The “Post-Matric Scholarship to Scheduled Castes / Scheduled Tribes Candidates” was introduced by the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR), Department of Agricultural Research and Education (DARE). The scheme aims to provide financial assistance to students from economically weaker sections, enabling them to complete undergraduate courses in agriculture and allied sciences.
The scholarship is available for students pursuing Bachelor’s Degrees in various agricultural disciplines, including:
- B.Sc. (Agriculture)
- B.V.Sc. (Veterinary Science)
- B.Sc. (Agricultural Engineering)
- B.Sc. (Home Science)
- B.F.Sc. (Fisheries Science)
- B.Sc. (Forestry)
Benefits of the Scholarship
Value of Scholarship
- ₹1,000 per month as a stipend.
- ₹750 per annum as a contingent grant to cover expenses such as tuition fees, purchase of books, and uniforms.
Duration of Scholarship
The scholarship covers the entire duration of the undergraduate degree program for which the student is admitted. Last Date is whole year after admission student can apply forthis.
Eligibility Criteria
To qualify for this scholarship, the applicant must:
- Belong to the Scheduled Caste (SC) or Scheduled Tribe (ST) community, as recognized by the Government of India.
- Be admitted to an Agricultural University in an undergraduate degree program in Agriculture & Allied Sciences.
Application Process
Online Application Steps
- Scholarship Remittance:
- The scholarship and contingent grant will be sent directly to the institutions by ICAR.
- Institutions must submit a demand request to ICAR through their Registrar/Comptroller in the prescribed format:
Application Proforma (PMS-2017)
- Eligibility Confirmation:
- Students will start receiving the scholarship from the date of admission.
Selection Procedure
- Tentative distribution of scholarships will be allocated to various agricultural universities based on the reserved SC/ST seats in each university.
- The final allotment will depend on the actual number of SC/ST students admitted, ensuring a proportional distribution of scholarships across universities.
Documents Required
Applicants must submit the following documents:
- Recent Passport-Sized Photograph
- Aadhaar Number
- Caste Certificate
- Details of Aadhaar-Linked Bank Account
- Residential/Domicile Certificate
- Proof of Admission
- Identity Proof (Government ID)
- Marksheets of the Previous Qualified Examination
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q1: Do I have to complete the online application in one sitting?
No, you can save and continue your application later. However, ensure all details are filled correctly before submission.
Q2: What is the eligibility criteria for this scholarship?
Students must belong to the Scheduled Caste (SC) or Scheduled Tribe (ST) category and must be enrolled in an Agricultural University’s undergraduate degree program in agriculture or allied sciences.
Q4: What is the duration of the scholarship?
The entire duration of the student’s undergraduate degree program.
Q5: What is the procedure for selection?
Scholarships are tentatively allocated based on the reserved seats for SC/ST students in Agricultural Universities. The final allocation is made based on actual admissions.
Q6: Can students receiving this scholarship apply for other scholarships?
No, students availing of this scholarship cannot receive any other scholarship or concession simultaneously.
Q8: Is the scholarship admissible in case of maternity leave?
Yes, maternity leave of up to 4 months is permissible under this scholarship scheme.
Q10: How many scholarships are awarded annually?
The exact number of scholarships varies each year based on the number of admissions in Agricultural Universities.
Q11: Is there any earmarking of the scholarships?
Yes, scholarships are allocated to Agricultural Universities based on the number of SC/ST students admitted.