The Department for the Welfare of Differently Abled Persons, Government of Tamil Nadu, offers the “Scholarship for Students with Disabilities (Above Grade 8)” program. This initiative provides financial assistance to differently-abled students enrolled in government-recognized schools, colleges, or training centers, helping them cover educational expenses and encouraging their academic pursuits.
Benefits
- For students studying from 9th to 12th Standard: ₹4,000/- per annum.
- For Degree Courses: ₹6,000/- per annum.
- For Postgraduate, Medical, Engineering, Vocational, and Other Professional Courses: ₹7,000/- per annum.
Eligibility Criteria
- The beneficiary must be a student.
- The beneficiary must be a differently abled person.
- The beneficiary must be a student of the following courses:
- 9th to 12th Standard.
- Degree Courses.
- Postgraduate, Medical, Engineering, Vocational, and Other Professional Courses.
- The beneficiary must be differently abled, who are studying in government-recognized schools/colleges/training centers.
- The beneficiary must have obtained not less than 40% of the marks in the previous qualifying examination.
Application Process
Offline Mode
- Visit the District Differently Abled Welfare Officer’s Office during working hours and request a hard copy of the application form.
- Fill out the application form with all the required details.
- Attach copies of the mandatory documents (self-attest, if required).
- Submit the completed application form along with the documents to the District Differently Abled Welfare Officer.
- Request an acknowledgment receipt from the officer. Ensure the receipt contains essential details such as:
- Date and time of submission.
- Unique identification number (if applicable).
Documents Required
- Certificate from the head of the institution (confirming student enrollment).
- National Identity Card of the Differently Abled.
- Statement of Marks from the previous qualifying examination.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1: Who qualifies for the scholarship covering over eighth grade?
Students enrolled in a government-recognized institution in 9th standard or above with different degrees of disability qualify.
Q2: For eligibility on the prior qualifying exam, what minimum marks are needed?
A2: The pupil has to have scored at least forty percent on the last qualifying test.
Q3: Does applicant age count anything?
A3: The applicant has to be registered in an approved course; there is no stated age limit.
Q4: Are private institution students eligible?
A4: Only eligible are students enrolled in government-approved universities, colleges, or training facilities.
Q5: Exist any particular eligible disability criteria?
A5: The applicant has to be formally identified as a differently-abled person with a current valid National Disability Identity Card.
Q6:Can students from other states apply for this scholarship?
A6: Just Tamil Nadu’s permanent residents qualify.
Q7: Does student preference exist depending on their academic performance?
A7: Although eligibility requires 40% marks, those who perform better academically could have more chances of acceptance.
Q8: Does any clause allow for particular consideration in case of extreme disabilities?
A8: As per government discretion, special considerations depending on degree and type of disability may be given.
Q9: Apart from the scholarship, are any further advantages or help given?
A9: This program especially addresses financial support for schooling. The District Differently Abled Welfare Office might, however, offer further support services depending on personal need.
Q10: Where ought complaints to be directed?
At their appropriate District Differently Abled Welfare Officer’s office, applicants can answer questions, handle issues, and request assistance.
Sources and References
- [Citizen’s Charter (2022)]
- Department for the Welfare of Differently Abled Persons, Government of Tamil Nadu