Reimbursement of College Fees for Scheduled Caste Students in Professional Colleges (Top 20)
This scheme offers fee reimbursement for SC students in Puducherry's top professional colleges.
Key facts
| Benefit | Reimbursement of tuition and examination fees |
|---|---|
| Who | Scheduled Caste students of Puducherry in professional colleges |
| Marks needed | Above 75% in the Higher Secondary (Class 12) examination |
| Admission route | Selected through CENTAC |
| Family conditions | No income-tax payer and no government employee in the family |
| Department | Adi Dravidar Welfare & Scheduled Tribes Welfare Department, Puducherry |
| Portal | adwelfare.py.gov.in |
| Application window | Apply for each academic year after your CENTAC admission is confirmed. Keep your fee receipts — the reimbursement is against the tuition and exam fees actually paid. |
Benefits
Eligible students receive reimbursement for their tuition and examination fees, alleviating financial burdens associated with professional education.
Full guide
What the scheme gives you
Professional courses — engineering, medicine and the like — carry high tuition and examination fees that can put them out of reach for a Scheduled Caste family. Puducherry’s Adi Dravidar Welfare Department eases this by reimbursing the tuition and examination fees of eligible SC students admitted to professional colleges through CENTAC, so that a good rank is not wasted for want of fees.
Who can apply
You are eligible if:
- You are a Scheduled Caste student and a permanent resident of Puducherry
- You scored above 75% in your Higher Secondary (Class 12) examination
- You were admitted to a professional college through CENTAC
- Your family does not pay income tax and has no government employee
How to apply
You can apply online or offline through the Adi Dravidar Welfare & Scheduled Tribes Welfare Department. Collect or download the form, fill it in and attach your community certificate, mark sheet, CENTAC admission proof, fee receipts and the income / declaration documents, and submit it to the department. Ask for a dated acknowledgement, and keep copies of everything — the reimbursement is calculated against the fees you actually paid.
Documents you need
- Scheduled Caste community certificate
- Class 12 mark sheet (above 75%)
- CENTAC admission / allotment proof
- Tuition and examination fee receipts from the college
- Income certificate and the required family declaration
- Bank account details for the reimbursement
Who can apply
- For: student
- Category: SC
- Resident of Puducherry
- not income tax payer
- no government employee in family
- poor household
Applicants must be Scheduled Caste students residing in Puducherry, pursuing professional education, and have secured above 75% in their Higher Secondary Course Examination. They should also be selected through 'CENTAC' and come from families that do not pay income tax and have no government employees.
Who is not eligible
- Students who are not Scheduled Caste, or not permanent residents of Puducherry
- Those who scored 75% or below in the Class 12 examination
- Students admitted outside the CENTAC process
- Families that pay income tax or include a government employee
How to apply
Applications can be submitted both online and offline through the Adi Dravidar Welfare and Scheduled Tribes Welfare Department.
- Visit the Adi Dravidar Welfare and Scheduled Tribes Welfare Department office to request the application form.
- Complete the application form, ensuring all mandatory fields are filled and attach required documents.
- Submit the filled application form along with the documents to the concerned authority.
- Obtain a receipt or acknowledgment of your application submission, noting the date and time.
Documents required
- Residence-cum-nativity Certificate
- Recent Passport-Size Photograph
- Aadhaar Card
- Bank Passbook
- Educational Certificate/s
- Caste Certificate
- Certificate of Head of Institution
- Original Fee Receipt
- High School Certificate Marklist
Common problems and how to fix them
| Problem | What to do |
|---|---|
| Admission was not through CENTAC | This reimbursement is tied to CENTAC-based admission to a professional college. A management or other-quota seat outside CENTAC will not qualify. |
| Marks just below 75% | The scheme needs above 75% in the Class 12 exam. If you are just below, check the department’s other SC education schemes that may have a lower cut-off. |
| Income / employment proof queried | The family must not pay income tax or include a government employee. Provide a current income certificate and the required declaration from the competent authority. |
| Fee receipts missing | Reimbursement is against fees actually paid, so keep every tuition and examination fee receipt from the college. |
Frequently asked questions
Is pursuing professional education mandatory for applicants?
Yes, applicants must be actively pursuing professional education to qualify for the reimbursement.
What fees are covered by the scheme?
The scheme covers reimbursement of both tuition and examination fees for eligible Scheduled Caste students.
What academic performance is required for eligibility?
Students must secure more than 75% in their Higher Secondary Course Examination and rank in the 'Top 20'.
How is admission to professional colleges determined?
Applicants must be selected through 'CENTAC' for admission to a professional college to qualify for the scheme.
Is there an application fee for this scheme?
No, there are no fees associated with applying for this scheme.
Can applicants from neighboring states apply?
No, this scheme is exclusively for permanent residents of Puducherry.
What does the scheme reimburse?
Tuition and examination fees for eligible Scheduled Caste students in professional colleges.
What marks do I need?
Above 75% in the Higher Secondary (Class 12) examination.
Does the admission route matter?
Yes — you must have been admitted through CENTAC.
Are there family conditions?
Yes — the family must not pay income tax and must not include a government employee.
Can students from other states apply?
No — the scheme is only for permanent residents of Puducherry.
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.
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