Scheduled Tribe Dashamottar Scholarship (Starting from Class 11) is a state-level scheme for Scheduled Tribe students of Uttarakhand. It gives cash support for tuition fees and academic expenses to students studying from class 11 onwards. Applications for the academic year 2026-27 are open on the National Scholarship Portal from 1 June 2026, and eligible students can apply before the last date.
Implemented by the Department of Social Welfare, Government of Uttarakhand, this scheme helps ST students continue their higher studies without money problems. The support is given for one academic year at a time and is paid directly into the student's bank account through the Public Financial Management System (PFMS).
Scheduled Tribe Dashamottar Scholarship (Starting from Class 11) - Details
The total financial support is worked out on the basis of district rates, which include the Educational Allowance and Tuition Fee. The amount is divided into four groups depending on the course level, and it differs for hostellers and day scholars.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Scheme Name | Scheduled Tribe Dashamottar Scholarship (Starting from Class 11) |
| Level | State |
| Beneficiary State | Uttarakhand |
| Category | Education and Learning |
| Benefit Type | Cash |
| Nodal Department | Department of Social Welfare |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Portal | National Scholarship Portal |
Benefits
The support is divided into four groups based on the course level. Each group has a fixed annual allowance for hostellers and day scholars.
| Group | Course Category | Hosteller Allowance | Day Scholar Allowance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group 1 | Graduate, PG, M.Phil/Ph.D, Professional Degrees | ₹12,000 per annum | ₹5,500 per annum |
| Group 2 | BA/BSc/B.Com, MA/MSc/M.Com | ₹8,200 per annum | ₹5,300 per annum |
| Group 3 | ITI, Polytechnic Diploma | ₹5,700 per annum | ₹3,000 per annum |
| Group 4 | Senior Secondary (Class 11 and 12) | ₹3,800 per annum | ₹2,300 per annum |
For example, if a Class 11 student stays in a hostel and qualifies, he or she receives ₹3,800 every year to cover academic costs. A day scholar in the same class gets ₹2,300 per year.
Eligibility
To get the benefit of this scholarship, a student needs to meet the following conditions:
- Be a permanent resident of Uttarakhand and belong to the Scheduled Tribe (ST) category.
- Be enrolled in a recognised school or college within Uttarakhand, studying in Class 11 or a higher course.
- Have a family whose total annual income from all sources does not exceed ₹2.5 lakh. For example, if a parent earns ₹2 lakh a year, the student is eligible to apply.
- Apply for one academic year at a time, since the support is given for a single year only.
Application Process
Applications are submitted online through the National Scholarship Portal. The portal for the academic year 2026-27 is open from 1 June 2026, and the last date for most Uttarakhand scholarships is 30 September 2026. Follow these steps to apply:
STEP 1 - Visit the official Uttarakhand e-Services page for this scheme and click on the Apply Now option, which takes you to the National Scholarship Portal login page.
STEP 2 - Complete the One Time Registration (OTR) on the National Scholarship Portal if you have not done it before, and fill in the application form correctly with your personal, academic and bank details.
STEP 3 - Upload all required documents, including the caste certificate, residence proof, bank passbook and income certificate.
STEP 4 - Submit the application through your official student ID to your educational institution. The institution verifies the details and forwards the application to the District Social Welfare Officer.
STEP 5 - After the physical and online verification is done, the scholarship amount is transferred to your bank account through the Public Financial Management System (PFMS).
Documents
Keep the following documents ready before starting the application:
- Aadhaar Card and a recent passport-sized photograph.
- Caste Certificate and Residence Certificate to prove ST category and Uttarakhand residency.
- Bank Passbook and Income Certificate of the parent or guardian.
- Educational Qualification Certificates and any other supporting documents asked by the portal.
References
Official Uttarakhand e-Services page for Post Matric Scholarship to Scheduled Tribe
Uttarakhand Scholarships 2026-27 details and deadlines
FAQ's
Who is eligible for this scholarship?
Students must be permanent residents of Uttarakhand, belong to the Scheduled Tribe category, and be enrolled in a recognised educational institution from Class 11 onwards.
What is the maximum annual income allowed for parents or guardians?
The combined annual income of the family from all sources should not exceed ₹2.5 lakh.
How long is the scholarship available for?
The financial support is given for one academic year at a time.
How can students apply for the scholarship?
Students can apply online through the National Scholarship Portal, which is open for the academic year 2026-27 from 1 June 2026.
What is the last date to apply?
The last date for most Uttarakhand scholarships for the academic year 2026-27 is 30 September 2026.
How is the scholarship disbursed?
The government transfers the scholarship amount directly into the student's bank account through the PFMS system, depending on fund availability.