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Post-Graduate Scholarships for Professional Courses for SC/ST Candidates

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Ministry of Education

This scheme provides financial support to Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) candidates who wish to pursue postgraduate studies in professional fields. Managed by the Ministry of Education, it aims to help students from these disadvantaged communities access quality higher education in subjects like Engineering, Technology, Management, and Pharmacy at recognized Indian universities and institutions.

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What You Get

  • Financial assistance for postgraduate professional studies
  • Support for pursuing courses in Engineering, Technology, Management, Pharmacy and similar professional fields
  • Access to recognized Indian universities and institutions
  • Opportunity for higher education and skill development in professional sectors

Who Can Apply

  • Age: 15–100 years
  • Candidate must belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) or Scheduled Tribe (ST) category
  • Must have secured admission in a recognized Indian university or institution for postgraduate professional courses
  • Admission should be in fields like Engineering & Technology, Management, Pharmacy or similar professional subjects
  • Applicable across all states in India

Documents Needed

0/6 collected

  1. 1. Aadhaar Card
  2. 2. Caste Certificate
  3. 3. Income Certificate
  4. 4. Admission Letter
  5. 5. Bank Passbook
  6. 6. Educational Qualification Certificate

How to Apply

  1. 1Check your eligibility criteria above
  2. 2Gather all required documents listed below
  3. 3Visit the official portal (linked below)
  4. 4Fill the application form online / offline
  5. 5Submit the form and note your application reference number
  6. 6Track status on the official portal or visit nearest CSC
OR visit your nearest CSC (Common Service Centre) Find nearest CSC

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Quick Facts

Scheme Level
Central Government
Ministry
Ministry of Education
Category
Education
Target Gender
All genders
Age Group
15–100 years
Application
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Last Updated
25 Apr 2026

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