SIRISH Scholarship 2026-27: Assam Tea Tribes & Adivasi Welfare Schemes

Important Dates

• Application Start Date: 26 August 2026
• Application Last Date: 5 October 2026

Vacancies & Pay Scale

• Vacancies: Not applicable (scholarship schemes).
• Benefits/Stipend: Financial assistance ranging from Rs. 3,000 to Rs. 35,000 depending on the specific scheme.

Eligibility Criteria

• Residency: Must be a permanent resident of Assam.
• Community: Must belong to the Tea Tribes and Adivasi community.
• Income: Annual family income must be below Rs. 5,00,000.
• Account Requirement: Applicant must possess an AADHAAR-seeded scheduled bank account in their own name.
• Academic Requirement: Specific to the scheme (e.g., Class IX/X students, XI/XII students, Bachelor’s degree students, or those who have cleared UPSC/APSC Prelims).

Selection Process

Candidates must apply online via the official SIRISH portal. Verification is conducted by the Directorate of Tea Tribes and Adivasi Welfare based on submitted documentation and AADHAAR authentication.

How to Apply

1. Visit the official SIRISH portal at https://sirishassam.in.
2. Ensure all required documents (Caste Certificate, Income Certificate, Mark sheets, AADHAAR-linked bank details) are scanned and ready.
3. Register/Login to the portal.
4. Fill in the required details, upload documents, and submit the application form within the deadline.
5. Keep a copy of the submission confirmation for future reference.

Scheme-Wise Benefit Summary

• Pre-Matric: Rs. 3,000
• Post-Matric: Rs. 5,000 (XI/XII) to Rs. 7,000 (Bachelor's)
• Simon Sing Horo Special: Rs. 10,000
• ANM/GNM & Technical: Rs. 4,000 – Rs. 20,000
• Higher Studies (MBBS/MBA/Eng/Law): Rs. 25,000 – Rs. 35,000
• Civil Services Prelims Assistance: As per guidelines
• Medical Grant (TB/Cancer): As per guidelines