The Madhya Pradesh Tribal Affairs Automation System (MPTAAS) Scholarship is a post-matric scholarship scheme launched by the Tribal Welfare Department of Madhya Pradesh in 2010. The scheme aims to provide financial assistance to Scheduled Tribe (ST) students pursuing post-matric education, including undergraduate, postgraduate, and professional courses. The MPTAAS Scholarship covers tuition fees, hostel fees, examination fees, and other educational expenses.
Introduction
The primary objective of the MPTAAS Scholarship is to promote higher education among ST students and empower them to compete in the mainstream. The scheme also aims to reduce the dropout rate among ST students and help them complete their education successfully.
Types of MPTAAS Scholarship
- Pre-Matric Scholarship
- Post-Matric Scholarship
- Merit-cum-Means Scholarship
- Talent Support Scholarship
- Bigyani Kanya Medha Britti Scholarship
Pre-Matric Scholarship
The Pre-Matric Scholarship is awarded to ST students studying in Classes 1 to 10. The scholarship amount varies depending on the class in which the student is studying
The Post-Matric Scholarship is awarded to ST students studying in Class 11 and above. The scholarship amount varies depending on the course pursued by the student
Merit-cum-Means Scholarship
The Merit-cum-Means Scholarship is awarded to meritorious ST students pursuing post-matric education. The scholarship amount varies depending on the course pursued by the student and the family income of the student.
Courses Covered
- Bachelor of Arts (BA)
- Bachelor of Science (BSc)
- Bachelor of Commerce (BCom)
- Bachelor of Engineering (BE)
- Bachelor of Technology (BTech)
- Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS)
- Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS)
- Bachelor of Pharmacy (BPharm)
- Bachelor of Nursing (BSc Nursing)
- Bachelor of Education (BEd)
- Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA)
- Master of Arts (MA)
- Master of Science (MSc)
- Master of Commerce (MCom)
- Master of Engineering (ME)
- Master of Technology (MTech)
- Master of Medicine (MD)
- Master of Surgery (MS)
- Master of Pharmacy (MPharm)
- Master of Nursing (MSc Nursing)
- Master of Education (MEd)
- Master of Business Administration (MBA)
Professional Courses
- Masters in Computer Applications (MCA)
- Law (LLB/LLM)
- Medicine (MD/MS)
- Pharmacy (MPharm)
- Nursing (MSc Nursing)
- Education (MEd)
- Management (MBA)
Eligibility Criteria for MPTAAS Scholarships
Eligibility Criteria for the MPTAAS Scholarship
To be eligible for the MPTAAS Scholarship, students must meet the following criteria:
- Domicile: Students must be bonafide residents of Madhya Pradesh.
- Caste: Students must belong to a Scheduled Tribe caste.
- Education: Students must have passed the previous examination with at least 50% marks.
- Income: Students’ family income must be less than Rs. 6 lakh per annum.
Additional Eligibility Criteria for Some Types of MPTAAS Scholarships
In addition to the general eligibility criteria, there are some additional eligibility criteria for some types of MPTAAS Scholarships. For example, the following are the additional eligibility criteria for the Bigyani Kanya Medha Britti Scholarship:
- The student must be a girl student.
- The student must have secured at least 60% marks in science and mathematics in the previous examination.
How to Apply for the MPTAAS Scholarship
Students can apply for the MPTAAS Scholarship online through the MPTAAS portal. The application process is as follows:
- Visit the MPTAAS portal and register yourself.
- Create a profile and enter your personal details, educational qualifications, and family income information.
- Upload the required documents, such as income certificate, caste certificate, and domicile certificate.
- Submit your application.
Frequenlty Asked Questions
A: The UP Scholarship program is a merit-cum-means scholarship program offered by the Uttar Pradesh government to students of all castes, creeds, and religions. The program aims to make education more accessible and affordable for all students, regardless of their financial background.
A: There are a variety of UP scholarships available, including:
- Post Matric Scholarship
- Pre Matric Scholarship
- Merit Scholarship
- Girl Child Scholarship
- Divyangjan Scholarship
