Centrally Sponsored Post-Matric Scholarship Scheme for ST Students - Ladakh 2026

The Centrally Sponsored Post-Matric Scholarship Scheme for ST Students - Ladakh is a government scholarship providing financial assistance to Scheduled Tribe students from the Union Territory of Ladakh to pursue post-matriculation studies. The scheme awards a monthly maintenance allowance and supports students enrolled in recognized post-matric institutions. Eligibility includes domicile of Ladakh, ST community status, income limits and enrollment at post-matriculation level. The scheme is implemented locally by the Government of UT of Ladakh under the Indian Ministry of Tribal Affairs.

Monthly maintenance allowance of up to INR 1,200 to support post-matric studies

Applicants must be Indian citizens, domiciled in Ladakh, belonging to the Scheduled Tribes (ST) community, studying at post-matriculation level in recognized institutions, have passed matriculation or higher, have parental/guardian annual income not exceeding INR 200,000, and must not be receiving another scholarship/stipend.

Submit an online application form through the official scholarship application process as directed by the implementing authority.