Sirish Scholarship Assam 2026-27 – Apply Online | Tea Tribe & Adivasi Welfare Schemes

Particulars	Details
Scheme Name	Sirish Scholarship (Tea Tribes & Adivasi Welfare Schemes)
Conducting Body	Directorate of Tea Tribes and Adivasi Welfare (TTWD), Assam
Department	Tea Tribes and Adivasi Welfare Department, Govt. of Assam
Academic Year	2026-27
Application Mode	Online only
Official Portal	sirishassam.in
Application Fee	Free
Helpline	+91-88221-39494
Email	director-ttw@assam.gov.in

Sirish Scholarship Assam 2026-27 – Details

Sirish Scholarship application for 2026-27 will start soon on sirishassam.in. The Directorate of Tea Tribes and Adivasi Welfare runs this for students from Tea Tribe and Adivasi communities in Assam.

The portal went live in 2021. Since then thousands of students have got scholarships through it. No paper applications. Everything online. This guide covers eligibility, amounts, how to apply, documents needed, and answers to common questions.

Schemes Under Sirish Portal

There are multiple schemes on the Sirish portal. Not just scholarships – they also have schemes for entrepreneurs and women's SHGs. Pick what fits you.

Sl No.	Scheme Name	What It's For
1	Pre-Matric Scholarship	Class 1 to 10 students
2	Post-Matric Scholarship	Class 11 to PhD
3	Simon Sing Horo Special Scholarship	HSLC/HSSLC passed students – merit based
4	Financial Assistance for Higher Studies	MBBS, Engineering, Law, other professional courses
5	Financial Assistance for ANM/GNM / Technical Courses	Nursing, paramedical, technical diploma courses
6	Coaching for Higher Studies	UPSC, APSC, Banking coaching support
7	Swahid Dayal Das Panika Swaniyojan Achoni	Self-employment grant for unemployed youth
8	Grants to Women Self-Help Groups	Financial support for women SHGs

Who Can Apply?

Here's what you need to be eligible:

• Domicile: Must be a permanent resident of Assam
• Community: Must belong to Tea Tribe or Adivasi community
• Caste Certificate: Valid TGL (Tea Garden Labourer) or EX-TGL certificate from Deputy Commissioner or authorized officer
• Family Income: Less than ₹5 lakh per year
• Bank Account: In your name. Aadhaar-linked is better for DBT

Some schemes have extra conditions:

• Simon Sing Horo: You must have passed HSLC or HSSLC in the current year
• Civil Services Assistance: You must have cleared UPSC/APSC Prelims this year

Recognized Sub-Tribes

Your TGL/EX-TGL certificate should mention one of these sub-tribes:

Sl No.	Sub-Tribe	Sl No.	Sub-Tribe
1	Munda	14	Kisan
2	Oraon	15	Mahli
3	Gond	16	Karmakar
4	Santhal	17	Kurmi
5	Kora	18	Tanti
6	Bhuiyan	19	Bauri
7	Bhumij	20	Kamar
8	Lohar	21	Dhanuhar
9	Mal	22	Kewat
10	Pasi	23	Rajbhar
11	Chamar	24	Nunia
12	Dusadh	25	Bind
13	Koiri	26	Beldar

Tea Garden Areas Covered

Here are the districts where tea garden areas are covered under this scheme:

District	Major Tea Garden Areas	Number of Tea Gardens
Dibrugarh	Chabua, Digboi, Margherita, Tingkhong, Joypur, Moran, Khowang	120+
Tinsukia	Doomdooma, Saikhowa, Kakopathar, Bordumsa, Makum	90+
Jorhat	Jorhat Central, Cinnamara, Borbheta, Selenghat, Titabor	80+
Sivasagar	Simaluguri, Amguri, Sonari, Nazira	60+
Golaghat	Golaghat Central, Bokakhat, Merapani, Furkating	70+
Lakhimpur	North Lakhimpur, Bihpuria, Ghilamara, Dhemaji Border	40+
Sonitpur	Tezpur, Biswanath Chariali, Gohpur, Dhekiajuli	50+
Dhemaji	Dhemaji Central, Jonai, Machkhowa	30+
Karbi Anglong	Diphu, Bokajan, Khatkhati, Manja, Hamren	25+
Cachar	Lakhipur, Katigorah, Borkhola, Kalain	35+
Karimganj	Patharkandi, Badarpur, Ramkrishna Nagar	20+
Barpeta	Barpeta Central, Bhabanipur, Barpeta Road	20+
Bongaigaon	Abhayapuri, Bongaigaon Central, Bijni	18+

