Adi Dravidar and Tribal Welfare Department: Scholarship-Free Education upto 12th Std. to All
✓ Information verified — April 2026This scheme provides free education to Adi Dravidar, Tribal, and Adi Dravidar (Converted to Christianity) students up to 12th standard in Tamil Nadu. Run by the Adi Dravidar and Tribal Welfare Department, it covers tuition fees which are reimbursed directly by the government. The scheme aims to ensure quality education access for these communities.
What You Get
- Free tuition fees up to 12th standard
- Government reimbursement of school fees
- Educational support for marginalized communities
Who Can Apply
- Age: 4–18 years
- Residence: Tamil Nadu residents only
- Student must belong to Adi Dravidar community
- Student must belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST)
- Student must belong to Adi Dravidar (Converted to Christianity) category
- Student must be studying up to 12th standard
- Student must be a resident of Tamil Nadu
Documents Needed
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- 1. Aadhaar Card
- 2. Community Certificate
- 3. School Enrollment Certificate
- 4. Bank Passbook
- 5. Parent Identity Proof
How to Apply
- 1Check your eligibility criteria above
- 2Gather all required documents listed below
- 3Visit the official portal (linked below)
- 4Fill the application form online / offline
- 5Submit the form and note your application reference number
- 6Track status on the official portal or visit nearest CSC
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Quick Facts
- Scheme Level
- Tamil Nadu
- Category
- Education
- Target Gender
- All genders
- Age Group
- 4–18 years
- Application
- Check portal
- Last Updated
- 26 Apr 2026
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