Umbrella Scheme For Education Of St Children Post Matric Scholarship

Umbrella Scheme for Education of ST Children - Post Matric Scholarship (PMS) for ST Students in Arunachal Pradesh

Overview: The Umbrella Scheme for Education of ST Children aims to provide financial assistance to Scheduled Tribe (ST) students in Arunachal Pradesh pursuing post-matric education. This initiative is designed to encourage educational attainment and alleviate financial burdens.

Important Dates:

• Scheme Open Till: 31-10-2024
• Defective Application Verification Till: 14-11-2024
• Institute Verification Till: 15-11-2024
• DNO/SNO/MNO Verification Closed on: 17-04-2024

Eligibility Criteria:

1. Student Category: Must belong to Scheduled Tribes (ST).
2. Education Level: Applicable for students pursuing post-matric education.
3. Residence: Must be a resident of Arunachal Pradesh.
4. Family Income: Annual income should typically not exceed INR 2.5 lakhs (may vary, check local guidelines).

Benefits: The scholarship covers:

• Tuition fees
• Maintenance allowances
  
  
  
• Additional educational expenses, including books and materials

Documents Required:

1. Income certificate
2. Aadhaar card or other identification proof
3. Academic records (mark sheets from previous years)
4. Bank account details for scholarship disbursement
5. Domicile certificate

Application Process: Eligible candidates can apply through the National Scholarship Portal. The application involves completing the online form, uploading required documents, and ensuring verification processes are followed.

For more details and the application procedure, you can visit the National Scholarship Portal.