courses are covered under this scheme?

The scholarship covers professional courses such as Engineering, Medical, Agriculture, Veterinary, and Law.

What fees are covered under this scholarship?

The scholarship covers tuition fees, special fees, other non-refundable compulsory fees, and the full examination fee.

Can students from self-financing colleges apply for this scholarship?

Yes, students enrolled in both government-aided and self-financing professional colleges are eligible.

What is the income limit for eligibility?

The family income of the applicant should not exceed [?]1,00,000/- per year.

What documents are necessary for the application?

Required documents include the caste certificate, income certificate, admission letter, no-graduate certificate, educational mark sheets, and address proof.

Where should the completed application be submitted?

The filled-out application, along with the necessary documents, should be submitted to the college administration for processing.

Are there any specific conditions related to the caste category?

Yes, the scholarship is only available to students belonging to the Backward Classes, Most Backward Classes, and Denotified Communities.

Does the scholarship cover hostel fees or other living expenses?

No, the scholarship only covers tuition fees, special fees, and examination fees; it does not include hostel fees or other living expenses.