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Tea Tribes Pre-Matric Educational Scholarship (Assam)

Targeted education scholarship providing annual stipends of ₹2,500 to ₹3,500 to school students belonging to tea and ex-tea garden communities studying in Class 1 to 10 in Assam.

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Official Nodal Portal:ttwd.assam.gov.in

Quick Eligibility Snapshot

👤 Age 6–16 yrs💰 Income ≤ ₹2,50,000⚖ All genders🏛 All categories📍 Assam
Government Levelstate Government
Administering BodyDepartment of Social Welfare, Government of Assam
Beneficiary Sector
Applicable Jurisdiction

₹Benefits & Entitlement Breakdown

Direct annual financial assistance: ₹2,500 per annum for primary classes (Class 1-5), ₹3,000 for middle classes (Class 6-8), and ₹3,500 for high school (Class 9-10).

📊Budget Allocation & Beneficiary Reach

Fiscal Budget Allocation

₹65 Crore under Tea Tribes Welfare Department

Official Budget Document ↗
Verified Beneficiary Reach

Over 1.8 Lakh tea garden school students covered

As of: 2026-01-20PIB / Official Citation ↗

Verified Eligibility Criteria

Age Requirement:6 to 16 years
Annual Family Income Ceiling:₹2,50,000 per annum
Target Occupations:school student, tea garden child
Eligible Gender:all
Social Category / Reservation:all
Specific Operational Conditions & Exclusions:

Must be a bona fide resident of the state with valid documentation.

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Required Documents Checklist

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Mandatory Documents(4)

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Application Effort & Process Friction

Readiness assessment derived from official prerequisites, mandatory documentation, and submission channels.

Moderate Process (2/10)
•Hybrid process (online application + physical verification)
•4 mandatory supporting documents required
•Income certificate / income verification ceiling applied

Effort scores reflect portal accessibility, mandatory document burden, and physical verification requirements.

How to Apply

🌐 Online Portal Route
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Government Application Safety Advisory:Application for this welfare program is processed exclusively on official government infrastructure (ttwd.assam.gov.in). Never pay registration charges or advance processing fees to unauthorized third-party agents. Central and State welfare scheme applications do not require paying private intermediaries.
  1. 1

    Apply online via SIRISH Portal (sirishassam.in).

  2. 2

    School Headmaster certifies student's enrolment and previous exam marks.

  3. 3

    Sub-Divisional Welfare Officer verifies community authenticity.

  4. 4

    Direct credit into student's Aadhaar-linked savings bank account.

✅Before You Begin — Pre-Application Checklist

✓Ensure Aadhaar is linked with active mobile number
✓Bank account is NPCI-mapped (Aadhaar-seeded) for DBT
✓Check if you already receive a similar Central scheme benefit
✓Keep documents ready: income/caste/domicile certificates as applicable

⚠️Common Rejection Reasons — Avoid These

Non-Tea Tribe/Adivasi caste status, parental income exceeding ₹2,50,000, or failing annual exams.

Official Government Application Portal

You will be redirected to the secure official portal: ttwd.assam.gov.in

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Frequently Asked Questions (Officially Sourced)

Verified answers sourced directly from official circulars, gazettes, and portal FAQs. Never AI-invented.

What is the annual scholarship amount for secondary students?

Students in Class 9 and 10 receive ₹3,500 per academic year.

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

Can students studying in tea garden venture schools apply?

Yes, students in tea garden management-run LP schools, venture schools, and provincialized schools are eligible.

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

Is there any minimum marks requirement?

Students must secure passing marks in their annual examination to renew the scholarship.

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

Can I track my Tea Tribes Pre-Matric Educational Scholarship (Assam) application status?

Application status for Tea Tribes Pre-Matric Educational Scholarship (Assam) can typically be tracked through the official portal at ttwd.assam.gov.in using your Aadhaar number, application reference number, or registered mobile number. Alternatively, contact the scheme helpline or visit your nearest Common Service Centre (CSC).

What should I do if my Tea Tribes Pre-Matric Educational Scholarship (Assam) payment is delayed or rejected?

First, verify your Aadhaar-bank account seeding status on the NPCI mapper (npci.org.in). If seeding is confirmed and payment is still pending, register a complaint on the Central Public Grievance Redressal System at pgportal.gov.in. You may also file an RTI application at rtionline.gov.in to obtain official rejection reasons within 30 days.

Is there an income tax implication for receiving Tea Tribes Pre-Matric Educational Scholarship (Assam) benefits?

Agricultural income and certain welfare subsidies may be exempt from income tax under Section 10 of the Income Tax Act, 1961. Tax treatment varies by scheme type and beneficiary income level. Consult a certified tax practitioner or visit incometax.gov.in for scheme-specific tax guidance.

Common Rejection Reasons & Warnings

Non-Tea Tribe/Adivasi caste status, parental income exceeding ₹2,50,000, or failing annual exams.

Editorial Verification & Change Log

Scheme verification and change history
DateFieldDescription / UpdateSource Citation
2026-10-19scheme_typestateOfficial Source ↗
2026-10-06ministry_id211Official Source ↗
2026-09-28initial_verificationBaseline verification of Tea Tribes Pre-Matric Educational Scholarship (Assam) from official state portal.Official Source ↗
2026-09-28initial_verificationBaseline verification of Tea Tribes Pre-Matric Educational Scholarship (Assam) from official state portal.Official Source ↗

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Application Window & Deadlines

Continuous online and district facilitation desk intake

Scheme Intelligence

How is this calculated? ↗
Data ConfidenceFully Verified (95%)

Verified 21d ago from .gov.in source

Access FrictionModerate Process

Requires documentation or office visit

How to Apply🔀Online & In-Person
Scale & Impact
👥Over 1.8 Lakh tea garden school students covered (as of 2026-01-20)
₹₹65 Crore under Tea Tribes Welfare Department budget allocation
📅Running since 2018
🔄4 verified updates — actively maintained

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📅Scheme Milestone Timeline

2026-10-19scheme_type

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2026-10-06ministry_id

211

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2026-09-28initial_verification

Baseline verification of Tea Tribes Pre-Matric Educational Scholarship (Assam) f...

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2026-09-28initial_verification

Baseline verification of Tea Tribes Pre-Matric Educational Scholarship (Assam) f...

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Official Helpline & Nodal Offices

Directorate of Tea Tribes Welfare, Assam

Rupnagar, Guwahati 781032

Helpline: 0361-2453678

Jurisdiction: Statewide (Assam)

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Verification Metadata

Last verified by Eligo researchers on 2026-09-28 against official government documentation.

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