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How to Apply for Post-Matric Scholarship SC/ST 2026

Post-Matric SC/ST - tuition reimbursement + ₹230-1,200/month maintenance for Class 11+.

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About This Guide

Post-Matric Scholarship for SC/ST students Class 11 onwards (Higher Secondary, College, Diploma, ITI, Professional courses). Components: Maintenance allowance ₹230-1,200/month (course-based), Tuition fee reimbursement (full govt institute, partial private), book/stationery grants. Family income < ₹2.5 lakh.

Eligibility Criteria

SC OR ST student
Class 11+ (Higher Secondary, UG, PG, Diploma, ITI)
Family income < ₹2.5 lakh
Aadhaar mandatory
Recognized institution

Documents Required

Keep these documents ready before starting application. Missing documents = delayed approval.

Aadhaar (student + parents)
Caste certificate (SC/ST)
Income certificate
Institution admission
Fee structure
Bank account
Class 10 marksheet
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Step-by-Step Application Process

Follow these steps in order. Each step is critical - skip none.

Visit NSP

scholarships.gov.in.

Choose Post-Matric SC/ST

Class 11+ eligible.

Course Type

Higher Secondary / UG / PG / Diploma / ITI / Professional.

Fill Application

Personal, institution, course, fees.

Submit Income + Caste

Latest certificates.

Institution Verification

College confirms.

Submit

Acknowledgment.

State Approval

90-180 days.

DBT

Maintenance to student. Tuition to college.

Key Benefits

Tuition fee reimbursement
Maintenance ₹230-1,200/month
SC/ST focus
Class 11+ to PhD
UG/PG covered
Multiple courses
DBT direct
Annual renewal

What Happens After Application?

90-180 days. Annual DBT.

Frequently Asked Questions

Top class education?

Separate scheme - Top Class Education Scheme for SC at premier institutions. Up to full sponsorship for IITs/IIMs/AIIMS.