Student schemes in Assam
21 Assam government student schemes on myScheme (the Government of India's scheme portal), read 27 Oct 2026: 2 for coaching, 2 for girls.
Each scheme below is copied from its page on myScheme (myscheme.gov.in), read on 27 Oct 2026: who can apply and the benefit as printed there, and the scheme's own links. Shishya adds no amounts and no dates. myScheme's text can be older than the department's latest order — check the official link before you apply. Shishya does not take applications.
Last dates
myScheme publishes no last date for any of these Assam schemes (read 27 Oct 2026). Departments usually announce dates on their own portals — the links on each scheme.
Coaching help (2)
Coaching For Higher Studies
Tea Tribes and Adivasi Welfare Department
The scheme aims to provide coaching to students of Tea Tribes and Adivasi community for preparing them for various competitive examinations like Civil Services, Medical, Engineering, Staff Selection Committee (Graduate level), Banking (Probationary…
Who can apply (as printed on myScheme)
- The applicant must be a permanent resident of Assam.
- The applicant must belong to the Tea Tribes and Adivasi community.
- The applicant must secure the requisite percentage of marks in the qualifying examination prescribed for the desired coaching, based on subject matter and on the available seats.
- For Undergraduate students who are preparing for medical entrance examinations, the applicant should be from the science stream with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology.
- For Undergraduate students who are preparing for engineering entrance examinations, the applicant should be from the science stream with Physics, Chemistry, and Maths.
Benefit (as printed on myScheme)
- Provision of coaching to students for preparing them for various competitive examinations like Civil Services, Medical, Engineering, Staff Selection Committee (Graduate level), and Banking (Probationary Officers), to enable them to…
No deadline published (read 27 Oct 2026)
Financial Assistance to Scheduled Tribe (Plains) Students for Coaching for Getting Admission into Medical/Engineering/IIT/etc.
Welfare of Plain Tribes and Backward Classes Department
The scheme aims to provide financial assistance to ST (P) students for coaching to qualify for Medical, Engineering, and IIT entrance exams. It benefits eligible students by reimbursing coaching expenses, with selection based on merit from matriculation exam…
Who can apply (as printed on myScheme)
- The applicant must belong to the Scheduled Tribe (Plains) community.
- The applicant must be undergoing or have completed coaching (within the last one year) for Medical/Engineering/IIT entrance examinations.
- The applicant must have appeared/passed the 10+2 examination.
- Selection is based on merit (percentage secured in the Matriculation Examination).
Benefit (as printed on myScheme)
- Financial reimbursement for coaching expenses related to Medical/Engineering/IIT entrance exams.
No deadline published (read 27 Oct 2026)
For girls (2)
Financial Incentive to SC Meritorious Girls Students
Directorate of Welfare of Scheduled Castes and Backward Classes
The scheme provides financial incentives worth ₹5,000/- to the meritorious girls from Scheduled Castes who have secured 80% or above marks in the HSLC examination. To objective is to motivate and encourage SC students to pursue higher studies and bring them…
Who can apply (as printed on myScheme)
- The applicant must be currently enrolled as a student.
- The applicant must be female.
- The applicant must belong to a Scheduled Caste (SC) community of Assam.
- The applicant must have secured a minimum of 80% marks in the HSLC examination held in 2025.
- The annual income of the applicant's parents/guardians must not exceed ₹5,00,000/-.
Benefit (as printed on myScheme)
- A financial incentive of ₹5,000/- is provided.
No deadline published (read 27 Oct 2026)
Mukhya Mantrir Nijut Moina Aasoni
Higher Education Department
The scheme aims to support ten lakh girl students with financial grants as admission incentives for Higher Secondary, Graduation, and Post-Graduation studies to eradicate child marriage. It benefits unmarried girl students domiciled in Assam with monthly…
Who can apply (as printed on myScheme)
- The applicant must be a girl student domiciled in Assam irrespective of economic status.
