AI SummaryPost Matric Scholarships to the Students Belonging to Scheduled Castes offers cash support for required non-refundable fees and study expenses to eligible Scheduled Caste students who want to continue their education after Class 10. Applications for the academic year 2026-27 are open on the National Scholarship Portal, which started accepting fresh and renewal entries from 1 June 2026.
The scheme is run by the Department of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of India, and is delivered locally by the Social Welfare Department of the UT Administration of Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu. Its main aim is to raise the number of Scheduled Caste students who move into higher education, with top priority given to those from poor families who might otherwise stop studying because of money problems.
Eligible students get reimbursement for required non-refundable fees along with a yearly academic allowance to support their post-matriculation and post-secondary courses. Both fresh and renewal applications are accepted for recognised courses, and the benefit is paid directly to the student's bank account through Direct Benefit Transfer.
From the 2024-25 academic year onwards, One Time Registration (OTR) on the National Scholarship Portal is required before a student can apply for any scholarship. The OTR is a single 14-digit number based on Aadhaar and stays valid for the entire academic career of the student.
Post Matric Scholarships to the Students Belonging to Scheduled Castes - Details
The scholarship covers students studying in institutions that hold an AISHE or UDISE code and that have NAAC or NBA accreditation. Students doing correspondence or online courses get only tuition fee support under the scheme, not the academic allowance. Students pursuing CA, ICWA, CS or ICFA are treated as day scholars.
Key Information
| Scheme Name | Post Matric Scholarships to the Students Belonging to Scheduled Castes |
|---|---|
| Level | State |
| Scheme For | Individual |
| Beneficiary States | Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu |
| Category | Education and Learning, Social welfare and Empowerment, Women and Child |
| Nodal Department | Social Welfare Department |
| Benefit Type | Cash |
| DBT Enabled | Yes |
Benefits
Eligible students receive the following financial support under the scheme:
- Reimbursement of all required non-refundable fees, including tuition fees.
- Academic allowance for Day Scholars ranging from ₹2,500 to ₹7,000 per year.
- Academic allowance for Hostellers ranging from ₹4,000 to ₹13,500 per year.
- An additional 10% allowance granted to Divyang students.
- Financial coverage for the full duration of the approved course.
Eligibility
To apply for this scheme, a student must meet the following conditions:
- Must belong to the Scheduled Caste (SC) category.
- Must have passed Matriculation or Higher Secondary examination from a recognised board or university.
- Must hold a valid UT domicile certificate.
- The combined yearly income of parents or guardians must not exceed ₹2.50 lakh.
- Must be enrolled in an institution holding an AISHE or UDISE code.
- The participating institution must have NAAC or NBA accreditation.
- For correspondence or online courses, only tuition fee support is given.
Application Process
Applications are processed online through the National Scholarship Portal. From the 2024-25 academic year, One Time Registration (OTR) is mandatory before applying, and it can be done using Aadhaar or the Aadhaar Enrolment ID.
STEP 1 - Visit the official website at National Scholarship Portal and click on New Registration. Read the guidelines, accept the terms, and proceed.
STEP 2 - Complete the One Time Registration (OTR) using your Aadhaar or Aadhaar Enrolment ID. Your unique Application ID and password will be generated and sent to your registered mobile number.
STEP 3 - Log in using your credentials on the NSP portal. You will be asked to reset your password on your first login.
STEP 4 - Fill out the detailed application form on the applicant dashboard, upload the required supporting documents, and click Final Submit.
Documents
Keep the following documents ready before applying:
- Aadhaar Card or Aadhaar Number
- Passport-size photograph
- Scheduled Caste Certificate
- Income Certificate issued by a competent authority
- Mark sheets and certificates for all previous examinations passed
- Proof of admission to an approved course
- Bank account details for Direct Benefit Transfer
- Medical certificate, if the student missed an exam due to illness
References
For more details or to apply, use the official links given below:
FAQ's
What is the objective of this Yojana?
The scheme gives financial support to Scheduled Caste students for higher education by covering their non-refundable fees and providing a yearly academic allowance.
Who is eligible to apply?
Students belonging to the SC category who are pursuing post-matriculation or post-secondary courses and whose family income is below ₹2.50 lakh per year are eligible.
Is there financial support for disabled students?
Yes, Divyang students receive an additional 10% academic allowance under the scheme.
Are there specific attendance requirements?
Yes, students must maintain at least 75% attendance in every academic year to remain eligible for the scholarship.
How is the scholarship disbursed?
Funds are credited directly to the student's bank account through the Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) system.
Can I apply if I am pursuing a second course at the same level?
No, students are not eligible if they pursue another course at the same stage of education after having already completed one at that level.