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Free Education Scholarship for Three-Year Diploma (Polytechnic Courses)

This scheme provides free education scholarships for students from Backward Classes, Most Backward Classes, and Denotified Communities pursuing 3-year Diploma courses in Government and Government-Aided Polytechnics.

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 De-notified Communities (DNC).; The beneficiary should be pursuing studying in 3 year Diploma courses in Government and Government Aided Polytechnics.; The beneficiary’s family income should not exceed ₹1,00,000/- annually.; There should not be any Diploma/ 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 free education scholarships for students from Backward Classes, Most Backward Classes, and Denotified Communities pursuing 3-years Diploma courses in Government and Government-Aided Polytechnics.

Who is eligible to apply for this scholarship?

Students from Backward Classes (BC), Most Backward Classes (MBC), and Denotified Communities (DNC) who are pursuing three-year Diploma courses in Government or Government-Aided Polytechnics.

What does the scholarship cover?

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

Is there an income limit for eligibility?

Yes, the annual income of the applicant's parents should not exceed [?]1,00,000/-.

Can a student apply if another family member holds a diploma or graduate degree?

No, the scholarship requires that there be no diploma or graduate holders in the applicant's family.

Are students from private polytechnics eligible?

No, the scholarship is only available to students enrolled in Government and Government-Aided Polytechnics.

How long does the scholarship last?

The scholarship is available for the entire three-year duration of the Diploma course.

When was this scheme introduced?

The scheme was introduced on May 7, 2012.

What documents are required for the application?

Applicants need to provide an income certificate, community certificate, proof of diploma admission, and an affidavit stating that no family member holds a diploma or graduate degree.

Does the income certificate need to be in a specific format?

Yes, the income certificate must be issued by a recognized government authority in the prescribed format.