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Adi Dravidar and Tribal Welfare Post-Matric Scholarship and Hostels

Adi Dravidar and Tribal Welfare Department

Scholarships and free hostel facilities for SC and ST students. A new state government took office in May 2026 and reportedly renamed some programmes, so confirm the current name, amount and rules on the official Tamil Nadu portal.

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🎁 Benefits

  • 100% tuition plus maintenance (reported ₹230 to ₹1,200 a month), study-tour support and free hostel with meals (some sources: ₹15,000 to ₹25,000 a year)

✅ Who can apply

  • SC / ST students of Tamil Nadu

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📎 Documents needed

  • Aadhaar card
  • Tamil Nadu residence proof / smart ration card
  • Bank account details (Aadhaar-seeded)
  • Documents specific to the scheme (income, community, marks as applicable)

🧭 How to apply

  1. Apply through the concerned department, taluk office / e-Sevai centre or the official Tamil Nadu portal
  2. Keep ration card, Aadhaar and bank details ready

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