No, the scheme is exclusively for students studying in schools within the Union Territory of Puducherry.

There are no financial considerations for the applicants.

The 1st, 2nd, and 3rd rank holders receive cash awards of ₹50,000, ₹30,000, and ₹20,000, respectively, for each of the mentioned public examinations.

The scheme covers Secondary School Leaving Certificate (SSLC) Exam, Secondary School Certificate (SSC) Exam, Matriculation Exam, Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) Exam, and Intermediate (2nd Year) Public Examinations.

No, the scheme specifically mentions eligibility for the top three rank holders. In this case, the student securing the 4th rank would not meet the criteria.

Yes, the scheme grants awards separately for both Government and Private Schools. Therefore, the student from a private school in Puducherry is eligible.

No, the eligibility criteria specify that the applicant should be studying in a Government/Private High/Higher Secondary School or Government Junior College in the Union Territory of Puducherry.

Yes, as long as the applicant is a citizen of India, they meet the citizenship criteria specified in the eligibility requirements.

Yes, the eligibility criteria allow for nativity either by birth or continuous residence for at least five years. In this scenario, the student is eligible based on continuous residence.

Yes, as long as the student fulfills the residence criteria at the time of application, their temporary stay for educational purposes is acceptable.

Late submissions might not be considered, but if there are genuine reasons, the student can contact the Directorate of School Education for guidance and potential exceptions.

In such cases, the student can visit the Directorate of School Education in person or contact their school authorities to obtain a physical copy of the prescribed application form.