Umbrella Scheme Post-Matric Scholarship for ST Students, Meghalaya 2026-27

Umbrella Scheme Post-Matric Scholarship for ST Students, Meghalaya 2026-27 is an opportunity provided by the Ministry of Tribal Affairs, Government of India, to students studying in classes 11 and above in recognised institutions in Meghalaya. The scholarship aims to financially support the study of needy students belonging to the Scheduled Tribe (ST) category. The selected students will receive a monthly maintenance allowance of up to ₹1,200 and other benefits.

• Scholarship
• Diploma
• Means based (low family income)

To be eligible, an applicant must be a citizen of India, be a domicile of Meghalaya, belong to the Scheduled Tribe (ST) category, have passed the Class 10/12 or higher secondary examination from a recognised university or board, have an annual family income of less than ₹2,50,000, hold a valid account in a scheduled bank linked to Aadhaar and a mobile number, and not be receiving any other scholarship. The scholarships will be given for the study of post-matriculation/post-secondary courses, recognised by the concerned approving authority, pursued in the following category of institutions/universities/colleges: All government institutes/colleges/universities, Institutions of National Importance, Central university/state university/autonomous colleges recognised by the UGC and universities/colleges recognised under section 2(f) and/or 12(b) of the UGC Act, Deemed universities, Private universities recognised by the state/centre with ‘A’ level or equivalent accreditation by the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) or National Board of Accreditation (NBA), Private professional institutions affiliated with a recognised central/state university, Schools/colleges recognised by the government/government-aided for Classes 11 and 12, Diploma-granting institutions as recognised by state/UT governments, Vocational training institute affiliated with the National Council of Vocational Training (NCVT), Institutions affiliated/approved by the appropriate bodies, like MCI/AICTE or any regulatory body established by the state/centre as the approving authority for a particular course.

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  Admissions & Course Track

  Diploma, Post-Matric (Class 11–12), Pre-Matric (Secondary), Professional courses and Undergraduate students in Class 10 at AICTE-approved and UGC-recognised institutions studying Engineering & Technology and Vocational.

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  Nationality

  Open to Indian nationals.

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  Social Category

  Open to Scheduled Tribe (ST) candidates.

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  Annual Family Income Threshold

  Gross annual family income must not exceed ₹2,50,000 (₹2.5 lakh) per annum.

The award is paid monthly.

Keep clear scanned copies of these ready before you begin your application.

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  Passport

  A valid passport — scan the bio-data page.

  Essential
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  Domicile Certificate

  Proof of residence in the eligible state.

  Essential
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  Academic Transcript

  Official transcripts of your previous studies.

  Essential
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  Income Certificate

  Issued by the competent revenue authority (Tehsildar / SDO).

  Up to ₹2.5 lakh
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  Disability Certificate

  Issued by a recognised medical authority.

  Essential

Candidates will be selected based on the fulfilment of the eligibility criteria.

1. 1

   Application Registration Opens

   3 July 2026

   The online application opens.

2. 2

   Application Deadline

   30 November 2026(Active)

   Last day to submit your application and supporting documents.

Applications for this scheme are online. Follow these steps in order.

Ministry of Tribal Affairs

Government

The Ministry of Tribal Affairs, Government of India is offering this opportunity.