- The applicant must be enrolled in government and venture educational institutions for Higher Secondary, Graduation (Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Commerce), or Post-Graduation (Master of Arts/Master of Science/Master of Commerce/Bachelor…
- The applicant must be a regular student (no correspondence or part-time students).
- The applicant must be unmarried except for those enrolled in Post-Graduation and Bachelor of Education categories.
- The applicant must maintain institutional discipline and adhere to all rules and regulations.
- The applicant must attend classes regularly and maintain 75% attendance for existing beneficiaries.
Benefit (as printed on myScheme)
- > Financial Assistance
- Higher Secondary (Class 11-12): ₹1,000 per month for maximum 10 months totaling ₹10,000 per year.
- > Disbursement Details
The full benefit details are on the myScheme page.
No deadline published (read 27 Oct 2026)
Scholarships, stipends and fee help (15)
Combined Merit Scholarship
Higher Education Department
The scheme aims to provide merit-based scholarship to students of Assam studying in first semester degree and master degree courses in recognized institutions. It benefits academically meritorious students who have obtained at least 60% marks in their last…
Who can apply (as printed on myScheme)
- The applicant must be pursuing general degree or master's degree courses in Arts, Science, or Commerce discipline in any recognized institution.
- The applicant must be domiciled in Assam (Permanent Resident Certificate document mandatory).
- The applicant must have obtained minimum 60% marks in Higher Secondary examination for those applying for Combined Merit Degree Scholarship scheme.
- The applicant must have obtained minimum 60% marks in General Degree (Three Year Degree Course) examination for those applying for Combined Merit Master Degree Scholarship scheme.
- The applicant must possess relevant qualification from any recognized institution.
- The applicant must have a valid bank account in their name (preferably in State Bank of India).
Benefit (as printed on myScheme)
- > Financial Assistance
- For Degree Courses: ₹300/- per month.
- For Master Degree Courses: ₹500/- per month.
The full benefit details are on the myScheme page.
No deadline published (read 27 Oct 2026)
Educational Assistance (A.B.O.C.W.W.B)
Labour & Welfare Department
The “Educational Assistance” scheme was started by the Assam Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board, Labour Welfare Department, Government of Assam to provide educational assistance to the children of the registered construction workers who…
Who can apply (as printed on myScheme)
- The applicant student should be a permanent resident of Assam.
- The applicant’s parent should be engaged in any building & other construction work.
- The applicant’s parent should be registered with the Assam Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board.
- The parent of the applicant should have an active membership with the Board.
- The students should be enrolled in educational programs from Class I to higher study levels.
Benefit (as printed on myScheme)
- Educational Assistance under the scheme is as follows:-
The full benefit details are on the myScheme page.
No deadline published (read 27 Oct 2026)
Financial Assistance for Higher Studies
Tea Tribes and Adivasi Welfare Department
The scheme aims to provide financial assistance for students belonging to the Tea Tribes and Adivasi community. This assistance supports students pursuing higher education like MBBS, MBA, and Engineering, including studies within and outside the State or…
Who can apply (as printed on myScheme)
- The applicant must be a permanent resident of Assam.
- The applicant must belong to the Tea Tribes and Adivasi community.
- The applicant must be pursuing higher studies such as Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS), Master of Business Administration (MBA), Engineering, and such other technical/higher education.
- The applicant's family income must not exceed ₹5,00,000/- per annum.
- The applicant should not be a Government Service holder.
- Students studying through correspondence course are also eligible to apply.
Benefit (as printed on myScheme)
- Financial assistance for students belonging to the Tea Tribes and Adivasi community.
- This assistance supports students pursuing higher studies such as Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS), Master of Business Administration (MBA), Engineering, and such other technical/higher education.
- The assistance covers higher studies in Administration, Medical, Engineering, Law, Research, and Education within and outside the State/Country for the students.
No deadline published (read 27 Oct 2026)
Financial Assistance for UPSC/APSC Mains Exam
Welfare of Plain Tribes and Backward Classes Department
The scheme provides financial assistance to ST and OBC/MOBC students of Assam who have cleared the APSC/UPSC preliminary exam and are appearing for the mains exam in the current year.
