Scheme for Grant of Additional Scholarship to the Students Belonging to Scheduled Tribes of Andaman and Nicobar Islands for Pursuing Higher Studies Anywhere in India Post-Senior Secondary Courses (Post 10+2 Courses)
✓ Information verified — April 2026This scheme provides additional scholarship money to Scheduled Tribe students from Andaman and Nicobar Islands who are studying in colleges and universities across India after completing their 12th standard. The scheme aims to help ST students afford higher education by giving them extra financial support to cover their educational costs. It is run by the Government of Andaman and Nicobar Islands to encourage more ST students to pursue higher studies.
What You Get
- Additional scholarship money for higher education expenses
- Financial assistance to supplement education costs
- Support for studies at colleges and universities across India
- Applicable for all courses after 12th standard (diploma, degree, professional courses)
Who Can Apply
- Age: 12–100 years
- Residence: Andaman and Nicobar Islands residents only
- Must belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) community
- Must be a permanent resident of Andaman and Nicobar Islands
- Must have completed 12th standard (Senior Secondary)
- Must be enrolled in a recognized college or university in India
- Must be pursuing full-time higher education courses
Documents Needed
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- 1. Aadhaar Card
- 2. ST Certificate
- 3. Domicile Certificate
- 4. 10+2 Pass Certificate
- 5. College Enrollment Certificate
- 6. Bank Passbook
- 7. 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
- Andaman and Nicobar Islands
- Category
- Education
- Target Gender
- All genders
- Age Group
- 12–100 years
- Application
- Check portal
- Last Updated
- 25 Apr 2026
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