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Post-Matric Scholarship for SC Students

Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment

Amount
Full tuition fee + ₹3,000 - ₹13,000 maintenance allowance per month
Deadline
November 2026 (Expected)
States
All India
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About This Scholarship

The Post-Matric Scholarship for SC students covers complete tuition fees and provides monthly maintenance allowance. It is one of the most comprehensive government scholarship schemes in India.

This is a government scholarship classified as sc/st/obc. It provides financial support of Full tuition fee + ₹3,000 - ₹13,000 maintenance allowance per month to eligible students. The scheme is offered by Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment and is applicable in All India.

Provider
Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment
Amount
Full tuition fee + ₹3,000 - ₹13,000 maintenance allowance per month
Deadline
November 2026 (Expected)
Coverage
All India
Courses
1 eligible
Type
Government · SC/ST/OBC

Eligibility Criteria

Who Can Apply

  • Belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) category
  • Family annual income below ₹2.5 lakh
  • Studying post-matric or post-secondary level
  • Minimum 50% attendance in previous year

Eligible Courses

All post-matric courses including MBBS, Nursing, Pharmacy, Engineering, MBA

Applicable States

All India

How to Apply — Step by Step

1

Apply through National Scholarship Portal

2

Get application verified by institution

3

District welfare officer verification

4

Funds disbursed to institution and student separately

Official Application Portal

Apply directly on the official scholarship website:

scholarships.gov.in

Documents Required

Caste Certificate (SC)
Income Certificate
Aadhaar Card
Previous Year Marksheet
Bank Account Details
Institution Bonafide Certificate

Important

Keep all original documents and 2 sets of photocopies ready. Ensure income and caste certificates are recent (issued within last 6 months). Bank account must be in student's name and linked with Aadhaar for DBT.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I apply for scholarships in India?
Most government scholarships can be applied through the National Scholarship Portal (scholarships.gov.in). Register with your Aadhaar number, fill the application form, upload documents, and submit. State scholarships have their own portals — e.g., MahaDBT for Maharashtra, SSP for Karnataka. Private scholarships have separate application portals.
Can I apply for multiple scholarships at once?
Yes, you can apply for multiple scholarships but you may not receive benefits from more than one central government scholarship at the same time. However, you can combine a central scholarship with a state or private scholarship in most cases. Always check the terms of each scholarship.
What documents are needed for scholarship applications?
Common documents include: Aadhaar Card, income certificate, caste/community certificate (if applicable), previous marksheets, college admission letter, bank passbook (in student name), passport size photos, and domicile certificate. Some scholarships may require additional documents.
When is the best time to apply for scholarships?
Most government scholarships open applications between July-November each year, shortly after the academic session begins. Private scholarships may have different timelines. We recommend applying as early as possible after college admission to avoid missing deadlines.
Are scholarships available for private college students?
Yes, many government scholarships like NSP Central Sector Scheme, Post-Matric Scholarship, and AICTE Pragati cover students in recognized private institutions. The key requirement is that the institution must be recognized/approved by the relevant regulatory body (UGC, AICTE, PCI, INC, etc.).

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