Scholarships to Students Studying in Central Government Institution like IIT, IIM, IIIT, NIT and Central Universities
At a Glance
Scheme Category
Education & Learning,Scholarships and student finance
Target Beneficiaries
Individual
Brief Description
The scholarship provides financial assistance to students from Tamil Nadu's BC, MBC, and DNC communities pursuing UG/PG courses at premier Central Government institutions like IITs, IIMs, IIITs, NITs, and Central Universities.
Benefit Type
Cash
Eligibility Criteria
- The beneficiary should be a student. - The beneficiary should be a resident of Tamil Nadu. - The beneficiary should belong to the Backward Classes (BC)/ Most Backward Classes (MBC)/ Denotified Communities (DNC). - The beneficiary should be pursuing UG/PG courses in IIT/ IIM/ IIIT/ NIT and Central Universities. - The beneficiary&39;s parental annual income should not exceed ₹2,50,000/-.
Application Mode
Offline
Application Process
- The eligible and willing students are requested to fill out the application forms and submit the filled application to the institutions and send the filled application with the concurrence of the Principal of the Institution with all enclosures to the under-mentioned Directorate. > Commissioner of Backward Classes Welfare, > Ezhilagam Annex Building, > 2nd floor, Chepauk, Chennai-5. > Phone: 044-28551462 > E-mail: tngovtiitscholarship@gmail.com <br> Download the Application form through the below-mentioned link: - <nis:link nis:type=webUrl nis:id=slugId nis:text="Fresh Application Form" nis:value=https://bcmbcmw.tn.gov.in/forms/IIT_scholarship_Application_Fresh.pdf nis:enabled=true/>. - <nis:link nis:type=webUrl nis:id=slugId nis:text="Renewal Application Form" nis:value=https://bcmbcmw.tn.gov.in/forms/IIT_scholarship_Application_Renewal.pdf nis:enabled=true/>.
Required Documents
- Copy of recent photograph. Birth Certificate. Community Certificate. Nativity Certificate. Income Certificate obtained after 01.04.2023 from Revenue Authorities. Copy of Aadhaar. Marks obtained copy in Entrance exam to get admission to college. Admission order copy. Bonafide certificate from the Institution. Copy of Identity card from the Institution. Academic Certificate. First page of Bank Passbook clearly showing the Account Number and IFSC Code. Fees Paid receipt copies for the year 2023-24 (All the semesters for the year 2023-24). Note: All the enclosed copies should be self-attested.
FAQs
What is the objective of this scheme?
The scholarship provides financial assistance to students from Tamil Nadu's BC, MBC, and DNC communities pursuing UG/PG courses at premier Central Government institutions like IITs, IIMs, IIITs, NITs, and Central Universities.
Who is eligible for this scholarship?
The scholarship is available to students from the Backward Classes (BC), Most Backward Classes (MBC), and Denotified Communities (DNC) who are natives of Tamil Nadu and studying at IITs, IIMs, IIITs, NITs, or Central Universities.
What is the maximum annual family income for eligibility?
The annual family income must not exceed ₹2,50,000/- for students to be eligible for the scholarship.
Which institutions are covered under this scholarship?
The scholarship covers students enrolled in IITs, IIMs, IIITs, NITs, and Central Universities.
What is the scholarship amount?
The scholarship reimburses tuition fees, exam fees, and other compulsory fees up to ₹2,00,000/- per year.
How long will the scholarship amount be reimbursed?
The scholarship amount will be reimbursed every year for the entire duration of the student's UG/PG course.
Is the reimbursement made directly to the student?
Yes, the reimbursement is made directly to the student every year.
Can students from other states apply for the scholarship?
No, only students who are natives of Tamil Nadu are eligible to apply.
Is there a limit to the number of scholarships awarded?
Yes, if the number of applications exceeds the available scholarships, students will be selected based on their marks in the plus two public exams.
Does the scholarship cover all fees?
The scholarship covers tuition, exam fees, and other compulsory fees, or up to Rs. 2 lakh per year, whichever is lesser.
How can students apply for the scholarship?
Students must fill out the application form, get it approved by the principal of their institution, and submit it to the Commissioner of Backward Classes Welfare.
Where can students get assistance with the application process?
Students can seek assistance from the District Backward Classes and Minorities Welfare Office in their district.