Telangana ST Pre-Matric Scholarship 2026-27: Amount & Apply
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| Scholarship benefits and registration guidance for eligible ST students in Classes 5–10. Illustration. |
Telangana ST Pre-Matric Scholarship 2026-27 supports eligible Scheduled Tribe students studying in Classes 5 to 10. A Tribal Welfare memo dated 9 October 2026 asks district authorities and schools to improve ePASS registrations so that eligible students can receive educational assistance.
The memo, Rc.No.J2/1545/2026, explains the annual scholarship amounts, refers to funds already released to district authorities, and calls for coordination between education, welfare, bank and postal officials. This guide explains what the update means for students, parents, Headmasters and Mandal Educational Officers.
Telangana ST Pre-Matric Scholarship: Key Details
| Particular | Details in the memo |
|---|---|
| Department | Director of Tribal Welfare, Telangana, Hyderabad |
| Memo number and date | Rc.No.J2/1545/2026, dated 09.10.2026 |
| Student category | Eligible Scheduled Tribe (ST) students |
| Classes 5-8 | Pre-Matric Scholarship under the New Scheme |
| Classes 9-10 | Rajiv Vidya Deevena (RVD) Pre-Matric Scholarship |
| Family income | Below ₹2,00,000 per year, as stated in this memo |
| Registration channel | ePASS, with coordination between Headmasters and Hostel Welfare Officers |
| Application closing date | No closing date is specified in the memo |
Scholarship Amount for Classes 5 to 10
The memo lists the following annual amounts. The benefit varies by class and, where applicable, gender or day-scholar/hosteller status.
| Class | Student group | Annual scholarship |
|---|---|---|
| 5 to 8 | Girls | ₹1,500 |
| 5 to 8 | Boys | ₹1,000 |
| 9 and 10 | Day scholars | ₹2,250 |
| 9 and 10 | Hostellers | ₹4,500 |
These are the amounts recorded in the October 2026 Telangana Tribal Welfare memo. Schools should confirm the applicable scheme and student category before entering an application.
Who Is Eligible?
The memo describes coverage for ST students in Classes 5 to 10 studying as day scholars or hostellers in Government, Zilla Parishad, Mandal Parishad and aided schools, with annual family income below ₹2 lakh.
Its Class 9 and 10 fund-release instructions specifically mention eligible students in Tribal Welfare Ashram Schools, pre-matric hostels, Best Available Schools and Gurukulams. The Headmaster or concerned Tribal Welfare Officer should confirm the school's mapping and the appropriate registration route.
For families, the first useful step is to ask the school to check the student's ST category, current class, income eligibility and existing scholarship record. A student appearing on the school roll still needs the prescribed scholarship verification.
₹25.60 Crore Release: Which Academic Years Are Covered?
The memo refers to ₹25,60,00,000 released under SNA SPARSH to the concerned district authorities. It describes coverage for:
- Class 10: eligible students for 2025-26 and 2026-27.
- Class 9: eligible students for 2026-27.
It also refers to a separate earlier release of ₹2,65,01,500 for eligible ST students in Classes 5 to 8 for 2026-27.
Parents should check the student's individual application and payment position with the school. The statewide fund figure does not confirm that every student account has already been credited.
How to Complete ePASS Registration Through the School
The memo says school mapping has been completed and asks Headmasters to furnish the mandatory certificates online to the Hostel Welfare Officers (HWOs) so that applications can be registered on ePASS.
- Contact the Headmaster: Ask whether the student requires a fresh entry, a renewal check or correction of an existing record.
- Confirm eligibility: Check the student's class, category, income and school details with the responsible officer.
- Provide the requested certificates: Obtain the exact document list from the school or HWO and submit clear, readable records.
- Check personal details: Review the student's name, date of birth, class and payment-account information before submission.
- Retain the acknowledgement: Keep the application number or registration confirmation, where generated, for follow-up.
- Follow up on pending action: Ask whether registration, verification, correction or sanction is still pending.
Use the official Telangana ePASS portal for scholarship services. If a service page does not open, ask the school or HWO to confirm the current working route.
Documents to Keep Ready
The memo requires mandatory certificates but does not provide a complete document checklist. As preparation, keep the following available where requested by the official process:
- ST community certificate and the applicable family-income certificate.
- School admission details, current class and student identification records.
- Aadhaar or other prescribed identity information, and a photograph if required.
- The prescribed bank or postal account details and a readable passbook copy.
- Previous scholarship application details for an existing beneficiary.
Let the school or HWO confirm certificate validity and the account requirements. This preparation list is not a substitute for the current official checklist.
Headmaster and MEO Checklist
The memo requests convergence meetings involving Tribal Welfare authorities, education and revenue officials, MEOs, Headmasters, and bank/postal representatives to improve registration. A useful school-level working checklist is:
- Compare eligible ST enrolment with the students already registered on ePASS.
- Prepare a list of missing registrations, incomplete certificates and records needing correction.
- Coordinate online submission and verification with the responsible HWO.
- Refer account-related difficulties to the appropriate bank or postal officials.
- Review pending cases until each has a recorded outcome.
The memo states that enrolled students will be renewed up to Class 10. Schools should still check promotion, current class and any pending renewal or verification action under the applicable instructions.
Important Official Links
| Purpose | Official website |
|---|---|
| Scholarship services | Telangana ePASS |
| Tribal Welfare department information and contacts | Telangana State Portal: Tribal Welfare |
| Tribal Welfare residential institutions | TGTWREIS / Telangana Gurukulam |
Related Scholarship Guides on The Complete School
- Telangana OBC, EBC and DNT Pre-Matric Scholarship 2026-27 — a separate scheme with its own eligibility and benefit rules.
- Telangana NMMS Scholarship 2026-27 Guide.
- Government and Private Scholarships 2026-27: Complete Guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much can ST students in Classes 5 to 8 receive?
The memo lists ₹1,500 annually for eligible girls and ₹1,000 annually for eligible boys.
What is the RVD scholarship amount for Classes 9 and 10?
The listed annual amount is ₹2,250 for eligible day scholars and ₹4,500 for eligible hostellers.
What is the income limit in this update?
The memo dated 9 October 2026 states that annual family income must be below ₹2 lakh. The concerned authority verifies eligibility.
What is the last date to apply?
The memo does not specify an application closing date. Ask the school or Tribal Welfare office for the current schedule and check official ePASS notices.
Does the ₹25.60 crore release mean my scholarship has been paid?
The memo records a release to the relevant district accounts. Your individual payment position must be checked separately through the authorised scholarship process.
Who should help with registration?
Start with the Headmaster. The memo assigns a coordinated role to schools and HWOs in furnishing certificates and registering applications on ePASS.
Conclusion
The October 2026 update makes completing eligible ST students' scholarship registrations a priority. Parents should contact their school with the required records, while Headmasters and MEOs can use enrolment comparisons and pending-case reviews to identify students needing help. Accurate registration and timely verification are the practical steps towards receiving the applicable assistance.
Source: Office of the Director of Tribal Welfare, Telangana, Memo Rc.No.J2/1545/2026, dated 09.10.2026, pages 1-2, supplied for this article. Published on 13 October 2026. This is an independent educational summary; the competent authorities determine eligibility, sanction and payment.
