Assam Scholarship 2024 | Registration, Eligibility and How to Apply

The Assam Scholarship program is a comprehensive initiative aimed at providing financial support to students at various educational levels. It is designed to ensure that no talented student in Assam is deprived of the opportunity to pursue higher education due to financial constraints

In this article, we will explore the Assam Scholarship program, its objectives, eligibility criteria, application process, and the transformative impact it has on the lives of students in the state.

Objectives of the Assam Scholarship

The primary objectives of the Assam Scholarship program are as follows:

1. Education Accessibility: The program strives to ensure that every deserving student in Assam has access to quality education, regardless of their financial background.
2. Financial Assistance: By providing financial support, the scholarship helps students cover various educational expenses, including tuition fees, textbooks, and living costs.
3. Merit Recognition: The Assam Scholarship acknowledges and rewards academic excellence, encouraging students to excel in their educational pursuits.
4. Inclusivity: The program is designed to cater to the unique needs of various social and economic groups, ensuring that no eligible student is left behind.
5. Types Of Scholarships

The following types of scholarships will be provided to the beneficiaries:

Assam Scholarship Important Dates

Assam Scholarship 2024– Key Eligibility

Every scholarship comes with a pre-defined set of eligibility conditions that you need to fulfil to receive the scholarship amount. These conditions majorly depend upon your current academic qualification and financial needs. The key eligibility condition that is applicable for all Assam scholarships is that the students must be domicile or permanent residents of the state. Furthermore, get detailed eligibility criteria for each scholarship in the table given below.

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Pre-Matric Scholarship for SC Students (Class 1 to 10), Assam

• The scholarship is applicable for SC students who are studying in class 1 to 10 (full-time) at a government school or a government recognized school
• The Scholarship is applicable to the children of parents who work as manual scavengers or tanners and flayers or Waste pickers or any person engaged in hazardous cleaning jobs
• There is no family income ceiling for this scholarship

Pre-Matric Scholarship for SC Students (Class 9 and 10), Assam

• The scholarship is applicable for SC students who are studying in classes 9 and 10 (full-time) at a government school or a government-recognized school
• The annual income of the family should be less than INR 2.5 Lakh per annum
• The applicants should not be in receipt of any other centrally-funded pre-matric scholarship

Pre-Matric Scholarship for OBC Students, Assam

• The students of classes 1 to 10 can apply for this scholarship
• They must hold a minimum attendance of 60% in the previous year
• The annual income of the family should be less than INR 2.50 Lakh

Pre-Matric Scholarship for ST Students (Class 9 & 10), Assam

• The scholarship is applicable for ST students who are studying in classes 9 and 10 (full-time) at a government school or a government-recognized school
• The annual income of the family should be less than INR 2 Lakh per annum
• The applicants should not be in receipt of any other centrally-funded pre-matric scholarship

Post Matric Scholarship for OBC Students, Assam

• The OBC students pursuing their studies at the post-matriculation level (class 11 to postdoctoral level) from a recognized institution can apply for this scholarship
• The annual income of the family should not exceed INR 1.50 Lakh per annum from all sources

Post Matric Scholarship for ST Students, Assam

• The scholarship is open for students pursuing studies at post-matriculation level (class 11 to post-doctoral level) from a recognized institution
• The annual income of the family should be less than INR 2 Lakh from all sources

Assam Scholarship 2024 – Awards

The scholarship amount generally varies from scheme to scheme. Know in detail about all the scholarship awards below.

Pre-Matric Scholarship for SC Students (Class 9 and 10), Assam

• For hostellers – INR 7000 per annum
• For day scholars – INR 3500  per annum

Pre-Matric Scholarship for SC Students (Class 1 to 10), Assam

• For hostellers of Class 3 to 10 – INR 8000 per annum
• For day scholars – INR 3500  per annum

Pre-Matric Scholarship for OBC Students, Assam

• For hostellers of classes 3 to 10 – INR 500 per month for 10 months
• For day scholars of classes 1 to 10 – INR 100 per month for 10 months
• An annual ad hoc grant of INR 500

Pre-Matric Scholarship for ST Students (Class 9 and 10), Assam

• INR 150 per month for day scholars and INR 350 per month for hostellers for 10 months
• Books and ad-hoc grant of INR 750 per annum for day scholars and INR 1000 per annum for hostellers.
• Additional disability allowance of up to INR 240.

Post Matric Scholarship for OBC Students, Assam

• Post Graduate hostellers – INR 750 per month
• Post Graduate day scholars – INR 350 per month
• Graduate hostellers – INR 510 per month
• Graduate day scholars – INR 335 per month
• All post matric non-degree programme (hostellers) – INR 260 per month
• All post matric non-degree programme (day scholars) – INR 160 per month

Post Matric Scholarship for ST Students, Assam

• Post Graduate hostellers – INR 1200 per month
• Post Graduate day scholars – INR 550 per month
• Graduate hostellers – INR 820 per month
• Graduate day scholars – INR 530 per month
• All post matric non-degree programme (hostellers) – INR 380 per month
• All post matric non degree programme (day scholars) – INR 230 per month

*The number of scholarships mentioned above is approximate. It may increase or decrease as per the availability of funds or eligible students.

Assam Scholarship 2024 – Application Process

Most of the scholarships invite applications online from the students including applications through the National Scholarship Portal (NSP) and other government sites. Know where and how can you apply for the scholarships in the table given below.

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