Government Scholarships for Arts and Science Students in Tamil Nadu 2025
If you are a student in Tamil Nadu and are studying in Arts or Science, then you have the opportunity to get many great government scholarships in 2025. These scholarships are especially for students who are financially weak, come from backward classes, or are the first in their family to study college.
In this article, we will explain in detail what scholarships are available, who can apply, and how to apply.
Objective of Scholarship
The objective of the Tamil Nadu government and some private trusts is that no promising student should give up his studies just due to lack of money. Therefore, these scholarships are given to those students:
- Who are economically weak
- Who come from backward classes (BC/MBC/DNC/SC/ST)
- Who are physically handicapped
- Who are orphans or who do not have parents
- Who are first generation graduates
1. Vidya Dhan Tamil Nadu Plus 1 Scholarship
Who gives this scholarship?
An organization named Sarojini Damodharan Foundation gives this scholarship.
Who is it for?
Students who have passed class 10th in 2025 and are now taking admission in class 11th.
Eligibility:
- More than 80% marks from state board or
- More than 90% marks from CBSE
- Family income should be less than ₹2 lakh
Benefit:
Financial assistance is given to the student for 2 years.
2. Tamil Nadu General Scholarship
Who is this scholarship for?
- Students from BC, MBC, DNC, SC and ST categories
- Students from minority communities
- Physically challenged students
- Orphans or students with single parents
Where to get it?
This scholarship is given by the Tamil Nadu government.
3. Free Education Scheme (for Professional Courses)
What is the benefit of this scheme?
If you are taking admission in professional courses like engineering, medical, agriculture and your household income is less than ₹1 lakh per annum, then:
- The entire fee (tuition, exam, special) is waived
The condition is that there is no graduate in your family (first generation student)
4. College-based scholarship
Example:
Hindusthan College of Arts and Science:
This college gives fee concessions to students based on both merit and need. In some cases, hostel fees are also waived.
Government Arts and Science Colleges:
Most government colleges in Tamil Nadu offer annual scholarships to meritorious and needy students.
Aditanar Colleges:
Students can also avail scholarships from Tamil Nadu Educational Trust, especially those from rural backgrounds.
5. UGC Scholarships
UGC (University Grants Commission) also offers some important scholarships, such as:
- Post Graduate Merit Scholarship for University Rank Holders
- Indira Gandhi Scholarship for Single Girl Child
This is for girl students who are the only daughter of their parents and wish to pursue higher education.
How to apply?
- For Vidya Dhan Scholarship:
Website: vidyadhan.org
Fill online form and upload documents - For Tamil Nadu General Scholarship:
Get the form from your college or apply online at scholarship.tn.gov.in - Free Education Scheme:
Portal: myScheme.gov.in
Apply online with relevant documents - Using TNGASA Portal:
If you have taken admission in a Government Arts and Science College:
Register at tngasa.in
Upload required documents like marksheet, caste certificate, Aadhaar card, photo
Required documents:
- Class 10th and 12th marksheet
- Income certificate
- Caste certificate (if applicable)
- Passport size photo
- Aadhaar card or other identity proof
Tips for students
- Apply on time, as many scholarships have deadlines.
- Keep the documents complete and scan them and upload them along with the online form.
- Keep getting updates from the scholarship cell or admin office in the college from time to time.
Conclusion
If the arts and science students studying in Tamil Nadu are informed and apply on time, then they will not have to face any financial problem in their studies. The government and many trusts are helping to turn the dreams of the students into reality.
So if you or any student you know is going to take admission in college in 2025, then definitely share the information about these scholarships and apply on time.
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