Arunachal Pradesh Free Coaching Scheme for APST Students — Key Information
Arunachal Free Coaching APST UPSC SSC — Government of Arunachal Pradesh
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Arunachal Free Coaching APST UPSC SSC — Quick Info
| Scheme Name | Arunachal Pradesh Free Coaching Scheme for APST Students 2026 — UPSC, SSC, Banking, NDA Free Coaching | APPSC |
| State / UT | Arunachal Pradesh (Arunachal Pradesh) |
| Launch Year | 2015 |
| Benefit | Free UPSC/SSC/Banking/NDA/APPSC coaching + ₹3,000-₹5,000/month stipend + study material + lodging — APST students — PRC mandatory — merit-cum-need selection |
| Official Website | https://arunachal.gov.in/department/higher-education |
What is Arunachal Free Coaching APST UPSC SSC?
Arunachal Pradesh Free Coaching Scheme provides APST tribal students fully funded coaching for UPSC Civil Services, SSC, Banking, NDA, and APPSC exams. Selected students get free coaching at empanelled institutes + ₹3,000-₹5,000/month stipend + study material + lodging support. Selection is through a merit-cum-need test. PRC and APST certificate are mandatory. Apply through APSTFDC or the Higher and Technical Education Department when the annual notification is released.
Arunachal Free Coaching APST UPSC SSC Benefits
✅ Free UPSC/SSC/Banking/NDA/APPSC coaching + ₹3,000-₹5,000/month stipend + study material + lodging — APST students — PRC mandatory — merit-cum-need selection
Arunachal Free Coaching APST UPSC SSC Eligibility
APST (PRC + APST cert), age per exam category, graduate (UPSC/Banking/SSC CGL) or Class 12 (NDA/SSC MTS), income below ₹6 lakh, not availing another coaching scheme.
Required Documents
- ✓ Aadhaar Card (mandatory)
- ✓ PRC — Permanent Residence Certificate (Arunachal Pradesh)
- ✓ APST Certificate (issued by District Commissioner — mandatory)
- ✓ Educational Certificates (10th, 12th, graduation marksheets as applicable)
- ✓ Income Certificate (family annual income — issued by Circle Officer/SDM)
- ✓ Bank passbook (Aadhaar-linked — for stipend DBT)
- ✓ Passport-size photograph
- ✓ Category-specific document (BPL card / disability cert if applicable for priority)
How to Apply for Arunachal Free Coaching APST UPSC SSC?
APSTFDC annual notification → download form → target exam + institute preference → PRC + APST cert + educational certs + income cert + Aadhaar → submit by deadline → merit-cum-need test → selection → free coaching + stipend.
- 1Check APSTFDC or Higher and Technical Education Department website/notice board for annual coaching admission notification
- 2Download the application form from arunachal.gov.in or collect from APSTFDC office in Itanagar
- 3Fill the form specifying target exam (UPSC/SSC/Banking/NDA/APPSC) and coaching institute preference
- 4Attach PRC, APST certificate, educational certificates, income certificate, Aadhaar, and bank passbook
- 5Submit before the deadline to APSTFDC or District Higher Education Office
- 6Attend the merit-cum-need selection test; selected candidates get placement confirmation and stipend enrollment
Official Website — Arunachal Pradesh
Apply directly on the Government of Arunachal Pradesh website. Application is completely free — do not pay anyone.
🔗 Apply at APSTFDC / Higher Education Department, Arunachal PradeshFrequently Asked Questions — Arunachal Free Coaching APST UPSC SSC
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