DNH SC/ST Post-Matric Scholarship — Quick Overview
| Scheme Name | Dadra & NH Post-Matric Scholarship for SC/ST Students 2026 — Full Tuition + ₹1,000/Month | scholarships.gov.in |
| State | Dadra & Nagar Haveli and Daman & Diu (दादरा और नगर हवेली और दमन और दीव) |
| Launched By | Government of Dadra & Nagar Haveli and Daman & Diu |
| Launch Year | 2013 |
| Benefit | Full tuition fee + ₹500–₹1,000/month maintenance for SC/ST students from DNH & DD UT (Class 11 to PhD) |
| Category | Education |
| Beneficiaries | 5,000+ SC/ST students in DNH & DD UT |
| Last Verified | 27 May 2026 |
| Official Portal | https://scholarships.gov.in |
What is DNH SC/ST Post-Matric Scholarship?
The Dadra & Nagar Haveli and Daman & Diu Post-Matric Scholarship for Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe students provides full tuition fee reimbursement and monthly maintenance allowance of ₹500–₹1,000 to SC/ST students domiciled in the UT who are pursuing Class 11 to PhD level education. Applied through the National Scholarships Portal (scholarships.gov.in). Implemented by the Social Welfare Department, UT of DNH & DD. Family annual income must be below ₹2.5 lakh.
Under this scheme, eligible beneficiaries receive Full tuition fee + ₹500–₹1,000/month maintenance for SC/ST students from DNH & DD UT (Class 11 to PhD). The scheme was launched in 2013 and is implemented by the Government of Dadra & Nagar Haveli and Daman & Diu.
दादरा और नगर हवेली SC/ST पोस्ट मैट्रिक छात्रवृत्ति — पूर्ण ट्यूशन + ₹500-₹1,000/माह — Class 11 से PhD — आय ₹2.5 लाख से कम — scholarships.gov.in — DBT।
पूर्ण tuition fee + ₹500-₹1,000/माह — SC/ST — दादरा नगर हवेली — Class 11 से PhD
दादरा और नगर हवेली UT के SC/ST छात्रों को Class 11 से PhD तक पूर्ण ट्यूशन शुल्क और ₹500-₹1,000/माह maintenance allowance मिलता है। परिवार की वार्षिक आय ₹2.5 लाख से कम होनी चाहिए। scholarships.gov.in पर आवेदन करें। राशि DBT से आधार-लिंक्ड बैंक में आती है।
📌 फायदा: पूर्ण ट्यूशन शुल्क + ₹500-₹1,000/माह — SC/ST — DNH & DD UT — Class 11 से PhD — DBT
पात्रता:
DNH & DD UT के SC/ST छात्र — Class 11 से PhD में नामांकित — परिवार आय ₹2.5 लाख से कम — आधार-लिंक्ड बैंक खाता।
अर्ज कसा करावा:
scholarships.gov.in → 'Post Matric Scholarship for SC/ST' → DNH & DD UT select → SC/ST certificate, domicile, marksheet, bonafide, income cert, bank passbook upload → submit.
Benefits of DNH SC/ST Post-Matric Scholarship
✅ Full tuition fee + ₹500–₹1,000/month maintenance for SC/ST students from DNH & DD UT (Class 11 to PhD)
पूर्ण tuition fee + ₹500-₹1,000/माह — SC/ST — दादरा नगर हवेली — Class 11 से PhD
Who is Eligible for DNH SC/ST Post-Matric Scholarship?
- ✓ SC or ST student domiciled in DNH & DD UT
- ✓ Enrolled in Class 11, diploma, graduation, post-graduation, or PhD
- ✓ Family annual income not exceeding ₹2.5 lakh
- ✓ Aadhaar Card + Aadhaar-linked bank account mandatory
- ✓ Not availing any other full government scholarship for the same year
Documents Required for DNH SC/ST Post-Matric Scholarship
How to Apply for DNH SC/ST Post-Matric Scholarship Online?
