The scheme is implemented as a sort of encouragement for the Scheduled Caste students who secure 65% or above marks in matriculation/SSLC Board of Examinations. The incentive is given with a view to enable the Scheduled Caste students who intend to pursue their Post-metric studies, to meet the initial expenditure at the time of admission.

Adi Dravidar Welfare Department, Union Territory of Puducherry

All the students belonging to the Scheduled Caste who secured 65% and above marks in the 10th Standard/Matriculation/SSLC Board of Examination shall be eligible for the award.

Yes, the student should be a permanent resident of the Union Territory of Puducherry by virtue of birth or continuous residence in the Union Territory of Puducherry for not less than five years.

No income limit.

Under this scheme, a one-time cash award of ₹1,000/- will be given to the Scheduled Caste students who secure 65% or above marks in matriculation/SSLC Board of Examinations.

Online submission of the application form can be done through the website of the National Scholarship Portal. https://scholarships.gov.in/