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TN Government

Shishya has not checked a 2026-27 date for this scheme yet — the usual window is Aug-Oct. Confirm the date on the official portal before applying.

TN state scholarship for SC/ST/OBC meritorious students.

Amount

Tuition + book grant

Level

Undergraduate

State

TN

Usual window

Aug-Oct

Categories

SC, ST, OBC

Income ceiling

₹2 lakh / year

Minimum marks

75%

Questions

Who is eligible for Tamil Nadu Kalaignar Meritorious?

Reserved for SC/ST/OBC categories. Family income ceiling ₹2 lakh a year. Minimum 75% marks required.

How much does Tamil Nadu Kalaignar Meritorious pay?

Tuition + book grant

How do I apply for Tamil Nadu Kalaignar Meritorious?

Apply on the awarding body's official portal: https://tn.gov.in/ — Shishya does not collect applications. Shishya has not checked a 2026-27 date for this scheme yet — the usual window is Aug-Oct. Confirm the date on the official portal before applying.

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