Awards to Bright Students

Description
The “Awards to Bright Students” scheme by the Adi Dravidar and Tribal Welfare Department, Tamil Nadu, offers financial assistance to the top two boys and two girls from Adi Dravidar/Tribal/Adi Dravidar Converted to Christianity in each district who have excelled in their 10th standard public examinations and continue their studies.

Exclusions
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Benefits
• &gt; **Financial Assistance:**
• **For the first year:** ₹800/-.
• **For the next five years (per year):** ₹960/-.
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Eligibility Criteria
1. - The beneficiary should be a resident of Tamil Nadu.
2. - The beneficiary should be a student.
3. - The beneficiary should have passed 10th std., Public Examinations.
4. - The beneficiary should be among the top two boys or two girls in their concerned district.
5. - The beneficiary should be continuing their studies after 10th standard.
6. - The beneficiary should belong to the Adi Dravidar/ Tribal/ Adi Dravidar Converted to Christianity communities.

Required Documents
• Proof of identity (Aadhar card or any other document as directed by the authority).
• Caste certificate (Adi Dravidar/ Tribal/ Adi Dravidar converted to Christian).
• 10th standard marksheet.
• Proof of continuing education after 10th standard (admission or enrolment certificate).
• Bank account details.
• Any other documents (if required).

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the purpose of the “Awards to Bright Students” scheme?
A: The "Awards to Bright Students" scheme offers financial assistance to the top two boys and two girls from Adi Dravidar/Tribal/Adi Dravidar Converted to Christianity in each district who have excelled in their 10th standard public examinations and continue their studies.

Q: Who is eligible for this scheme?
A: The first two boys and two girls in each district from the Adi Dravidar/Tribal/Adi Dravidar Converted to Christianity community who have passed the 10th standard public examination.

Q: What is the financial assistance provided?
A: [?]800/- in the first year and [?]960/- annually for the next five years.

Q: Is there any income limit to apply for this scheme?
A: No, there is no income limit.

Q: How can students apply for the scheme?
A: Students can apply through their educational institution.

Q: Can students from all communities apply for this award?
A: No, only students from the Adi Dravidar, Tribal, or Adi Dravidar Converted to Christianity communities are eligible.

Q: How is the award amount disbursed?
A: The amount is disbursed directly into the student's bank account.

Q: Can students who have not secured the first or second position in their district apply?
A: No, only the top two boys and two girls in each district are eligible.

Q: What happens if a student discontinues their studies?
A: The financial assistance will stop if the student discontinues their studies.

Q: Are students pursuing any specific stream of education eligible?
A: The scheme applies to all students, regardless of the stream they pursue after 10th standard.

Q: Is there any provision for extending the award beyond five years?
A: No, the award is provided for a maximum of six years (one year initially and five years afterward).