SC scholarship Pre‑Matric (Classes I–X): SC students (with ₹2.5 lakh annual income, or no income limit for those in hazardous occupations) receive ₹3,500 p.a. (day scholars) or ₹7,000–₹8,000 p.a. (hostellers).
Post‑Matric (Class XI onward): SC students (annual family income ≤ ₹2.5 lakh) get ₹2,500–₹13,500 per annum via National Scholarship Portal.
SC Scholarship Scope & Objective :
- Aimed at Scheduled Caste (SC) students in Assam to reduce dropout rates and support continued education.
- Covers two levels:
- Pre‑Matric: Before Class 10
- Post‑Matric: After Class 10 into higher education
SC Scholarship pre Matric (Classes I–X)
- Must belong to SC category, Indian citizen, Assam domicile
- Age & regular full-time enrollment under recognized boards/schools
- Family income cap: ₹2.5 lakh/year (some exceptions for specific occupations)
SC Scholarship Post‑Matric:
- SC student of Assam studying in recognized post-secondary institutions
- Parental income ≤ ₹2.5 lakh/year
- Includes full-time, and some correspondence/distance programs under government institutions
SC Scholarship Benefits & Financial Support :
Pre‑Matric/ post Matric
- Helps cover schooling costs (tuition, books, monthly stipends—varies by state/scheme)
- Reimbursement of tuition & non-refundable fees
- Annual academic allowance based on course & residential status (approx.):
- ₹6,000–13,500 for hostellers
- ₹3,000–7,000 for day scholars
- Extra allowances: thesis printing, books, etc., for eligible programs
SC Scholarship Application Process
- Apply online via National Scholarship Portal (NSP) at scholarships.gov.in
- Required documents:
- SC caste certificate
- Income certificate (≤ ₹2.5 L)
- Bonafide/Admission certificate, mark sheets
- Bank/hostel proof, school ID, etc.
SC ScholarshipDuration & Renewal
- Scholarships are renewable annually, subject to:
- Passing the previous year/course
- Maintaining required attendance
- No duplication of benefits
SC Scholarship 2025 Summary Table
| Parameter | Pre‑Matric one to hs | Post‑Matric (XI–PG) |
| Caste | SC (Assam scholarship) | SC (Assam scholarship) |
| Income Limit | ₹2.5 lakh | ₹2.5 lakh |
| Type of Study | Full-time schools | College/University (incl. distance) |
| Fees Covered | Tuition, books, stipend | Tuition/fees + allowance |
| Renewal Criteria | Promotion to next class | Yearly promotion & attendance |
