Ministry of Tribal Affairs, Government of India, has introduced the Post Matric Scholarship (PMS) for Scheduled Tribe (ST) students pursuing studies from Class XI to Post-Graduation in India. The scheme is aimed at providing financial assistance to ST students so that they can complete their higher education without any financial burden.
Objectives
Provide financial support to ST students for post-matric to postgraduate education.
Ensure timely and error-free scholarship delivery via Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).
Key Features
Centrally Sponsored Scheme by the Ministry of Tribal Affairs.
Scholarship includes course fee + monthly stipend.
Available to students studying in recognized institutions across India.
Eligibility Criteria
Scheduled Tribe student as recognized by respective State/UT.
Passed Matriculation or Higher Secondary or equivalent.
Family income ≤ ₹2.5 lakh/year from all sources.
Not availing any other scholarship.
Must have a bank account linked with Aadhaar & mobile.
Scholarship Benefits
Fee Component (Annual Cap for Private Institutes):
Engineering: Up to ₹2.5 lakh/year
MBBS/MS/MD: Up to ₹6 lakh/year
Other Courses: Up to ₹1 lakh/year
Monthly Stipend (for 10 months/year):
| Group | Course Type | Hosteller | Day Scholar |
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| Group I | Professional Degrees (e.g., B.Tech, MBBS) | ₹1,200 | ₹550 |
| GroupII | General Degrees (e.g., BA, B.Com) | ₹820 | ₹530 |
| GroupIII | ITI, Polytechnics | ₹570 | ₹300 |
GroupIV | Class XI & XII | ₹380 | ₹230 |
Disability Allowance:
Hosteller: ₹800/month
Day Scholar: ₹600/month
Required Documents
Aadhaar Card
ST Certificate
Previous exam mark sheet
Family income certificate (valid for full course duration)
Passport-size photograph
Disability certificate (if applicable)
How to Apply
1.Visit the Official Portal
- Go to your State Scholarship Portal or the National Scholarship Portal (NSP) and click on the “Students” section.
2.Complete One Time Registration (OTR)
Create your OTR profile using your personal, academic, and bank details. Ensure all details are accurate.
3.Login to Your Account
Use your registered credentials (User ID and Password) to log in to the portal.
4.Fill in the Application Form
Carefully fill out the online application form with correct academic, personal, and bank information.
Upload Required Documents
Upload all necessary documents such as:Aadhaar card
ST certificate
Domicile certificate
Income certificate
Educational mark sheets
Passport-size photo
Disability certificate (if applicable)
Submit the Application Form
Review the form and click Submit. Download and print a copy of the submitted application for your records.
5.Submit to Nodal Officer
- Hand over the printed application form and documents to your College/University Nodal Officer for verification.
Verification by Institution
Your educational institution will verify your details online on the day of admission or shortly after submission.Scholarship Disbursement via DBT
Upon successful verification, the scholarship amount will be directly transferred to your Aadhaar-linked bank account through DBT (Direct Benefit Transfer).
IMPORTANT DATES
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DATE
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Application Start
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15/07/2025
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Application Last date
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25/09/2025
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Disbursement (Fresh)
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By 31 December(Tentative)
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Important Notes
Renewal requires passing the previous class.
Students admitted to Top Class Institutes (as per MoTA list) are covered under a different scheme.
Orphan students supported by a guardian are exempt from income criteria.
Change of course or institution without approval may result in cancellation of scholarship.
IMPORTANT WEBLINKS
Application Form: Click Here
Official Website-Click here
Notification-Click here
For phone Assistance–Click Here
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q.1 Who is eligible for the Post Matric Scholarship for ST students?
Ans: Students belonging to Scheduled Tribes (ST), studying from Class XI to Postgraduate level in India, with an annual family income not exceeding ₹2.5 lakh, are eligible.
Q2. Can I apply if I’m already getting another scholarship?
Ans: No, students availing any other scholarship or stipend are not eligible for this scheme. You must choose only one.
Q3. How do I apply for the scholarship?
Ans: Eligible students can apply through their State portal or the National Scholarship Portal (NSP) [scholarships.gov.in].
Q4. What are the documents required during the application?
A: You will need:
- Aadhaar card
- ST certificate
- Previous exam mark sheet
- Family income certificate
- Passport-size photo
- Disability certificate (if applicable)
Q5. What is the scholarship amount?
Ans:
- Full course fee (as per norms)
Monthly stipend (₹230 to ₹1,200 depending on the course and hostel/day scholar status)
Extra allowance for students with disabilities
Q6. Can I apply in 2nd year if I missed applying in 1st year?
Ans: Yes. If you missed applying in the first year, you can apply in 2nd or later years and will get the scholarship from that point onwards.
Q9. Will I get the scholarship if I fail a year?
Ans: No, the scholarship is not payable during the year you fail. It will resume once you clear the class and are promoted.
