Pre-Matric Scholarship for ST Students (Classes 9–10)
Central pre-matric support for ST students in Classes 9–10.
Last verified: 2026-11-01 · Yearly renewal required · Applies in: Delhi (state domicile usually required; central schemes apply across states)
How to apply
Apply on NSP → Pre-Matric → state/ST scheme. School + district verification required.
Deadline: 31 October 2026 (NSP AY 2026-27; verify yearly)
Wait after verification: 2–6 months after verification via DBT
Documents you need
- • Caste certificate (ST)
- • Income certificate
- • Previous class marksheet
- • Bank passbook (Aadhaar-seeded)
- • Aadhaar card
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Aadhaar-Bank Linking Problem in Pre Matric St Disbursement
Pre Matric St follows DBT mode only. No school/college gets money. Failure #1 is non-DBT account. Failure #2 is name mismatch. Failure #3 is inactive/dormant account. Solution: Seed Aadhaar, use same spelling everywhere, keep account active with small transaction. Extra tip for pre-matric-st: Use same mobile number in Aadhaar, bank and NSP/State portal for OTP.
Track it on PFMS Know Your Payments or NSP (scholarships.gov.in) to see exactly where your payment is stuck.
Pre Matric St - Can I Take 2 Scholarships? Renewal Rule
Can I keep Pre Matric St plus another scholarship?
Under NSP norms from AY 2026-27, you can keep one merit/central scheme plus one welfare/category scheme if both schemes allow it. But some schemes strictly prohibit double benefit - Pre Matric St This scheme's guidelines decide final eligibility for combination.. So always read scheme-specific condition.
Do I need to renew yearly?
Yes, Pre Matric St requires fresh renewal each academic year with minimum passing marks and attendance criteria. No auto-renewal.
More about Pre-Matric Scholarship for ST Students (Classes 9–10)
Run by the Ministry of Tribal Affairs, this scholarship supports ST students in Classes 9 and 10 whose family income is up to ₹2.5 lakh a year. Funds are shared 75:25 between Centre and state (90:10 in North-Eastern and hill states, 100% central in UTs without a legislature).
Most states process it through their tribal welfare department portal; some use NSP. The ST certificate must be issued by the state where you are a permanent resident.
Mistakes students make with this scheme
- Using an ST certificate from a state where your community is not notified as ST.
- Bank account not seeded with Aadhaar — the money is sent by Aadhaar-based DBT.
- Missing the school verification step after submitting.
What students ask about this scholarship
Is there a limit on how many ST children in one family can get the scholarship?
No family cap is set under the central guidelines — every eligible ST child in Classes 9–10 can apply, subject to the income limit.
Can ST students in ashram schools get the pre-matric ST scholarship?
Students in government ashram schools often already receive free boarding and lodging, so states may adjust the amount. Check with your school or tribal welfare office.
Where do I check pre-matric ST scholarship payment status?
On your state's tribal welfare scholarship portal or NSP (whichever you applied on), and on PFMS 'Know Your Payments' using your bank account number.
Do I need an income certificate if my family is BPL?
Yes, most states still ask for an income certificate, even for BPL families, because the scheme uses the ₹2.5 lakh income limit.
Can ST students who migrated to another state apply?
You apply in your home state (the state that issued your ST certificate), even if you study elsewhere. Some states have special rules for students studying outside — ask your tribal welfare office.
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Source: NSP (https://scholarships.gov.in) · Last verified: 2026-11-01. Amounts and dates change yearly — confirm on the official portal.