Sarkari Yojana

Adi Dravidar and Tribal Welfare Department-Incentive/Award of Prizes

Tamil Nadu
Quick Summary: Tamil Nadu awards district-level prizes to the top-scoring Adi Dravidar, Tribal and Adi Dravidar Christian boy and girl in 10th and 12th exams. Prizes are ₹3,000/- for 10+2 and ₹1,000/-, ₹5,00/- and ₹3,00/- for 10th standard ranks.

About Adi Dravidar and Tribal Welfare Department-Incentive/Award of Prizes

Tamil Nadu’s Adi Dravidar and Tribal Welfare Department offers the “Adi Dravidar and Tribal Welfare Department-Incentive/Award of Prizes” scheme, which awards district-level prizes to students for their results in the 10th and 12th standard exams. In each case, one Boy and one Girl from the Adi Dravidar/ Tribal/ Adi Dravidar Converted to Christianity communities who score the highest marks receive the award.

Scheme Overview

Government Level

State Government

Eligible Entity

Individual

Scheme Details

Eligibility

Eligibility Requirements

To qualify for Adi Dravidar and Tribal Welfare Department-Incentive/Award of Prizes, applicants must satisfy the following conditions:

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The beneficiary must be studying

The beneficiary must be studying.

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The beneficiary must live in Tamil Nadu

The beneficiary must live in Tamil Nadu.

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The beneficiary must be from the Adi Dravidar/…

The beneficiary must be from the Adi Dravidar/ Tribal/ Adi Dravidar (converted to Christianity) community.

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The beneficiary must have topped the district in…

The beneficiary must have topped the district in the 10th or 12th standard examinations.

Applicants must meet all of the above conditions to be considered eligible for this scheme.
Benefits

Benefits Provided

Adi Dravidar and Tribal Welfare Department-Incentive/Award of Prizes provides the following benefits to eligible applicants:

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10+2 Examination:

A prize of ₹3,000/- is awarded.

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10th Std. First Prize:

The top performer receives ₹1,000/-.

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10th Std. Second Prize:

The second-placed student receives ₹5,00/-.

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10th Std. Third Prize:

The third-placed student receives ₹3,00/-.

Benefit amounts and conditions may vary by category — refer to the official scheme guidelines for exact figures applicable to your case.
Documents Required

Documents Required

Applicants should keep the following documents ready before starting the application:

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Identity document (Aadhaar card)

Identity document (Aadhaar card).

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Mark sheet of the 10th or 12th standard…

Mark sheet of the 10th or 12th standard board exam.

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Community certificate (Adi Dravidar/ Tribal/ Adi Dravidar Converted…

Community certificate (Adi Dravidar/ Tribal/ Adi Dravidar Converted to Christianity).

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Bank account particulars for crediting the prize

Bank account particulars for crediting the prize.

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Other documents (if asked for)

Other documents (if asked for).

Ensure all documents are valid and, where required, duly attested before submitting your application.

How to Apply

Offline Application

Applicants can apply for Adi Dravidar and Tribal Welfare Department-Incentive/Award of Prizes through the offline application process outlined below.

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Collect the application form from the District Adi…

Collect the application form from the District Adi Dravidar and Tribal Welfare Officer's office.

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Complete every compulsory field, affix a passport-size photo…

Complete every compulsory field, affix a passport-size photo (signed across if needed) and attach copies of all mandatory documents (self-attested if needed).

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Hand in the completed, signed form with the…

Hand in the completed, signed form with the documents to the relevant authority.

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Obtain a receipt or acknowledgment from the authority…

Obtain a receipt or acknowledgment from the authority receiving the application, checking that it shows the date and time of submission and a unique identification number (where applicable).

Ensure all required documents are ready before starting the application process.

Official Application & Website

Verify the latest eligibility, dates and instructions before applying.

Official Sources & References