ICAR Post Matric Scholarship For Scheduled Caste / Scheduled Tribes Candidates

Key facts

Benefit	₹300 monthly + ₹750 annual contingent grant
Who	Scheduled Caste / Scheduled Tribe students
How paid	Monthly scholarship
Implemented by	ICAR
Official portal	icar.org.in
Application window	Annual window — confirm dates on the official portal

Benefits

Beneficiaries receive ₹300 monthly along with an annual contingent grant of ₹750 for educational expenses. The scholarship duration aligns with the normal period of the degree program.

Who can apply

For: student
Category: SC, ST
not income tax payer
no government employee in family
poor household

Eligible candidates must be Indian citizens from Scheduled Castes or Scheduled Tribes and enrolled in undergraduate agriculture programs. Applicants should not be income tax payers, have no government employees in their family, and come from poor households.

Who is not eligible

Income tax payers
Government employees in family
Students accepting other scholarships or part-time employment

How to apply

Application details are available online, and candidates must prepare the necessary documents for submission.

Gather required documents including Aadhaar Number and Caste Certificate.
Ensure proof of admission to an Agricultural University in an eligible program.
Prepare bank details and a passport-sized photograph.
Visit the official ICAR scholarship portal for application submission.

Apply on the official website ↗

Documents required

Aadhaar Number
Proof of being admitted to an Agricultural University in an undergraduate degree program of Agriculture & Allied Sciences
Caste Certificate
Bank Details
Passport sized photograph

Common problems and how to fix them

Problem	What to do
Application rejected	Ensure all required documents are submitted, including proof of admission and caste certificate.
Payment not received	Check with the institution to confirm enrollment status and ensure compliance with scholarship conditions.

Frequently asked questions

What is the selection process for the scholarship?

240 scholarships are awarded annually, distributed among Agricultural Universities based on the number of SC/ST candidates admitted.

Is the scholarship available during medical leave?

Yes, full scholarship is provided for up to two months of medical leave, with partial support for longer absences, subject to university certification.

Can I work part-time while receiving this scholarship?

No, recipients are not allowed to accept any part-time employment or other scholarships during the term of this scholarship.

What happens if I am dropped from my program due to performance?

The scholarship will be terminated if the scholar is dropped by the institution for performance issues.

What documents are required for the application?

Applicants need to submit an Aadhaar Number, proof of admission, a Caste Certificate, bank details, and a passport-sized photograph.

Key terms explained

SC / ST / OBC: Official social categories — Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes and Other Backward Classes — used for reservations and targeted welfare schemes.

Always confirm the latest details on the official portal before applying.