Top Class Education Scheme for SC Students

Central scholarship covering full tuition and related charges for meritorious SC students admitted to notified top-ranked higher-education institutions.

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Quick Information

Category
Scholarship
Department
Department of Social Justice and Empowerment, Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment
Government Level
Central Government
Official Portal
scholarships.gov.in
Last Verified
2026-09-13

Overview

The Top Class Education Scheme for SC Students is a central scholarship covering full tuition fee and other charges for meritorious Scheduled Caste students admitted to select, top-ranked higher-education institutions notified under the scheme, for professional and technical courses. It is administered by the Department of Social Justice and Empowerment, Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment.

Important Information

Eligibility & Benefits

Eligibility
SC students securing admission (through merit or entrance test) to one of the scheme's notified institutions, with family income within the prescribed limit.
Benefits
Full tuition fee, non-refundable charges, and a living/book allowance — confirm current limits on the official portal.

How to Apply

Application process
Apply online through the National Scholarship Portal after securing admission to a notified institution.

Official Source

Department of Social Justice and Empowerment, Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment

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Source: Top Class Education Scheme for SC Students, Department of Social Justice and Empowerment

Last verified: 2026-09-13

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