Award brief
| Award value | Students from Scheduled Tribe communities in Tamil Nadu can receive cash awards of Rs. 2,000 for... |
|---|---|
| Last date | The official listing gives no last date; the provider announces it with each call. |
| Who can apply | Category: Scheduled Tribe (ST) |
| Provider | Adi Dravidar and Tribal Welfare Department |
| How to apply | Offline |
Contents of this entry
Overview
Students from Scheduled Tribe communities in Tamil Nadu can receive cash awards of Rs. 2,000 for Plus 2 and Rs. 1,000 for 10th exams. The official listing gives no last date, so check the official portal for the current status before applying. Applications are offline through the District Adi Dravidar and Tribal Welfare Officer.

The Adi Dravidar and Tribal Welfare Department in Tamil Nadu runs a scheme to encourage academic excellence among students from underprivileged communities.
This scheme provides cash awards for students excelling in their 10th and Plus 2 examinations.
It specifically targets students from the Adi Dravidar, Tribal communities, and Adi Dravidar converts to Christianity.
By offering these incentives, the scheme aims to promote education and support students in their academic journey.
Eligibility
- Category
- Scheduled Tribe (ST)
- State
- Tamil Nadu
Conditions in the official listing
Eligibility:
- Academic: Must be a student and have passed the 10th or Plus 2 examination.
- Age: No age limit specified.
- Income: No income limit specified.
- Category: Must belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST), Adi Dravidar, Tribal, or Adi Dravidar converted to Christianity.
Two cases, worked through
Qualifies
Does not qualify
Each case is built only from the conditions in the official listing. Your own case may differ; the call decides.
Award value in detail
Award value:
- Rs. 2,000 for Plus 2 examination
- Rs. 1,000 for 10th examination
The duration of the award is not specified. The payment method is not through direct bank transfer.
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Application steps
Application steps:
- Collect the application form from the office of the District Adi Dravidar and Tribal Welfare Officer.
- Fill in all mandatory fields, paste a passport-sized photograph, and attach copies of all required documents.
- Submit the completed application form along with the documents to the Director of Adi Dravidar Welfare, Chennai-5.
- Request a receipt or acknowledgment from the authority upon submission.
Common application errors
Common application errors:
- Not collecting the application form from the correct office.
- Missing mandatory documents or not self-attesting them when required.
- Not requesting a receipt or acknowledgment upon submission.
Questions and answers
What is the purpose of the scheme?
The scheme provides cash awards to promote academic excellence among students from certain communities.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligible students must belong to the Adi Dravidar, Tribal communities, or be Adi Dravidar converts to Christianity and have passed the relevant examinations.
What amounts are awarded?
Students receive Rs. 2,000 for excelling in Plus 2 and Rs. 1,000 for the 10th examination.
How many awards are given?
One student from each eligible community is awarded for each subject.
How can I apply?
Applications are submitted offline through the District Adi Dravidar and Tribal Welfare Officer.
Is there an income limit for eligibility?
There is no income limit for this scheme.
Is there an age limit for applicants?
There is no age limit specified for this scheme.
What documents are required for the application?
Documents include proof of identity, caste certificate, income certificate (if applicable), and marksheets.
Official call and application portal
Applications are submitted only on the provider's own portal. jsrr.in does not accept forms, documents or fees.
Documents from the provider
- Guidelines tn.gov.in
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This entry was drafted with AI tools from the official listing. Each amount and date in it was checked automatically against that listing; read the official call before you apply.
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