The scheme “Post-Matric Scholarship” started in 1945 by the Tribal Welfare and Scheduled Caste (SC) Department, Madhya Pradesh, provides scholarships to Scheduled Tribe students studying in classes 11th, 12th, Colleges, PhD, and Professional Courses.
Benefits of the Scholarship
- Financial assistance for tuition fees and academic expenses
- Covers Class 11th, 12th, college, PhD, and professional courses
- No income limit for students enrolled in government institutions
- For non-government institutions, a maximum income limit of ₹6 lakh per annum applies
Eligibility Criteria
To qualify for the Post-Matric Scholarship for Scheduled Tribe Students in Madhya Pradesh, applicants must meet the following conditions:
The applicant must be a permanent resident of Madhya Pradesh.
The applicant must belong to the Scheduled Tribe (ST) category.
The applicant must be studying in:
- Class 11th or 12th
- College (Undergraduate & Postgraduate Courses)
- PhD & Research Programs
- Professional & Technical Courses
The applicant must be enrolled in a government or government self-financed educational institution (no income limit applies in these cases).
For students enrolled in non-government institutions (non-professional courses), the family’s annual income must not exceed ₹6.00 lakh.
Students studying in government-related courses are eligible for half the non-refundable compulsory fees, including tuition fees, at prescribed rates.
Application Process Online
1. Registration on the MPTAAS Portal
- Visit the MPTAAS Portal.
- Click on “New Beneficiary Profile Registration.”
- Fill in the required details (marked fields are mandatory).
- Upload necessary documents like ID proof, caste certificate, and domicile certificate.
- Click “Submit” after completing the form.
- Upon successful submission, a registration number will be generated.
2. Submitting the Application
- Visit the MPTAAS Portal and log in using your User ID and password.
- Select the Post Matric Scholarship Scheme from the available options.
- Fill in academic details, income details, and other relevant information.
- Upload the required documents.
- Click “Submit Application” to complete the process.
Offline applications
- Step 1: The interested applicant should visit (during office hours) the Assistant Commissioner Tribal Affairs Department / District Coordinator Tribal Welfare Department, and request the hard copy of the prescribed format of the application form from the concerned authority.
- Step 2: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, paste the passport-sized photograph (signed across, if required), and attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attest, if required).
- Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents, within the prescribed period (if any), to the authority.
- Step 4: Request a receipt or acknowledgement from the concerned authority to whom the application has been submitted. Ensure that the receipt contains essential details such as the date and time of submission, and a unique identification number (if applicable).
NOTE: Ensure that the application is submitted within the prescribed period, if any.
Documents Required
Applicants must submit scanned copies of the following documents:
- Passport-size Photograph
- Aadhaar Card
- Domicile Certificate of Madhya Pradesh
- Caste Certificate (Scheduled Tribe)
- Previous Class Passing Certificate/Marksheet
- Samagra ID (MP Government ID)
- Bank Account Details/Passbook Copy
- Any other supporting documents, if required
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Post-Matric Scholarship Scheme?
The scheme provides financial assistance to ST students pursuing higher education in Madhya Pradesh. - Who is eligible for this scholarship?
Scheduled Tribe students from Madhya Pradesh studying in Class 11th, 12th, college, PhD, or professional courses are eligible. - How is the scholarship amount disbursed?
The scholarship amount is transferred directly to the student’s Aadhaar-linked bank account through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT). - Is there a fee reimbursement for non-government institutions?
Yes, the scheme provides half the non-refundable compulsory fees, including tuition fees, for students in non-government institutions. - Do students need to be enrolled in government institutions to avail of this scholarship?
No, the scholarship is also available for students in non-government institutions, but income criteria apply in those cases. - How many years is the scholarship provided for?
The scholarship is awarded for the entire duration of the course, provided the student meets the eligibility criteria. - Is there an age limit for applicants?
No official age limit is specified, but the student must be actively enrolled in an eligible course.