Introduction The State Stipend Scheme is a financial assistance initiative launched by the Government of Arunachal Pradesh in 2012 to help eligible Scheduled Tribe students continue their higher education. The scheme provides a monthly stipend and an annual book grant to reduce education-related expenses and support students pursuing various academic and professional courses. The scheme is intended for students belonging to the Arunachal Pradesh Scheduled Tribe (APST) community who are permanent residents of the state. Through financial support, the government aims to make higher education more accessible and help students manage expenses associated with their studies. Eligible students can receive a stipend of ₹1,400 per month for 11 months, along with a book grant of ₹1,000 per year, subject to the scheme’s conditions. The Directorate of Higher & Technical Education, Arunachal Pradesh, is responsible for administering the scheme. Applications are submitted online through the National Scholarship Portal, where students must register, select the relevant scholarship scheme, and provide the required academic, personal, and bank details. Applicants should meet the eligibility requirements, submit valid documents, and check the latest official notification for application dates and other instructions. Benefits Monthly stipend: ₹1,400 per month for 11 months. Annual book grant: ₹1,000 per year to help cover study-material expenses. Eligible courses: Support is listed for undergraduate, postgraduate, diploma, professional, research, and other higher education programmes, including BA, B.Com, B.Sc, MA, M.Sc, B.Ed, B.Tech, MBA, Ph.D., and related courses. Financial assistance: Helps eligible APST students manage education expenses while pursuing recognised courses. Students receiving this stipend cannot simultaneously receive another stipend or scholarship from a different source under the stated scheme conditions. Eligibility Applicants must satisfy the following conditions: Must be a permanent resident of Arunachal Pradesh. Must belong to the Arunachal Pradesh Scheduled Tribe (APST) category. Must be pursuing higher education in an institution recognised by the state. Must not receive a stipend or scholarship from another source at the same time. Must maintain the attendance required under the scheme. Attendance below 75% in a month may make a student ineligible, except for certified health-related reasons or bereavement. Students generally not eligible: ST students in full-time employment. Students who fail a class in the relevant course or stream, for the stipend applicable to that class. Students facing disciplinary action, for the class concerned. Students enrolled through correspondence or distance education. Students attending institutions not recognised by the state. Documents Applicants should prepare the following documents before completing their online application: Valid APST certificate. Aadhaar card. Mark sheet of the last examination passed. Student identity card. Bank account details. Admission receipt for the current academic session. Applicants should ensure that their personal, academic, and bank details match the information provided in their supporting documents. Process to Apply Applications for the Arunachal Pradesh State Stipend Scheme are submitted online through the National Scholarship Portal. Follow these steps: Visit the National Scholarship Portal. Open the New Registration page and read the instructions. Enter the required details, including domicile state, scholarship category, name, scheme type, date of birth, gender, mobile number, email address, Aadhaar number, bank IFSC code, and bank account number. Submit the registration form and save the login credentials provided by the portal. Go to the student login page and sign in. Select the Arunachal Pradesh State Stipend Scheme and complete the application with the required information. Upload or provide the necessary documents as instructed, then submit the application. The application will be verified by the student's institution and the relevant state authority. Selected applicants may receive updates through email or SMS. Application deadline: The source lists 31 October 2025 as the last date. Since this date has passed, applicants should check the National Scholarship Portal for the current application schedule before applying. Important Links and Contact Apply online: National Scholarship Portal New registration: Register as a new applicant Student login: Log in to the scholarship portal Scheme guidelines: Arunachal Pradesh State Stipend Scheme Guidelines Nodal department website: Directorate of Higher & Technical Education Helpline numbers: 0360-2216994, 0360-2214416 Email: dhearunachal@rediffmail.com FAQs Q1. What is the Arunachal Pradesh State Stipend Scheme?It is a state government scheme that provides financial assistance to eligible APST students pursuing higher education. Q2. When was the scheme launched?The scheme was launched by the Government of Arunachal Pradesh in 2012. Q3. How much stipend does a student receive?Eligible students may receive ₹1,400 per month for 11 months, subject to the scheme's conditions. Q4. Is a book grant available under the scheme?Yes. The scheme provides a book grant of ₹1,000 per year. Q5. Who is eligible to apply?Permanent residents of Arunachal Pradesh belonging to the APST category and pursuing eligible higher education courses may apply, subject to the remaining conditions. Q6. Can students receiving another scholarship apply?According to the provided scheme details, stipend holders cannot receive a stipend or scholarship from another source simultaneously. Q7. Are distance education students eligible?No. The provided guidelines exclude students pursuing courses through correspondence or distance education. Q8. Which documents are required for the application?Applicants need an APST certificate, Aadhaar card, last examination mark sheet, student identity card, bank account details, and current-session admission receipt. Q9. How can students apply for the scheme?Students must register on the National Scholarship Portal, log in, select the Arunachal Pradesh State Stipend Scheme, complete the application, and submit the required details and documents. Q10. Where can applicants get help with the scheme?Applicants can contact the Directorate of Higher & Technical Education at 0360-2216994 or 0360-2214416, or email dhearunachal@rediffmail.com.