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How to Apply for Pre-Matric Scholarship SC/ST 2026
Pre-Matric SC/ST - ₹500-1,000/month + ₹1,000 book grant for Class 9-10 students.
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About This Guide
Pre-Matric Scholarship for SC/ST students in Class 9-10. ₹500/month (Class 9), ₹1,000/month (Class 10) for 10 months. Plus ₹1,000 ad-hoc grant for books/stationery. Family income < ₹2.5 lakh. Apply via NSP (scholarships.gov.in).
Eligibility Criteria
- SC OR ST student
- Class 9 or 10
- Family income < ₹2.5 lakh
- Aadhaar mandatory
- School-going (govt/private)
- Continuous attendance
Documents Required
Keep these documents ready before starting application. Missing documents = delayed approval.
- Aadhaar (student + parents)
- Caste certificate (SC/ST)
- Income certificate (latest)
- School admission/bonafide
- Bank account (Aadhaar-seeded)
- Class 8 marksheet
- Photo
Step-by-Step Application Process
Follow these steps in order. Each step is critical - skip none.
Visit NSP
scholarships.gov.in.
Register New User
Aadhaar + mobile.
Choose Pre-Matric SC/ST
Among schemes.
Fill Application
Personal, school, family details.
Income Certificate
< ₹2.5L mandatory.
School Verification
School confirms enrollment.
DBT to Bank
₹500/month × 10 (Cl 9), ₹1,000/month × 10 (Cl 10) + ₹1,000 grant.
Key Benefits
- ₹500-1,000/month
- ₹1,000 book grant
- SC/ST focus
- Reduces dropout
- School attendance critical
- Class 9-10 covered
- DBT direct
- Annual renewal
What Happens After Application?
60-90 days approval. Annual DBT in 10 installments + grant.
Frequently Asked Questions
Class 11-12?
Post-Matric Scholarship (separate scheme). Higher amounts.