The "Award of Pre-matric Scholarship" scheme contributes to societal improvement by breaking barriers, providing financial aid, and encouraging education among the marginalized section engaged in unclean occupations.

The certificate of unclean occupation obtained from the employer by the parent is a crucial document verifying the engagement in scavenging, flaying, or tanning.

Yes, applicants must be native residents of the Union Territory of Puducherry to qualify for the pre-matric scholarship.

No, the scheme does not consider the income of the applicant, ensuring inclusivity for all eligible students, irrespective of their financial background.

Yes, students studying in Class 1st to Class 10th are eligible to avail the benefits of the pre-matric scholarship in Puducherry.

The scheme offers ₹1850/- per annum as financial assistance to the eligible students in Puducherry.

No, eligibility for the scholarship is irrespective of income and caste, focusing solely on the student's background and parents' engagement in unclean occupations.

The guidelines do not mention any provision for compensation in the event of delayed disbursement of scheme benefits. Applicants should note that compensation for delays is not part of the scheme's framework.

No provisions for Transgenders are mentioned in the guidelines of this scheme.

Unfortunately, this scheme is exclusively available to permanent residents of the Puducherry. Applicants from neighboring States/UTs, among others, are not eligible to apply.

The scheme guidelines do not mention any opening date or closing date for applications.

Puducherry is a Union Territory of India.