Scholarship (Above VIII Standard) - Tamil Nadu
✓ Information verified — April 2026This is a scholarship scheme run by the Department for the Welfare of Differently Abled Persons in Tamil Nadu. It provides financial support to students with disabilities who are studying above Class VIII (Standard VIII) in government schools, colleges, or vocational training centres. The scheme aims to help differently-abled students continue their education and reduce financial barriers to learning.
What You Get
- Scholarship financial assistance for studies above Class VIII
- Support for students in government schools
- Support for students in government colleges
- Support for students in government training centres
- Encourages education among differently-abled persons
Who Can Apply
- Age: 11–30 years
- Residence: Tamil Nadu residents only
- Student must have a disability or be differently-abled
- Student must be studying in Class IX or higher
- Student must be enrolled in government school, college, or training centre
- Student must be a resident of Tamil Nadu
- Applicant should have the required disability certificate
Documents Needed
0/5 collected
- 1. Aadhaar Card
- 2. Disability Certificate
- 3. School/College Admission Letter
- 4. Bank Passbook
- 5. Income Certificate
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
- 11–30 years
- Application
- Check portal
- Last Updated
- 25 Apr 2026
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