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Free Education Scheme

The scheme provides financial support to Backward, Most Backward Classes, and Denotified Communities students pursuing 3-year undergraduate courses (B.A., B.Sc., B.Com.) in Government and Government Aided Arts and Science Colleges.

Start date7 May 2012
Last verifiedToday

About This Scheme

The "Free Education Scheme" launched on 7th May, 2012, by the Backward Classes, Most Backward Classes and Minorities Welfare Department, Tamil Nadu, is designed to support Backward Classes (BC), Most Backward Classes (MBC), and De-notified Communities (DNC) students in pursuing higher education without the burden of fees. It covers all special fees, non-refundable compulsory fees, and examination fees for students enrolled in 3-year undergraduate programs (B.A., B.Sc., B.Com.) in Government and Government Aided Arts and Science Colleges.

Benefits

  • Financial Assistance: Special fees and other non-refundable compulsory fees are paid as prescribed by Government and examination fee in full.

Eligibility

Note: You may be eligible based on the information shown. Please verify the official eligibility requirements before applying.

Required Documents

  • Caste certificate.
  • Proof of identity (Aadhar card or any other document as directed by the authority).
  • Admission letter or proof of enrollment (Government or Government Aided Arts and Science College).
  • Bank account details for fee reimbursement.
  • Previous academic records (as required by the college).
  • Any other documents (if required).

✦ Required ◦ Optional

How to Apply

IIn-person

Step-1: The interested applicant should collect the application form from the concerned educational institute.

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).

Step-3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents to the institution.

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).

Quick Info

Level
Central Government
Launched
7 May 2012