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Scheme for Meritorious Students to Pursue Higher Secondary Education in the Best Schools of Tamil Nadu

✓ Information verified — April 2026
Tamil Nadu

This Tamil Nadu government scheme helps the brightest students from government high schools continue their studies at top private schools. It recognizes the top 10 students from each district based on their 10th-grade public exam results. The scheme provides financial support so talented students can access quality higher secondary education across Tamil Nadu, regardless of their family's financial situation.

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What You Get

  • Financial assistance to study at select private higher secondary schools
  • Opportunity to study in best-performing schools across Tamil Nadu
  • Support for merit-based advancement to higher secondary level
  • Access to quality education institutions

Who Can Apply

  • Age: 15–18 years
  • Residence: Tamil Nadu residents only
  • Must be a student in a Tamil Nadu government high school
  • Must rank in top 10 students from your district based on 10th-grade public exam results
  • Must have passed 10th-grade public examination
  • Must be seeking admission to higher secondary education

Documents Needed

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  1. 1. 10th Grade Mark Sheet
  2. 2. School Transfer Certificate
  3. 3. Aadhar Card
  4. 4. Birth Certificate
  5. 5. Bank Account Details

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
Tamil Nadu
Category
Education
Target Gender
All genders
Age Group
15–18 years
Application
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Last Updated
25 Apr 2026

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