Who can apply (as printed on myScheme)
- The applicant must belong to the Scheduled Tribes (ST)/Other Backward Classes (OBC)/More Other Backward Classes (MOBC) community of Assam.
- The applicant must have passed the Assam Public Service Commission (APSC) or Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) Preliminary Examination in the current year.
- Fulfilling eligibility does not guarantee benefits, as the Selection Committee has the right to reject applications without assigning reasons.
Benefit (as printed on myScheme)
- Financial Assistance is provided, subject to eligibility verification and fund availability.
No deadline published (read 27 Oct 2026)
Financial Assistance to OBC Students Appearing in the Mains Examination of UPSC
Directorate of Welfare of Scheduled Castes and Backward Classes
The scheme provides financial grants to the OBC students for appearing in the UPSC Mains Exam. An amount upto ₹50,000/- is provided to each beneficiary. The assistance is extended depending on the applicant meeting the eligibility criteria and the documents…
Who can apply (as printed on myScheme)
- The applicant must belong to a Other Backward Class (OBC) community of Assam.
- The applicant must have recently qualified for the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) Preliminary Examination held in 2025.
- The annual income of the applicant's parents/guardians must not exceed ₹5,00,000/-.
Benefit (as printed on myScheme)
- An amount of up to ₹50,000/- will be provided to each beneficiary, subject to budget provision.
No deadline published (read 27 Oct 2026)
Financial Assistance to SC Students Appearing in the Mains Examination of UPSC
Directorate of Welfare of Scheduled Castes and Backward Classes
The scheme provides financial grants to the SC students for appearing in the UPSC Mains Exam. An amount upto ₹50,000/- is provided to each beneficiary, subject to budget provision. The assistance is extended depending on the applicant satisfying the…
Who can apply (as printed on myScheme)
- The applicant must belong to a Scheduled Caste (SC) community of Assam.
- The applicant must have recently qualified for the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) Preliminary Examination held in 2025.
- The annual income of the applicant's parents/guardians must not exceed ₹5,00,000/-.
Benefit (as printed on myScheme)
- An amount of up to ₹50,000/- is provided to each beneficiary, subject to budget provision.
No deadline published (read 27 Oct 2026)
Financial Assistance to Students who Cleared Civil Services Prelims Conducted by UPSC/APSC
Tea Tribes and Adivasi Welfare Department
The scheme aims to provide financial assistance to students belonging to the Tea Tribes and Adivasi Community who have cleared the Civil Services Preliminary Examination. The benefits support their preparation for the Mains Examination to ensure their success.
Who can apply (as printed on myScheme)
- The applicant must be a permanent resident of Assam and must belong to the Tea Tribes and Adivasi community.
- The applicant must produce a valid Caste certificate which is duly certified/issued by the District Commissioner of the concerned district or his/her designated officer.
- The applicant should have cleared the Civil Services Preliminary Examination conducted by the Union Public Service Commission/Assam Public Service Commission during the current year.
- The applicant must produce his/her copy of the admit card and result of the Civil Services Preliminary Examination conducted by the Union Public Service Commission/Assam Public Service Commission.
- The applicant should not be a Government service holder.
Benefit (as printed on myScheme)
- Financial assistance to students belonging to the Tea Tribes and Adivasi Community who have cleared the Civil Services Preliminary Examination conducted by the Union Public Service Commission/Assam Public Service Commission during the…
- The assistance is intended to support them in their preparation for the Mains Examination and succeed.
No deadline published (read 27 Oct 2026)
Financial Incentive to SC Meritorious Boy Students
Directorate of Welfare of Scheduled Castes and Backward Classes
The scheme provides a financial incentive of ₹5,000/- to the meritorious boys from Scheduled Castes who have secured 80% or above marks in the HSSLC examination. The objective is to motivate and encourage SC students to pursue higher studies and bring them…
Who can apply (as printed on myScheme)
- The applicant must be currently enrolled as a student.
- The applicant must be male.
- The applicant must belong to a Scheduled Caste (SC) community of Assam.
