Scholarship Details
The scheme aims to provide financial assistance to students belonging to the BC, EWS, and DNT communities of the state and studying at the post-matric level of education. The selected candidates will receive an annual academic allowance and tuition fees of up to ₹10,000.
Award
INR 75,000 per annum
Eligibility
- be an Indian national
- be domiciled in Sikkim
- belong to the Backward Classes (BC), Economically Weaker Section (EWS), and Denotified and Nomadic Tribes (DNT) communities of the state
- be studying post-matriculation or post-secondary course in a recognised institution/college/university (as specified in the terms & conditions section below)
- have passed matriculation or higher secondary or any higher level examination from a recognised University or Board of Secondary Education
- have an annual parent(s)/guardian(s) income of not more than ₹2,50,000 from all sources
Documents Needed
- A passport-size photograph of the student
- One attested copy of the academic transcripts including certificates, diploma, degree, etc.
- A valid caste certificate duly signed by an authorised Revenue Officer (RO), not below the rank of Tehsildar
- An income certificate parent(s)/guardian(s) issued by the authority as decided by the state government
- A receipt in acknowledgment of the scholarship in the previous year (if applicable)
Provider
Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment, Government of India
How To Apply
Step 1: Click on the 'Apply Now' link below.
Step 2: Click on the 'Register' button and fill in the required registration details. (Note: If already registered, log in using Gmail/Mobile number/Email ID).
Step 3: Navigate to 'Applicant Corner' and click on the 'New Registration' tab.
Step 4: Read the details carefully, tick the checkbox and click on the 'Continue' button.
Step 5: Select the respective Aadhaar option, enter mobile number, captcha code, and OTP, then submit.
Step 6: Fill in the required details and click on 'Save & Register' to complete the registration process.
Step 7: Now click on the 'Fresh Application' tab and log in using the application ID and password.
Step 8: Fill in the required details, upload the necessary documents, and submit the application.