Award brief
| Award value | The Chief Minister Merit Award provides Rs. 3,000 per year for five years to eligible SC/ST... |
|---|---|
| Last date | The official listing gives no last date; the provider announces it with each call. |
| Who can apply | Category: Scheduled Caste (SC), Scheduled Tribe (ST) |
| Provider | Adi Dravidar and Tribal Welfare Department |
| How to apply | Offline |
Contents of this entry
Overview
The Chief Minister Merit Award provides Rs. 3,000 per year for five years to eligible SC/ST students. The official listing does not specify a deadline. Applications are submitted offline through educational institutions.
The Chief Minister Merit Award aims to support students from SC/ST communities in Tamil Nadu. It is managed by the Adi Dravidar and Tribal Welfare Department.
This scheme offers financial assistance to deserving students based on their performance in the plus 2 public examinations.
Each selected student receives Rs. 3,000 annually for five years, encouraging them to continue their higher education.
The initiative is crucial for promoting educational opportunities among underprivileged communities in the state.
Eligibility
- Category
- Scheduled Caste (SC), Scheduled Tribe (ST)
- State
- Tamil Nadu
Conditions in the official listing
Eligibility:
- Academic: Must have passed plus 2 Public Examination
- Age: No specific age limit mentioned
- Income: No income limit
- Category: Must belong to SC/ST (Adi Dravidar, Tribal, or converted to Christianity) communities
Who cannot apply
- Students from communities other than SC/ST
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. 3,000 per year for five consecutive years
The award is granted for a total of five years, provided the student continues their education after the plus 2 examinations.
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Application steps
Application steps:
- Collect the application form from the concerned educational institution.
- Fill in all mandatory fields, paste a passport-sized photograph, and attach copies of required documents.
- Submit the completed application form along with the documents to the educational institution.
- Request a receipt or acknowledgment from the authority confirming submission details.
Common application errors
Common application errors:
- Not submitting the application through the educational institution.
- Missing required documents or signatures.
- Failing to request a receipt or acknowledgment of submission.
Questions and answers
What is the purpose of the Chief Minister Merit Award?
It provides financial support to SC/ST students based on their plus 2 examination marks.
Who can apply for this award?
Students from SC/ST communities who have passed the plus 2 Public Examination can apply.
How much is the award amount?
The award is Rs. 3,000 per year for five years.
Is there an income limit for eligibility?
No, there is no income limit for this award.
Can students apply after receiving their plus 2 results?
Yes, applications can be submitted after the plus 2 examination results.
How are students selected for the award?
Selection is based on the marks obtained in the plus 2 Public Examinations.
What happens if a student discontinues their education?
The student will no longer be eligible for the award if they stop studying.
Who administers the scheme?
The District Adi Dravidar and Tribal Welfare Officer administers the scheme.
Official call and application portal
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