- The applicant must have secured a minimum of 80% marks in the HSSLC examination held in 2025.
- The annual income of the applicant's parents/guardians must not exceed ₹5,00,000/-.
- In instances where multiple applicants achieve an identical percentage in the HSSLC examination, preference will be given to those with a higher percentage in the HSLC examination.
Benefit (as printed on myScheme)
- A financial incentive of ₹5,000/- will be provided.
No deadline published (read 27 Oct 2026)
Post Graduate Scholarship for Ph.D./LLM Students
Higher Education Department
The scheme aims to provide financial assistance to students of Assam pursuing PhD and LLM degree courses in recognized institutions. It benefits academically meritorious students who have obtained at least 55% marks in their last qualifying examination and…
Who can apply (as printed on myScheme)
- The applicant must have registered their names as Doctor of Philosophy/Post Doctorate Research Scholar in any recognized universities.
- The applicant must be domiciled in Assam.
- The applicant must have obtained at least 55% or above marks in the last qualifying examination.
- The applicant must have uniformly good academic records.
Benefit (as printed on myScheme)
- Financial Assistance: Scholarship is provided to the poor students to help them achieve the benefits of Higher Education.
- Mode of Disbursement: Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT)
- The applicant must maintain registration as Doctor of Philosophy/Post Doctorate Research Scholar in recognized universities.
The full benefit details are on the myScheme page.
No deadline published (read 27 Oct 2026)
Post-Matric Scholarship for the Students Belonging to Scheduled Tribe for Studies in India
Directorate of Tribal Affairs (Plain)
The scheme aims to enable eligible Scheduled Tribe students to undertake quality education from the post-matriculation to the post-graduate level. It provides financial assistance covering compulsory course fees and monthly stipends for intended…
Who can apply (as printed on myScheme)
- The applicant must belong to the Scheduled Tribe, Other Backward Classes, or More Other Backward Classes as specified in relation to the State or Union Territory to which they actually belong.
- The applicant must have successfully passed the Matriculation or Higher Secondary or any higher examination of a recognized University or Board of Secondary Education.
- The applicant must take admission in recognized post-matriculation or post-secondary courses pursued in government, government-aided, or approved private institutions.
- The applicant must possess a valid, active bank account in a Scheduled Bank.
- The applicant must link their bank account securely with their Aadhaar number and their active mobile number.
- The applicant should preferably continue using the identical mobile number linked with the bank account for the entire duration of the course.
- Income Criteria
- The applicant must belong to a family whose total gross income from all sources does not exceed ₹2,50,000/- per annum without any exemption or deductions.
More conditions on the myScheme page.
Benefit (as printed on myScheme)
- ##### Fee Component
- The scheme covers the payment of compulsory non-refundable fees for the recognized post-matriculation or post-secondary course pursued by the student.
- There is a fee ceiling of ₹2,50,000/- per annum per student for Engineering courses in private sector institutes.
The full benefit details are on the myScheme page.
No deadline published (read 27 Oct 2026)
Pre-Matric & Post-Matric Scholarship
Tea Tribes and Adivasi Welfare Department
The scheme aims to provide stipend and financial assistance to students belonging to the Tea Tribes and Adivasi community. The benefits include financial assistance and stipends for poor students from Class 9th up to normal Three Years Degree Courses (e.g.…
Who can apply (as printed on myScheme)
- The applicant must be a permanent resident of Assam.
- The applicant must belong to the Tea Tribes and Adivasi Community.
- The applicant must produce a valid Caste certificate which is duly certified or issued by the District Commissioner of the concerned district or his or her designated officer.
- The applicant must submit an undertaking on the annual family income stating that it is not exceeding ₹5,00,000/- per annum.
- The Pre-Matric Scholarship is awarded to students from Class 9th to Class 10th.
- The Post-Matric Scholarship is awarded to students pursuing studies from Class 11th to normal Three Years Degree Courses (Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Business Administration, Bachelor of Commerce, Bachelor of Science, Integrated Graduate plus Post Graduate…
- The scholarships are available for all recognized post-matriculation or post-secondary courses in recognized institutions.
