The Arunachal Pradesh State Stipend Scheme is a financial assistance program launched by the Government of Arunachal Pradesh to support the education of students belonging to the state.
The scheme provides a monthly stipend and book grant to students studying within or outside Arunachal Pradesh to help them afford academic expenses such as books, food, lodging, and study materials.
It aims to promote higher education by reducing financial barriers, especially for students from remote tribal areas of the state.
To be eligible for the State Stipend Scheme, a student must:
Be a permanent resident of Arunachal Pradesh.
Hold a valid ST Certificate of Arunachal Pradesh (most beneficiaries are Scheduled Tribe students).
Be enrolled in a recognized school, college, university, or technical institution in India.
Be studying in Class 11 and above (Higher Secondary, UG, PG, Diploma, Professional, Technical Courses).
Have passed the previous academic examination.
Not be receiving any other state-sponsored stipend or scholarship for the same course.
Maintain regular attendance as per institution rules.
Note: Students studying through distance or correspondence mode are generally not eligible unless specified.
Students receive financial support that includes:
(Amount may vary slightly based on course category and government updates)
Higher Secondary (Class 11 & 12): Approx. 700–900 per month
Undergraduate Courses: Approx. 900–1,200 per month
Postgraduate Courses: Approx. 1,000–1,400 per month
Professional/Technical Courses: Higher monthly stipend as per norms
The stipend helps cover accommodation, food, and basic educational expenses.
An annual fixed grant is provided to purchase:
Textbooks
Stationery
Academic materials
This grant generally ranges between 1,000 to 2,000, depending on the course level.
Special allowances for students studying outside the state
Hostel allowance (if staying in a private hostel/PG)
Extra support for professional courses such as Medical, Engineering, and Law
Students must submit the following documents:
ST Certificate (Arunachal Pradesh)
Domicile Certificate / PRC
Academic marksheet of the previous examination
Admission receipt / Bonafide certificate from the institution
Bank Passbook (student’s name, Aadhaar-linked)
Aadhaar Card
Passport-size photograph
Fee structure / fee receipt (if required)
Hostel certificate (if applying as a hosteller)
The application process is handled through the state’s scholarship portal or offline submission at designated offices.
Visit the Arunachal Pradesh State Scholarship Portal.
Register as a new user and create a login account.
Enter personal details
Provide academic information
Select the stipend scheme
Fill bank account details
Upload scanned copies of required documents
Ensure clarity and correct format
Review the form
Submit online
Download or print the acknowledgment if required
The application will undergo:
Institute-level verification
Department/Nodal officer verification
Once approved, the stipend amount is credited directly to the student’s bank account.
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