The Assam State government has introduced the Assam State Scholarship Scheme to provide financial assistance to students in need. This scheme offers various types of scholarships that cater to different educational levels. To avail of these scholarships, applicants must meet the eligibility criteria outlined by the government.
Assam Scholarship 2023 Last Date
- Online applications for the Assam State Scholarship Scheme must be submitted before the deadline.
- The last date for submitting applications for Assam Scholarship 2023-24 is August 2023.
- Applicants must ensure that all the details provided in the application form are accurate and complete, and all the required documents are uploaded.
Assam Scholarship 2023 List
- Offered by the Department of Welfare of Plains Tribes and Backward Classes, Government of Assam.
- Eligibility criteria include being a SC student in class 9th or 10th from a government-affiliated or government school, having a family income less than 2 lakhs, and not being a beneficiary of any other centrally-funded scholarship scheme.
- Award details: Day scholars receive INR 150 per month, hostellers receive INR 350 per month for 10 months, and book and ad hoc day scholars receive INR 750 PA while hostellers receive INR 1000 PA.
- Last date to apply: 31st August.
- Assam Combined Merit Scholarship
- Provided by the Directorate of Higher Education, Government of Assam.
- Eligibility criteria: Students pursuing general degree and master’s degree courses in science, commerce, or arts with a minimum of 60% in the last qualifying examination.
- Award details: Undergraduate students receive INR 300 per month, and postgraduate students receive INR 500 per month.
- Application: Apply at https://directorateofhighereducation.assam.gov.in/
- Assam Pre-Matric Scholarship (OBC students)
- Offered by the Government of Assam for OBC students.
- Eligibility criteria include being a student from class 1 to 10th, having a minimum attendance of 60% in the previous year, and having a family income less than INR 2.50 lakhs.
- Important date: 10th March 2023.
- Assam Pre-Matric Scholarship (ST Students)
- Provided by the Ministry of Tribal Affairs, Government of India, for ST students in class 9th and 10th.
- Eligibility criteria: Full-time students of recognized government schools studying in class 9th to 10th, with a family income less than INR 2 lakhs and not receiving any other centrally-funded pre-matric scholarship.
- Assam Means cum Merit Scholarship
- Provided by the Department of Higher Education, Government of Assam, for students pursuing general degree and master’s degree courses in science, commerce, and arts.
- Eligibility criteria: Obtained at least 60% in the previous exams and a family income less than INR 2.50 lakhs PA.
- Award details: One-time financial assistance of INR 1000 per month every year.
- Application: Apply at https://www.dhescholarship.org.in/index.asp
- Assam National Talent Search Exam (NTSE)
- Provided by the National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT).
- Application: Apply online or offline through the official website of AFNA.
- Assam Foundation of North America Academics Scholarship:
- Offered by the Assam Foundation of North America (AFNA).
- Prime Minister’s Scholarship Scheme for Central Armed Police Forces and Assam Rifles
- Offered by the Welfare and Rehabilitation Board, Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India.
- Beneficiaries are wards/widows of ex RPF/RPSF personnel.
- Scholarship amount: Up to INR 2,250 per month.
- Eligible courses include UG and PG courses in computers, pharmacy, education, etc.
- Last date to apply: 15th November.
Required Documents for Assam Scholarship 2023
- Proof of Domicile of State of Assam.
- Bonafide certificate from the college or school authorities.
- Income certificate of the parents.
- Final Marksheet of 10th and 12th class.
- Self-declaration certificate stating not availing any other centrally-funded scholarship.
- 1st page of passbook displaying necessary details.
Benefits of Scholarship Assam 2023
- The scholarship scheme aims to provide financial assistance to students from economically weaker sections.
- It helps students pursue higher education and fulfill their aspirations.
Assam State Scholarship 2023 online apply
- Visit the official website of the scholarship.
- Read the eligibility criteria carefully.
- Click on the “Register Now” option.
- Fill in the required details such as User ID, name, gender, date of birth, community, mobile number, and captcha code.
- Complete the registration process and log in using the provided credentials.
- Fill out the application form and upload the necessary documents.
- Submit the application.
Assam Scholarship 2023 Selection Process
- The authorities will verify the application form and uploaded documents.
- Upon successful verification, applicants will receive the scholarship benefits.
