Pre Matric ST Scholarship Scheme for Classes 9 and 10 Tripura 2023-24 is being offered by the Ministry of Tribal Affairs working under the Government of India. Students who are enrolled in Classes 9 and 10 in schools from the ST communities across the Tripura state of India are encouraged to apply for these scholarships. This scholarship programme aims to reduce the drop-out rate of ST students from Tripura schools when it comes to transitioning from the elementary education stage to the secondary education stage. Through this scholarship, ST students receive a monthly scholarship to pay for their academic expenses, among other grants.
The last date to submit your application for the Pre-Matric ST Scholarship Scheme for Classes 9 and 10 Tripura 2023-24 is 30th November 2023.
Pre-Matric ST Scholarship Scheme for Classes 9 and 10 Tripura 2023-24: Eligibility Norms
The scholarship eligibility norms require the candidate to:
- be a permanent resident of India’s Tripura state
- be a member of the Scheduled Tribe (ST) community
- be a regular student admitted in Class 9 or Class 10 in a government school or a government-recognized school of the State/Central Board of Secondary Education
- have a yearly family income equal to or less than INR 2 lakh from all sources per year
Note: The student must not be availing any other government-sponsored pre-matric scholarship
Pre-Matric ST Scholarship Scheme for Classes 9 and 10 Tripura 2023-24: Rewards
After selection, the scholarship beneficiaries will be provided with the given benefits:
- Scholarship (in INR every month over 10 months): INR 150 for Day Scholars and INR 350 for Hostellers
- Books and ad-hoc grant (in INR per year): INR 750 for Day Scholars and INR 1000 for Hostellers
Pre-Matric ST Scholarship Scheme for Classes 9 and 10 Tripura 2023-24: Mandatory List of Documents
The given list of documents has to be submitted by the applicant:
- 1 passport-sized photo of the candidate
- Attested copies of academic certificates of all previous exams
- Income Certificate as received from a certified Revenue Officer
- Acknowledgement receipt of the scholarship of the past year
Pre-Matric ST Scholarship Scheme for Classes 9 and 10 Tripura 2023-24: How to Apply?
Refer to the below-mentioned details to learn about the application process for this scholarship scheme:
- In the first step, browse the National Scholarship Portal
- Scroll down the home page to the “Applicant Corner” tab and tap the “New Registration” link
- Study the prescribed instructions, tick the given checkboxes, and click the “Continue” tab
- Opt for the respective Aadhaar option and input details including mobile number, captcha code, and OTP; follow by tapping the “Submit” link
- Enter all the compulsory details and tap the “Save & Register” tab to mark the completion of the registration process
- Go on to tap the “Fresh Application” tab, following which the system prompts you to enter your login details
- Sign in with your “Application ID” and “Password” and access the User Dashboard
- Find the relevant application form and fill in all the required information
- You then have to submit the relevant documents
- In the last step, review your application for any errors; thereafter, go ahead and submit your application
Pre-Matric ST Scholarship Scheme for Classes 9 and 10 Tripura 2023-24: Terms and Conditions
- The selected candidates will receive the scholarship grant for 10 months in an academic year
- The renewal of the scholarship for Class 10 ensues when the beneficiary passes Class 9
- The candidate’s good conduct and attendance record will be considered for continuing the scholarship