Grant of Retention Scholarship to Scheduled Caste Girl Students

Grant of Retention Scholarship to Scheduled Caste Girl Students gives financial support to primary school girls from the Scheduled Caste community in Puducherry, helping their families cover costs while making sure the girls stay in school and complete their primary education.

Adi Dravidar Welfare Department, Government of Puducherry has kept this scheme active for the 2026-27 academic year and applications are open now.

Grant of Retention Scholarship to Scheduled Caste Girl Students

Eligibility

You should meet these criteria to get the scholarship:

You must be a girl student belonging to the Scheduled Caste community.

You should be studying in Class I to V in a government or recognized private school inside the Union Territory of Puducherry.

You must be a native of Puducherry or have lived there for at least five continuous years.

Your family's total annual income must not cross ₹24,000.

Scholarships can be cancelled for misconduct or if the application has false info. Authorities may recover funds in such cases.

Benefits

This scheme gives ₹1,000 per year under the Grant of Retention Scholarship. The money helps as ₹100 monthly support for 10 months in an academic year.

You should keep studying in a recognized school in Puducherry to continue getting the benefit. The scholarship stays with you as long as you get promoted to the next class every year.

Documents

Keep these documents ready for a smooth application:

1. Identity proof such as your Aadhaar Card
2. A recent passport size photograph
3. Your academic certificates or mark sheets
4. A valid Caste Certificate
5. An Income Certificate for your family
6. A Nativity or Residence Proof for Puducherry
7. A copy of your Bank Account details

How to Apply

You can apply online through the official portal. Follow these steps:

STEP 1 - Visit the official scheme page at https://www.py.gov.in/grant-retention-scholarship-sc-girl-students and look for the application section.

STEP 2 - Click on the application link and register yourself on the portal with accurate personal and academic details.

STEP 3 - Upload all required documents including your Aadhaar Card, caste certificate, and income certificate.

STEP 4 - Submit the form and save the registration number you get for tracking your application later.

Key Information

See the full scheme guidelines at https://adwelfare.py.gov.in/rules-grant-retention-scholarship-scheduled-caste-and-scheduled-tribe-girts-students.

Download the complete scheme details PDF at https://www.py.gov.in/sites/default/files/adwgrant-retention-scholarship-s.c.girl-students.pdf.

FAQ's

What is the main goal of this scholarship?

The main goal is to help Scheduled Caste girl students pursue primary education and stay in school by giving financial support.

Who runs this scholarship program?

Adi Dravidar Welfare Department of Puducherry manages and runs this scheme.

Who is eligible to get the benefit?

Any girl student from the Scheduled Caste community in classes I through V at a recognized school in Puducherry qualifies if they meet the residency and income rules.

Are there residency requirements?

Yes, you must be a native of Puducherry or have lived there for at least five continuous years.

What is the income limit to apply?

Your family's total annual income must not be more than ₹24,000.

How much money will I get?

You will get ₹1,000 per year, spread over 10 months in the academic year.

How can I apply for the scholarship?

You should apply online through the official Puducherry government scheme page at py.gov.in for the 2026-27 academic year.