AI SummaryThakur Sen Negi Utkrisht Chatravriti Yojana gives ₹11,000 per year to meritorious tribal students of Himachal Pradesh who clear Class 10. Department of Education, Government of Himachal Pradesh offers this scholarship to help tribal youth continue their studies after Matric.
Under the scheme, top 100 girls and top 100 boys from the tribal community get ₹11,000 per year for two years. Students who perform well in the Matric Examination of Himachal Pradesh Board of School Education, Dharamshala are selected for this benefit. For the 2026-27 academic session, the online application window stayed open on the National Scholarship Portal till 28 March 2026.
Thakur Sen Negi Utkrisht Chatravriti Yojana - Introduction
This scholarship supports tribal students who show very good performance in the Matric Examination conducted by the HP Board of School Education, Dharamshala. Eligible candidates can use the amount to cover fees and other study expenses in Class 11 and Class 12, or in the first and second year of a professional or technical course.
Renewal of the scholarship for the second year depends on satisfactory performance in internal examinations during the first year. Students may study in a recognized institution inside or outside Himachal Pradesh. The amount is paid directly to the student's bank account through DBT.
Highlights
| Key | Details |
|---|---|
| Scheme Name | Thakur Sen Negi Utkrisht Chatravriti Yojana |
| State | Himachal Pradesh |
| Category | Education and Financial Support |
| Beneficiary | Top 100 girls and top 100 boys from tribal community |
| Financial Benefit | ₹11,000 per year |
| Distribution Method | DBT payment |
| Department | Department of Education, Government of Himachal Pradesh |
| Official Portal | Himachal e-pass Scholarship Portal |
Benefits
Selected students get these main benefits under the scheme:
- ₹11,000 per year for two years, paid directly to the student's bank account through DBT.
- Support for Class 11 and Class 12, or for the first and second year of a professional or technical course.
- Help with fees, books and other study expenses for students studying inside or outside Himachal Pradesh.
Eligibility
Students need to meet these conditions to apply:
- Student should be a bona fide resident of Himachal Pradesh.
- Student should be currently enrolled as a student.
- Student should belong to the Scheduled Tribe (ST) category.
- Student should have cleared the Class 10 examination.
- Student should be among the top 100 girls or top 100 boys in the Matric results of the Himachal Pradesh Board of School Education.
- Student should be studying in a recognized institution, including professional or technical colleges, inside or outside the state.
- Student should have an active personal bank account for receiving the payment.
Note: Scholarship renewal for the second year depends on satisfactory performance in internal examinations during the first year.
Application Process
Application is online only. When the window is open for an academic session, complete these steps on the National Scholarship Portal at scholarships.gov.in:
STEP 1 - Go to the National Scholarship Portal at scholarships.gov.in and click on 'New Registration'. Read the guidelines, accept the terms and click 'Continue'.
STEP 2 - Fill the registration form with correct details. Application ID and password will be shown on screen and also sent by SMS to the registered mobile number.
STEP 3 - Log in with the application ID and password, enter the OTP sent to the mobile and reset the password. This opens the Applicant Dashboard.
STEP 4 - Open the 'Application Form' from the dashboard, fill the required fields, upload the required documents and click 'Last Submit'. No changes can be made after the final submission.
Note: For the 2026-27 session, the last date to apply was 28 March 2026.
Documents
Keep clear scanned copies of these documents ready before filling the form:
- Passport size photograph.
- Aadhaar card for identity verification.
- Himachali bonafide certificate.
- Mark sheets of previous years starting from Matric.
- Latest bank account statement showing account details.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) certificate issued by a Tehsildar or an officer of higher rank.
References
Official scheme details and document rules are available on these pages:
Himachal e-pass Scholarship Portal (State Schemes)
FAQ's
What is Thakur Sen Negi Utkrisht Chatravriti Yojana?
It is a scholarship scheme of the Himachal Pradesh government for meritorious tribal students who clear Class 10 and continue their studies in Class 11 and Class 12 or a professional course.
Who can apply for this scholarship?
Bona fide residents of Himachal Pradesh from the ST category who are among the top 100 boys or top 100 girls in the HP Board Matric results can apply.
How much scholarship is given?
Eligible students get ₹11,000 per year for two years.
Is a bank account required?
Yes. Students need an active personal bank account to receive the amount directly through DBT payment.
Can I apply offline?
No. Applications are accepted only online through the National Scholarship Portal when the window is open.
When does the application open?
The window normally opens after the Matric results are declared. For the 2026-27 session, the last date was 28 March 2026.
How can I track my application status?
Log in to the Applicant Dashboard on the National Scholarship Portal and select the status tracking option.