- ##### Special Provisions
More conditions on the myScheme page.
Benefit (as printed on myScheme)
- The scheme is to provide financial assistance to the students of the Tea Tribes and Adivasi community pursuing their studies at the post-matriculation or post-secondary stage to enable them to complete their education.
- ##### Conditions for Availment/Continuation
- The scholarship holder under this scheme shall not hold any other scholarship or stipend disbursed by any Government Department.
The full benefit details are on the myScheme page.
No deadline published (read 27 Oct 2026)
Pre-Matric Scholarship For Scheduled Tribe Students Studying In Classes 9th & 10th
Tribal Affairs (Plain) Department
The scheme aims to support Scheduled Tribe children in classes 9th and 10th to minimize drop-out rates and aid progression to higher education. The scheme provides a recurring monthly scholarship, an annual book grant, and disability allowances directly to…
Who can apply (as printed on myScheme)
- The applicant must belong to the Scheduled Tribe, as specified in relation to the State or Union Territory to which they actually belong (Domicile State).
- The applicant must be studying in Class IX or Class X.
- The applicant must be studying in a Government School or in a School recognized by the Government or a Central or State Board of Secondary Education.
- The applicant must have a total family income from all sources that does not exceed ₹2,50,000/- per annum.
- The applicant must have a valid account in a Scheduled Bank.
- The applicant must have a bank account linked with their Aadhaar number.
- The applicant must have a bank account linked with an active mobile number.
- The applicant must not be getting any other scholarship.
Benefit (as printed on myScheme)
- Scholarship for 10 Months
- Day Scholars receive a scholarship of ₹225/- monthly (₹2,250/- annually).
- Hostelers receive ₹525/- monthly (₹5,250/- annually).
The full benefit details are on the myScheme page.
No deadline published (read 27 Oct 2026)
Simon Sing Horo Special Post-Matric Scholarship
Tea Tribes and Adivasi Welfare Department
The scheme aims to provide a one-time incentive of ₹10,000/- to students of the Tea Tribes and Adivasi Community who have cleared High School Leaving Certificate or Higher Secondary School Leaving Certificate examinations during the current year.
Who can apply (as printed on myScheme)
- The applicant must be a permanent resident of Assam.
- The applicant must belong to the Tea Tribes and Adivasi Community.
- The applicant must have passed one of the following examinations
- (a) High School Leaving Certificate (HSLC) examinations from the Board of Secondary Education (SEBA) or an equivalent educational board recognized by the Government of Assam during the current year.
- (b) The applicant must have passed the Higher Secondary School Leaving Certificate (HSSLC) examinations in any stream from the Assam Higher Secondary Education Council (AHSEC) or an equivalent educational board recognized by the Government of Assam during…
- The applicant's family income must not exceed ₹5,00,000/- per annum.
- The applicant applying for this incentive scheme shall also be eligible for the normal Post-Matric Scholarship, Financial Assistance for Higher Studies, and Financial Assistance for Auxiliary Nurse Midwife (ANM)/General Nursing and Midwifery (GNM)/Technical…
Benefit (as printed on myScheme)
- The benefit is a one-time incentive of ₹10,000/- each.
No deadline published (read 27 Oct 2026)
Special Incentive to OBC Meritorious Students (Boys & Girls)
Directorate of Welfare of Scheduled Castes and Backward Classes
This scheme offers a financial incentive of up to ₹10,000/- to meritorious Other Backward Classes (OBC) students who have achieved 80% or higher marks in the HSSLC examination. The objective is to motivate and encourage OBC students to pursue higher education.
Who can apply (as printed on myScheme)
- The applicant must be currently enrolled as a student.
- The applicant must belong to the Other Backward Class (OBC) community of Assam.
- The applicant must have secured a minimum of 80% marks in the HSSLC examination held in 2025.
- The annual income of the applicant's parents/guardians must not exceed ₹5,00,000/-.
- In instances where multiple applicants achieve an identical percentage in the HSSLC examination, preference will be given to those with a higher percentage in the HSLC examination.