- 1Visit the official portal: https://scholarships.gov.in
- 2Register using your Aadhaar-linked mobile number and verify OTP
- 3Fill in the application form with personal and bank details
- 4Upload required documents
- 5Submit the application and note down the reference number
- 6Track application status on the official portal
Official Government Portal — Dadra & Nagar Haveli and Daman & Diu
Apply directly on the official Dadra & Nagar Haveli and Daman & Diu government website. This is the only authorised portal — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf. Application is completely free.
🔗 Apply at National Scholarships PortalFrequently Asked Questions — DNH SC/ST Post-Matric Scholarship
Common Questions About Dadra & Nagar Haveli and Daman & Diu Government Schemes
What is the maximum capital subsidy under the DNH Industrial Subsidy Scheme?+
The scheme provides 25% capital subsidy on the investment in plant, machinery, and buildings. The absolute cap depends on the enterprise category — check the current scheme notification on dnh.nic.in.
Which industries are eligible?+
Most manufacturing MSMEs are eligible. Certain polluting or restricted industries may be excluded. Refer to the industries department notification for the approved list.
What is the financial benefit under the DNH Kanya Vivah Yojana?+
₹51,000 is provided as direct financial assistance to the BPL family at the time of their daughter's marriage, transferred directly to the bank account.
Is there any income limit beyond BPL card?+
The primary criterion is possession of a valid BPL card from the UT Administration. BPL card holders are automatically considered to meet the income criterion.
DNH old age pension apply kaise karein?+
dnh.nic.in par online apply karein ya Social Welfare Department office in Silvassa (DNH) or Daman / Diu mein jaein. Aadhaar, domicile, age/disability/death proof, income certificate, bank passbook lekar jaaiye.
More Dadra & Nagar Haveli and Daman & Diu Government Schemes
Dadra & NH Industrial Subsidy Scheme 2026 — 25% Capital Subsidy for New Industries | dnh.nic.in
✅ 25% capital subsidy on plant/machinery + 50% stamp duty exemption + electricity duty concession + concessional industrial plots
Dadra & NH Chief Minister Kanya Vivah Yojana 2026 — ₹51,000 Financial Assistance for BPL Girls' Marriage | dnh.nic.in
✅ ₹51,000 direct financial assistance to BPL family at the time of daughter's marriage — DBT to bank account
Dadra & NH Old Age / Widow / Disability Pension 2026 — ₹1,500/Month | dnh.nic.in Social Welfare
✅ ₹1,500/month social security pension for senior citizens (60+), widows, and disabled (40%+) in DNH & DD UT
Dadra & NH PDS / NFSA Food Security Scheme 2026 — Free Ration for BPL/NFSA Families | food.dnh.gov.in
✅ 5 kg free foodgrains/person/month (PHH) or 35 kg/household/month (AAY) at Fair Price Shops via NFSA
Dadra & NH Swarojgar Yojana 2026 — ₹5 Lakh Loan + 25% Subsidy for Self-Employment | dnh.nic.in
✅ ₹1–₹5 lakh subsidised loan with 25% capital subsidy (max ₹1.25 lakh) for self-employment in DNH & DD UT
Dadra & NH Women SHG Revolving Fund & Loan Scheme 2026 — ₹15,000 Seed Fund + 0% Interest Loan | dnh.nic.in
✅ ₹15,000 seed revolving fund + ₹1–₹3 lakh 0% interest loan for women SHGs in DNH & DD UT
Dadra & NH PMAY Housing Scheme 2026 — ₹1.2–₹2.5 Lakh for BPL Family Housing | pmayg.nic.in / pmaymis.gov.in
✅ PMAY-G: ₹1.2 lakh + 90 days MGNREGS for rural BPL | PMAY-U CLSS: up to ₹2.67 lakh interest subsidy for EWS/LIG
Dadra & NH Post-Matric Scholarship for OBC Students 2026 — Full Tuition + ₹600/Month | scholarships.gov.in
✅ Full tuition fee + ₹400–₹600/month maintenance for OBC students from DNH & DD UT (Class 11 to PG)