Post-Matric Scholarship For Scheduled Tribes Students

Key facts

Benefit	Covers tuition, maintenance, and incidental expenses.
Who	Scheduled Tribe students in Mizoram
Income limit	₹2.5 lakh
Implemented by	Ministry of Tribal Affairs, Mizoram state
Official portal	https://scholarships.gov.in
Application window	Open all year for eligible students in Mizoram.

Benefits

Beneficiaries receive financial support covering tuition, maintenance, and incidental expenses, encouraging them to pursue higher education.

Who can apply

Household income ≤ ₹2,50,000/year
Category: ST
Resident of Mizoram
not income tax payer
poor household

This scholarship is available to students from Scheduled Tribes who are residents of Mizoram. Applicants must have a family income not exceeding ₹2,50,000 per annum and should not be income tax payers.

How to apply

Applications can be submitted online through the official scholarship portal.

Visit the official NSP website at https://scholarships.gov.in.
Register on the portal if not already registered.
Log in with your credentials.
Select the 'POST-MATRIC SCHOLARSHIP FOR SCHEDULED TRIBES STUDENTS' option.
Complete the application form with the required details.
Upload the necessary documents as specified.
Submit the application form.

Apply on the official website ↗

Documents required

Aadhaar Card
Bank Account (self-account)
Income certificate issued by competent authority (up to date)
Previous year mark sheet
Permanent Residential Certificate (up to date)
Tribal Certificate
Hosteller Certificate/Rent Certificate

Frequently asked questions

What expenses does the scholarship cover?

The scholarship covers tuition fees, maintenance fees, and other incidental expenses such as books and stationery.

Is there an income limit for eligibility?

Yes, the annual family income must not exceed ₹2,50,000 to qualify for the scholarship.

Can the scholarship be renewed?

Yes, the scholarship is renewable based on the student's academic performance and availability of funds.

What documents are required for the application?

Required documents include an Aadhaar card, bank account details, an income certificate, previous year mark sheet, a permanent residential certificate, a tribal certificate, and a hosteller or rent certificate.

Who is eligible to apply for this scholarship?

Students from Scheduled Tribes who are residents of Mizoram and pursuing post-matriculation studies are eligible to apply.

What is the duration of the scholarship?

The scholarship is available for the entire duration of the course, contingent on satisfactory academic performance.

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.