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Awards to Bright Students

✓ Information verified — June 2026
Tamil Nadu

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.

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What You Get

  • Cash award for top two boys and two girls from eligible communities per district
  • Recognition certificate for academic excellence
  • Financial support to continue studies after 10th standard
  • Merit-based incentive for continued educational pursuit

Who Can Apply

  • Age: 15–21 years
  • Residence: Tamil Nadu residents only
  • Student must have appeared in 10th standard public examination
  • Must be among the top two boys or top two girls in the district
  • Must belong to Adi Dravidar, Tribal, or Adi Dravidar Converted to Christianity community
  • Must continue studies after 10th standard
  • Must be a resident of Tamil Nadu

Documents Needed

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  1. 1. 10th Standard Mark Sheet
  2. 2. Aadhaar Card
  3. 3. Community Certificate
  4. 4. Proof of Residence
  5. 5. Bank Passbook

How to Apply

  1. 1Check your eligibility criteria above
  2. 2Gather all required documents listed below
  3. 3Visit the official portal (linked below)
  4. 4Fill the application form online / offline
  5. 5Submit the form and note your application reference number
  6. 6Track status on the official portal or visit nearest CSC
OR visit your nearest CSC (Common Service Centre) Find nearest CSC

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Quick Facts

Scheme Level
Tamil Nadu
Category
Education
Target Gender
All genders
Age Group
15–21 years
Application
Check portal
Last Updated
14 Jun 2026

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14 June 2026

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