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Award of Pre-matric Scholarship to the Students Whose Parents Are Engaged in Unclean Occupation

"Award of Pre-matric Scholarship to the Students Whose Parents Are Engaged in Unclean Occupation” by the Adi Dravidar Welfare Dept, Govt of Puducherry, provides scholarships to the students whose parents are engaged in unclean occupations to improve the status of the unprivileged society.

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

What is Award of Pre-matric Scholarship to the Students Whose Parents Are Engaged in Unclean Occupation?

"Award of Pre-matric Scholarship to the Students Whose Parents Are Engaged in Unclean Occupation” by the Adi Dravidar Welfare Dept, Govt of Puducherry, provides scholarships to the students whose parents are engaged in unclean occupations to improve the status of the unprivileged society.

Benefit
₹1850/- per annum.
Level
State — Puducherry
Ministry / Dept.
Adi Dravidar Welfare Department, Puducherry
Benefit type
other
Key eligibility
The applicant should be from a Scheduled Caste.
Last verified
18 Jun 2026

Overview

The scheme "Award of Pre-matric Scholarship to the Students Whose Parents Are Engaged in Unclean Occupation” by the Adi Dravidar Welfare Department, Government of Puducherry, provides scholarships to the students whose parents are engaged in unclean occupation (scavenger, Flayers & Tarner) to improve the status of the unprivileged society. The scheme provides scholarships irrespective of income and caste.

Benefits

₹1850/- per annum.

Eligibility

  • The applicant should be from a Scheduled Caste.
  • The applicant should be a Student.
  • The applicant should be studying in Class 1st to Class 10th.
  • The applicant should be a Native/Resident of the Union Territory of Puducherry.
  • Either or both the parents of the applicant should be engaged in unclean occupation (Scavenger/ Flayer/ Tarner).
Area: PuducherryBenefit: other

Documents Required

  • ✓ Residence-cum-nativity Certificate, issued by the competent authority.
  • ✓ Recent Passport-Size Photograph.
  • ✓ Aadhaar Card.
  • ✓ Bank Passbook.
  • ✓ Certificate of Unclean Occupation Obtained From the Employer by the Parent/s.
  • ✓ Educational Certificate/s.
  • ✓ <br>
  • ✓ In the absence of an Aadhaar Card; the applicant is required to provide his/her Aadhaar Enrolment ID along with ANY ONE of the following documents -
  • ✓ Bank or Post Office Passbook with Photo.
  • ✓ Permanent Account Number (PAN) Card.
  • ✓ Passport.
  • ✓ Ration Card.
  • ✓ Voter Identity Card.
  • ✓ MGNREGA Card.
  • ✓ Kisan Photo Passbook.
  • ✓ Driving license issued by the Licensing Authority under the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988 (59 of 1988).
  • ✓ Certificate of identity having a photo of such person issued by a Gazetted Officer or a Tehsildar on an official letterhead.
  • ✓ Any other document as specified by the Department.

How to Apply

  1. Step 1: Offline — Step 1

    The interested applicant should visit (during office hours) the Office/ Sub-Office of the Adi Dravidar Welfare and Scheduled Tribes Welfare Department, and request the hard copy of the prescribed format of the application form from the staff exclusively entrusted to issue and collect filled-in applications.

  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 concerned authority.

  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, and a unique identification number (if applicable).

FAQ

How does the scheme contribute to societal improvement?

The "Award of Pre-matric Scholarship" scheme contributes to societal improvement by breaking barriers, providing financial aid, and encouraging education among the marginalized section engaged in unclean occupations.

What role does the employer's certificate play in the application process?

The certificate of unclean occupation obtained from the employer by the parent is a crucial document verifying the engagement in scavenging, flaying, or tanning.

Are there any specific criteria for residency in the Union Territory of Puducherry?

Yes, applicants must be native residents of the Union Territory of Puducherry to qualify for the pre-matric scholarship.

Is the scheme limited to a specific income group?

No, the scheme does not consider the income of the applicant, ensuring inclusivity for all eligible students, irrespective of their financial background.

Can students from any class benefit from the scholarship?

Yes, students studying in Class 1st to Class 10th are eligible to avail the benefits of the pre-matric scholarship in Puducherry.

What financial assistance does the scheme provide annually?

The scheme offers [?]1850/- per annum as financial assistance to the eligible students in Puducherry.

Does the scheme consider the income and caste of the applicant for eligibility?

No, eligibility for the scholarship is irrespective of income and caste, focusing solely on the student's background and parents' engagement in unclean occupations.

Is There Any Compensation For The Delay In The Disbursal Of The Scheme Benefits?

The guidelines do not mention any provision for compensation in the event of delayed disbursement of scheme benefits. Applicants should note that compensation for delays is not part of the scheme's framework.

Are there any specific provisions for Transgenders under this scheme?

No provisions for Transgenders are mentioned in the guidelines of this scheme.

Can Applicants From The Neighboring States/UTs Also Apply To This Scheme?

Unfortunately, this scheme is exclusively available to permanent residents of the Puducherry. Applicants from neighboring States/UTs, among others, are not eligible to apply.

Is there an application deadline for this scheme?

The scheme guidelines do not mention any opening date or closing date for applications.

Is Puducherry a State or a Union Territory?

Puducherry is a Union Territory of India.

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