Benefit (as printed on myScheme)
- A financial incentive of upto ₹ 10,000/-.
No deadline published (read 27 Oct 2026)
Special Incentive to ST (P)/OBC/MOBC Meritorious Students
Welfare of Plain Tribes and Backward Classes Department
The scheme aims to provide financial grants to meritorious ST (P)/OBC/MOBC students in Assam who secure high marks in Matriculation, 10+2, Graduation, or Post Graduation. Benefits include fixed monetary assistance ranging from ₹10,000/- to ₹25,000/- based on…
Who can apply (as printed on myScheme)
- The applicant must belong to the Scheduled Tribe (Plain) / Other Backward Class / More Other Backward Class community of Assam.
- The applicant must qualify as one of the following:
- Secured 80% or above in Matriculation (Class 10th).
- Secured 75% or above in 10+2 examination.
- Secured 70% or above in Graduation.
- Secured 65% or above in Post Graduation.
- The applicant cannot claim the benefit as a right; approval depends on fund availability and Selection Committee discretion.
Benefit (as printed on myScheme)
- > Financial Assistance
- ₹10,000/- for students passing Matriculation (Class X) with 80% or above.
- ₹15,000/- for students passing 10+2 with 75% or above.
The full benefit details are on the myScheme page.
No deadline published (read 27 Oct 2026)
Education loans (2)
Abhinandan Education Loan Subsidy Scheme
Finance Department
Chief Minister Sarbananda Sonowal launched the Assam Abhinandan Education Loan Subsidy Scheme at the Srimanta Sankardev International Auditorium on 26 December 2019 in the presence of Finance Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, , several senior officials of the…
Who can apply (as printed on myScheme)
- It is mandatory for the student to be a permanent resident of the state of Assam.
- The student must have taken a loan from a commercial or rural bank, otherwise, he cannot avail of the benefit of the scheme.
- The bank has been recognized by the Reserve Bank of India.
- The benefit of this scheme can be availed only as a subsidy on education loans.
- It is mandatory for the student’s parents to have an education loan of more than Rs 1 lakh.
Benefit (as printed on myScheme)
- A subsidy of Rs 50,000 will be provided to students by the Government of Assam on education loans up to Rs 1 lakh.
- In this scheme, all the applicant students can apply for the subsidy by paying 25% of their loans.
- Under this scheme, the subsidy can be obtained only on loans taken from commercial banks like Federal Bank and HDFC and regional rural banks like Assam Rural Regional Bank.
The full benefit details are on the myScheme page.
No deadline published (read 27 Oct 2026)
Bidya Lakshmi Loan
Finance Department
"Bidya Lakshmi" aims to provide education loans for higher studies to children of Assam State Government employees. Benefits include loans up to ₹10,00,000/- at 4% interest, with subsidies for eligible candidates.
Who can apply (as printed on myScheme)
- > For the Parent
- The parent should be a regular, in-service State Government Employee of Assam.
- The parent should have at least 5 years of residual pensionable service.
- The employees with annual income exceeding ₹4,50,000/- can avail up to ₹10,00,000/-.
- The employees with annual income up to ₹4,50,000/- are eligible under CLSS.
- The employee must have a salary account with check-off facility (for EMI deductions).
- The employee must be a co-borrower in the loan application. The employee’s name must be included in the loan application alongside the child (the student).
- > For the Child
More conditions on the myScheme page.
Benefit (as printed on myScheme)
- The State Government provides a loan of ₹5,00,000/- to ₹10,00,000/- at an interest rate of 4%.
- Employees with an annual salary income exceeding ₹4,50,000/- can avail up to ₹10,00,000/- at 4% interest after State Government interest subvention.
- Employees with annual income up to ₹4,50,000/- are eligible under the Credit Linked Subsidy Scheme (CLSS), with 100% subsidy during the moratorium period (course period plus one year). Post-moratorium, the effective interest rate is 4%.
The full benefit details are on the myScheme page.
No deadline published (read 27 Oct 2026)
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