Scheme for Grant of Additional Scholarship to the Students of Other Backward Classes of Andaman and Nicobar Islands, for Pursuing Higher Studies Anywhere in India after Secondary Level (Except Class XI & XII)
✓ Information verified — June 2026The objective of the scheme is to provide additional scholarship to the OBC students belonging to the non-creamy layer of Andaman & Nicobar Islands for pursuing higher education after Secondary (X)/Senior Secondary (XII), in government-recognized Polytechnic/ITI/College/University anywhere in India.
What You Get
- Additional scholarship amount for pursuing higher studies
- Applicable at government-recognized educational institutions
- Valid for studies anywhere in India
- Covers polytechnic, ITI, college, and university courses
- Available after Class X or Class XII completion
Who Can Apply
- Age: 12–100 years
- Residence: Andaman and Nicobar Islands residents only
- Must belong to Other Backward Classes (OBC) category
- Should be from non-creamy layer of OBC
- Must be a resident of Andaman and Nicobar Islands
- Should have completed secondary (Class X) or senior secondary (Class XII) education
- Must be enrolled in a government-recognized polytechnic, ITI, college, or university
- Not applicable for Class XI and XII students
Documents Needed
0/6 collected
- 1. Aadhaar Card
- 2. OBC Certificate
- 3. Income Certificate
- 4. Admission Letter
- 5. Bank Passbook
- 6. Caste Certificate
How to Apply
- 1Check your eligibility criteria above
- 2Gather all required documents listed below
- 3Visit the official portal (linked below)
- 4Fill the application form online / offline
- 5Submit the form and note your application reference number
- 6Track status on the official portal or visit nearest CSC
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Quick Facts
- Scheme Level
- Andaman and Nicobar Islands
- Category
- Education
- Target Gender
- All genders
- Age Group
- 12–100 years
- Application
- Check portal
- Last Updated
- 14 Jun 2026
Official Source
Last Verified
14 June 2026
Official Portal
www.myscheme.gov.in/schemes/sgassobcanip…Related Schemes
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