Pre-Matric Hostel for Tribal Students

iAbout This Scheme

Centrally sponsored scheme to construct and maintain hostels for tribal students studying in pre-matric (Class 1-10) classes in areas where there are no residential school facilities. These hostels enable tribal students from remote areas to access quality schooling by providing free boarding and lodging.

🎁Key Benefits

• Free hostel accommodation for tribal students (Class 1-10)
• Food, bedding, and basic amenities provided
• Study room and recreational facilities
• Located near quality government schools in district/block headquarters
• Central grant: ₹12 lakh per unit of 100 students (construction); recurring maintenance funded

✅Eligibility Criteria

• 1
  Scheduled Tribe students from remote areas without access to local secondary schools
• 2
  Both boys and girls hostels available

📝How to Apply

❓Frequently Asked Questions