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Adi Dravidar and Tribal Welfare Department: Incentive/Award of Prizes-For Each Subjects

The scheme offers cash awards to students from the Adi Dravidar, Tribal communities, and Adi Dravidar converts to Christianity for excelling in academic subjects in 10th and Plus 2 examinations.

Ministry / Department
Adi Dravidar and Tribal Welfare Department
Level
State
Benefit type
other
Last verified: 18 Jun 2026

What is Adi Dravidar and Tribal Welfare Department: Incentive/Award of Prizes-For Each Subjects?

The scheme offers cash awards to students from the Adi Dravidar, Tribal communities, and Adi Dravidar converts to Christianity for excelling in academic subjects in 10th and Plus 2 examinations.

Benefit
• For plus 2 Examination: ₹2,000/-. - For 10th Examination: ₹1,000/-.
Level
State — Tamil Nadu
Ministry / Dept.
Adi Dravidar and Tribal Welfare Department
Benefit type
other
Key eligibility
The beneficiary should be a Student.
Last verified
18 Jun 2026

Overview

The scheme “Adi Dravidar and Tribal Welfare Department: Incentive/Award of Prizes-For Each Subjects” by the Adi Dravidar and Tribal Welfare Department, Tamil Nadu, provides financial incentives to promote academic achievement among students from underprivileged communities. One Student each from Adi Dravidar/Tribal/Adi Dravider converted to Christianity for each subject is selected for the awards.

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Benefits

For plus 2 Examination: ₹2,000/-. - For 10th Examination: ₹1,000/-.

Eligibility

  • The beneficiary should be a Student.
  • The beneficiary should be a resident of Tamil Nadu.
  • The beneficiary should belong to the Adi Dravidar/Tribal/Adi Dravidar converted to Christianity community.
  • The beneficiary must have passed the 10th or Plus 2 examination.
Area: Tamil NaduBenefit: other

Documents Required

  • ✓ Proof of identity (Aadhar card or any other document as directed by the authority).
  • ✓ Caste certificate (Adi Dravidar/ Tribal community).
  • ✓ Income certificate (if applicable).
  • ✓ Marksheets of the 10th/Plus 2 examination.
  • ✓ Any other documents (if required).
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How to Apply

  1. Step 1: Offline — Step 1

    The interested applicant should collect the application form from the office of the District Adi Dravidar and Tribal Welfare Officer.

  2. Step 2: Offline — Step 2

    In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, paste the passport-sized photograph (signed across, if required), and attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attest, if required).

  3. Step 3: Offline — Step 3

    Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents to the Director of Adi Dravidar Welfare, Chennai-5.

  4. Step 4: Offline — Step 4

    Request a receipt or acknowledgment from the concerned authority to whom the application has been submitted. Ensure that the receipt contains essential details such as the date and time of submission, a unique identification number (if applicable). <br>

FAQ

What is the purpose of the scheme?

The scheme offers cash awards to students from the Adi Dravidar, Tribal communities, and Adi Dravidar converts to Christianity for excelling in academic subjects in 10th and Plus 2 examinations.

Who is eligible to receive the incentive under this scheme?

The scheme is open to students belonging to the Adi Dravidar, Tribal communities, or Adi Dravidar converts to Christianity who have passed the 10th or Plus 2 examinations.

What is the amount of the incentive provided?

Students who excel in Plus 2 examinations receive [?]2,000/-, while those excelling in 10th standard exams receive [?]1,000/-.

How many students can receive this incentive for each subject?

One student from each of the eligible communities (Adi Dravidar, Tribal, or Adi Dravidar converts to Christianity) is awarded for each subject.

How to apply for the incentive?

Applicants can apply through the Director of Adi Dravidar Welfare in Chennai or through the District Adi Dravidar and Tribal Welfare Officer by submitting the necessary documents.

Is there an income limit to be eligible for this scheme?

As per the guidelines, there is no income restriction for this scheme. All eligible students from the specified communities can apply.

Is there an age limit to be eligible for this scheme?

As per the guidelines, there is no age restriction for this scheme. All eligible students from the specified communities can apply.

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