The scheme “Award of Post-Matric Scholarship to Scheduled Caste Students” was introduced by the Adi Dravidar Welfare Department, Government of Puducherry. The objective of the scheme is to benefit the students who are studying at the Post-matric level or Post-Secondary stage to complete their education.
Benefits
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Admissable fee fixed by Fee Committee. Reimbursement charged by the institution and award of maintenance allowance for hostlers or day scholars.
Eligibility Criteria
- The applicant should be from a Scheduled Caste.
- The applicant should be a student studying at the Post-Matric level or Post Secondary Stage.
- The applicant should be a Native/Resident of the Union Territory of Puducherry for not less than 5 years.
- The annual income should not exceed ₹ 2,00,000/-.
Application Process
Offline Process:
- Step 1: Visit the Adi Dravidar Welfare and Scheduled Tribes Welfare Department office (during office hours). Request the hard copy of the prescribed application form from the staff responsible for issuing and collecting filled-in forms.
- Step 2: Fill in the required details in the application form. Paste the passport-sized photograph (signed across if required) and attach the mandatory documents (self-attested if needed).
- Step 3: Submit the completed application form along with the documents to the concerned authority.
- Step 4: Ask for a receipt or acknowledgment from the concerned authority. Ensure that the receipt includes essential details such as the submission date, time, and a unique identification number if applicable.
Online Process:
Step 2: At the top right corner of the home page, click “Login“. In the login screen, click “Register a New Membership“.
Step 3: On the Registration Page, fill in all the mandatory fields: Username, Password, Confirm Password, Personal Details (Full Name, First Name, Email Address, Address, Current Address, Gender, Date of Birth, Mobile Number). Agree to the declaration. Fill in the Captcha Code, and click “Signup”.
Step 5: At the top right corner of the home page, click “Login“. In the login screen, provide your Username and Password, fill in the Captcha Code, and click “Sign In”.
Step 6: On the next screen, a list of schemes by the Government of Puducherry will be displayed Department-wise.
Step 7: Click on the scheme you wish to apply for. You will be taken to its online application form.
Step 8: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields (marked with a red asterisk) and upload all the mandatory documents (self-attest if required).
Step 9: Tick the declaration stating “I hereby declare that the above-mentioned details are true and correct as per the best of my Knowledge”. Submit the application and note the application number for tracking your application. The application number will also be received on your Registered Mobile Number / Registered Email ID.
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Documents Required
- Residence-cum-Nativity Certificate issued by the competent authority.
- Caste Certificate for Scheduled Caste status.
- Recent Passport-size Photograph.
- Aadhaar Card (or Aadhaar Enrollment ID if unavailable).
- Bank Passbook.
- Bonafide Certificate from the educational institution.
- Fee Structure of the institution.
- Hostel Certificate (if applicable).
- Income Certificate.
- Transfer Certificate.
- Attested copies of qualifying certificates (SSLC, +2, Degree, Diploma, etc.).
If the applicant doesn’t have an Aadhaar card, the following documents can be submitted:
- Bank or Post Office Passbook with a photo.
- Permanent Account Number (PAN) Card.
- Passport.
- Ration Card.
- Voter Identity Card.
- MGNREGA Card.
- Kisan Photo Passbook.
- Driving License.
- Certificate of Identity from a Gazetted Officer or Tehsildar.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- How are institution charges handled under this scheme?
The fee, as fixed by the Fee Committee, is repaid under this scheme. - What is the principal eligibility factor based on the caste of the applicant?
The applicant must be of the Scheduled Caste category. - What are the educational levels that are covered under the scheme?
The scheme covers students at the Post-Matric level or Post-Secondary level. - Is there a specific authority that issues the Residence-cum-nativity Certificate?
The competent authority of the revenue department of Puducherry issues the certificate. - What documents are required for application?
The documents required are residence, caste, income, education, and a bank passbook. - What is the maximum annual income to be eligible?
The aggregate annual income should not exceed ₹2,00,000. - What benefits are eligible under this scheme?
Reimbursement of tuition fee, maintenance allowance, and students with disabilities allowance. - What is the primary objective of the scheme of scholarship?
For enabling the further study of Scheduled Caste students at the post-matric level. - Is compensation provided if there is a delay in paying the benefits under the scheme?
Compensation has not been discussed in the guidelines of the scheme. - Can application also be filed by students who are residents of neighboring states/UTs for this scheme?
No, the scholarship is limited to the residents of Puducherry. - Where can I get the URL of the website of Adi Dravidar Welfare and Scheduled Tribes Welfare Department?
Kindly visit the official portal of the Puducherry government or the National Scholarship Portal for more information. - Is there a deadline to submit an application for the scheme?
The application deadline usually gets determined by the department in every academic session. The aspirants can see for themselves in the official website.