By recognizing and financially rewarding academic excellence, the scheme encourages and supports the education of Scheduled Caste students in Puducherry.

Yes, the eligibility criterion is met if the student secures 55% or above marks in the Higher Secondary Examination.

The scheme does not specify age restrictions; however, eligibility criteria focus on Scheduled Caste students who have completed Higher Secondary Examination.

Yes, the award is open to top-ranking students from all three regions - Pondicherry, Karaikal, and Yanam.

Eligible students receive a cash award of ₹15,000 as part of the Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Memorial Award.

The guidelines do not mention any provision for compensation in the event of delayed disbursement of scheme benefits. Applicants should note that compensation for delays is not part of the scheme's framework.

Unfortunately, this scheme is exclusively available to permanent residents of the Puducherry. Applicants from neighboring States/UTs, among others, are not eligible to apply.

The scheme guidelines do not mention any opening date or closing date for applications.

You can access the comprehensive Scheme Guidelines, which provide intricate details and instructions, at the following web address: https://py.gov.in/sites/default/files/citizencharter-adidravidar.pdf

No, applicants can rest assured that the entire application process is entirely free of cost. There are no fees associated with applying for this scheme.