The “Pre-Matric Scholarship Scheme” was launched by the Backward Classes (BC), Most Backward Classes (MBC), and Denotified Communities (DNC) Welfare Department, Tamil Nadu to provide financial support to students from these communities. The scheme covers tuition and examination fees for students studying from Class 6 to Class 10 to ensure their continued education without financial burden.
Benefits of the Scheme
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For Students in Class 6th to 8th
- Tuition Fee: ₹200/- per year (₹20/- per month for 10 months)
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For Students in Class 9th to 10th
- Tuition Fee: ₹250/- per year (₹25/- per month for 10 months)
- Examination Fee (for Class 10th students): Full coverage of the exam fee
Eligibility Criteria
- The applicant must be a student studying in Tamil Nadu.
- The student must belong to one of the following categories:
- Backward Classes (BC)
- Most Backward Classes (MBC)
- Denotified Communities (DNC)
- Parental annual income should not exceed ₹1,00,000 (for BC students only).
- There should be no graduate in the family (for BC students only).
- The student must be studying in an English-medium school for 11th and 12th standard students.
Application Process
Offline Application
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Collect the Application Form:
- The applicant should collect the prescribed application form from their educational institution.
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Fill Out the Form:
- Complete all the mandatory fields in the application form.
- Attach a passport-size photograph (signed across if required).
- Attach self-attested copies of all required documents.
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Submit the Application:
- Submit the completed application form along with supporting documents to the concerned institution.
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Obtain Acknowledgment:
- Request a receipt or acknowledgment from the concerned authority.
- Ensure the acknowledgment includes the date, time of submission, and a unique identification number (if applicable).
Documents Required
- Proof of Identity (Aadhaar Card or any other government-issued ID)
- Caste Certificate (BC/MBC/DNC Certificate)
- Income Certificate (for BC students only)
- Admission Letter or Proof of Enrollment (6th to 10th standard)
- Bank Account Details
- No-Graduate Certificate (for BC students only)
- Any Additional Documents (if required by the institution)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: What is the objective of the “Pre-Matric Scholarship Scheme”?
A: The scheme provides financial support for tuition and examination fees to BC, MBC, and DNC students studying in Classes 6 to 10 in Tamil Nadu.
Q: Who is eligible for the Pre-Matric Scholarship Scheme?
A: Students from Backward Classes (BC), Most Backward Classes (MBC), and Denotified Communities (DNC) in Tamil Nadu studying in Classes 6 to 10 are eligible.
Q: What is the income limit for BC students?
A: The annual family income should not exceed ₹1,00,000 for BC students.
Q: Are there any income restrictions for MBC students?
A: No, there are no income restrictions for MBC and DNC students under this scheme.
Q: What benefits are provided through the scheme?
A: The scheme covers tuition fees for students in Classes 6 to 10 and examination fees for Class 10 students.
Q: How much is the tuition fee for students in Classes 6th to 8th?
A: ₹200 per year (₹20 per month for 10 months).
Q: How much is the tuition fee for students in Classes 9th and 10th?
A: ₹250 per year (₹25 per month for 10 months).
Q: Is the examination fee covered under the scheme?
A: Yes, the full examination fee for Class 10 students is covered.
Q: Is there any age limit to apply for the scholarship?
A: No specific age limit is mentioned, but the student must be in the eligible class range (6th to 10th standard).
Q: Where can students get the application form?
A: The application form can be collected from the educational institution where the student is studying.