What is Sikkim Post-Matric Scholarship ST/SC?
Sikkim channels funding from two central ministries — Social Justice for SC students and Tribal Affairs for ST students, including the state's own Bhutia, Lepcha, and Limboo-Tamang communities — into one Post-Matric Scholarship worth ₹8,000 to ₹15,000 a year. Coverage extends from Class 11 and Class 12 through diploma, graduate, and postgraduate study, and the money covers more than tuition: maintenance allowance, study tours, and even thesis or dissertation charges at the postgraduate level. The Social Justice & Empowerment Department, Government of Sikkim, administers the scheme and reconciles both ministries' funding so students deal with just one application.
Sikkim Post-Matric Scholarship ST/SC — Quick Overview
| Scheme Name | Sikkim Post-Matric Scholarship 2026 — ST/SC ₹8,000–₹15,000/Year | Bhutia Lepcha Limboo Tamang Scholarship |
| State | Sikkim (सिक्किम) |
| Launched By | Government of Sikkim |
| Launch Year | 2008 |
| Benefit | ₹8,000–₹15,000/year post-matric scholarship for ST/SC students (Bhutia, Lepcha, Limboo-Tamang communities) |
| Category | Education |
| Last Verified | 27 May 2026 |
| Official Portal | https://scholarships.gov.in |
सिक्किम Post-Matric Scholarship ले अनुसूचित जनजाति (Bhutia, Lepcha, Limboo-Tamang) र अनुसूचित जाति (SC) का विद्यार्थीहरूलाई कक्षा ११ देखि स्नातकोत्तर तहसम्म ₹८,०००–₹१५,०००/वर्ष scholarship दिन्छ। Maintenance allowance, study tour, thesis charge समावेश। scholarships.gov.in मा apply गर्नुस्।
📌 फायदा: ₹८,०००–₹१५,०००/वर्ष — Bhutia/Lepcha/Limboo-Tamang ST र SC विद्यार्थी — कक्षा ११ देखि PG
पात्रता:
सिक्किम SSC/CoI धारक, ST (Bhutia/Lepcha/Limboo-Tamang) वा SC जाति प्रमाण, कक्षा ११/Diploma/Graduation/PG मा enrolled, वार्षिक पारिवारिक आय ₹२.५ लाखभन्दा कम, अघिल्लो परीक्षामा न्यूनतम ४०%।
अर्ज कसा करावा:
scholarships.gov.in → Aadhaar OTP register → Post-Matric ST/SC Scholarship → SSC + caste certificate + marksheet + bonafide + income certificate upload → submit → DBT।
Benefits of Sikkim Post-Matric Scholarship ST/SC
✅ ₹8,000–₹15,000/year post-matric scholarship for ST/SC students (Bhutia, Lepcha, Limboo-Tamang communities)
Who is Eligible for Sikkim Post-Matric Scholarship ST/SC?
- ✓ Applicants must hold a Sikkim Subject Certificate or Certificate of Identification as proof of permanent residence.
- ✓ The student should belong to a Scheduled Tribe community such as Bhutia, Lepcha, or Limboo-Tamang, or to a Scheduled Caste recognized in Sikkim.
- ✓ Eligible courses span Class 11, Class 12, diploma, graduation, and postgraduate study.
- ✓ Annual family income must stay below ₹2.5 lakh, whether the student is ST or SC.
- ✓ The scholarship cannot be drawn alongside another one of equal or higher value.
- ✓ At least 40% marks in the previous examination are needed for the award to continue.
Documents Required for Sikkim Post-Matric Scholarship ST/SC
How to Apply for Sikkim Post-Matric Scholarship ST/SC Online?
- 1Visit scholarships.gov.in — the application is filed online there
- 2Register yourself; an OTP is sent to the mobile linked with your Aadhaar
- 3Enter the personal, income and bank information the form asks for
- 4Provide clear copies of Aadhaar Card, Sikkim Subject Certificate / Certificate of Identification, Caste Certificate (ST — Bhutia, Lepcha, Limboo-Tamang / SC)
- 5Do a final review, submit, and keep the reference number safe
- 6Check progress on the same portal while officials verify your file
Official Government Portal — Sikkim
scholarships.gov.in is the only authorised application channel, and the Sikkim government charges nothing there — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
🔗 Apply at scholarships.gov.in