How Much Money Will You Get?

The amount depends on which scheme you apply for and your educational level:

Scheme	Amount	Notes
Pre-Matric	₹3,000 – ₹5,000	Classes 1 to 10
Post-Matric	₹7,000 – ₹10,000	Classes 11, 12, UG/PG
Simon Sing Horo	₹10,000+	HSLC/HSSLC passed – merit based
Higher Studies	Up to ₹35,000	Professional/technical courses

Money comes directly to your bank account through DBT. Usually two installments per academic year.

Important Dates

Official notification for 2026-27 hasn't come yet. These are based on last year's schedule. Keep checking sirishassam.in for updates.

Scheme	Expected Start	Expected Last Date
Pre-Matric	June 2026	July 2026
Simon Sing Horo	June 2026	July 2026
Post-Matric	July 2026	August 2026
Higher Studies	July 2026	August 2026
ANM/GNM / Technical	July 2026	August 2026
Civil Services Coaching	August 2026	August 2026

These dates are not final. Check sirishassam.in or ttwd.assam.gov.in for confirmed dates.

Documents You'll Need

Keep scanned copies of these ready before you start:

Sl No.	Document	Format	Max Size
1	Aadhaar Card	JPEG/PDF	200 KB
2	TGL or EX-TGL Caste Certificate	PDF	500 KB
3	Income Certificate	PDF	500 KB
4	Bank Passbook (first page)	JPEG/PDF	200 KB
5	Marksheets	PDF	500 KB
6	Bonafide Certificate	PDF	200 KB
7	Passport size photo	JPEG	100 KB
8	Domicile Certificate (if you have)	PDF	200 KB

How to Apply – Step by Step

Everything is online. You can do it from your phone or computer.

1. Go to sirishassam.in
2. Click "Sign Up" or "Register". Put in your name, mobile number, email, and date of birth.
3. You'll get an OTP on your phone. Type it in. Create a password.
4. Login with your mobile number and password.
5. Pick the scheme you want – Pre-Matric, Post-Matric, Simon Sing Horo, whatever fits you.
6. Fill the form. You'll need to enter:
   • Your name, parents' names, DOB, gender
   • Address, mobile number, email
   • Previous class, marks you got, percentage
   • Current class/course, college/school name, admission year
   • Family income – total yearly income from everyone
   • Bank account number, IFSC code, bank name
   • Your sub-tribe – Munda, Oraon, Gond, Santhal, etc.
7. Upload your documents – the ones we listed above.
8. Preview everything. Double-check your name, bank details, and all other info.
9. Click "Submit". After this, you can't change anything.
10. Download the Acknowledgement Receipt. Keep it safe. Write down your application number somewhere you won't lose it.

How to Check Application Status

1. Login with mobile number and password.
2. Click "Track Application" or "Application Status".
3. Your status will shows there.

Renewal for Old Beneficiaries

If you got the scholarship last year, you need to apply for renewal:

• Login with your old credentials
• Click "Renewal Application" – not fresh application
• Upload previous year's mark sheet showing promotion
• Update bank details or address if changed
• Renewal deadline is usually later than fresh application
• If you miss the renewal deadline, you lose the scholarship

Important Links

Sl No.	Link Description	Action / Link
1	Official Sirish Portal	sirishassam.in
2	TTWD Official Website	ttwd.assam.gov.in
3	Apply Online	Click Here to Apply

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is Sirish Scholarship?

Scholarship for Tea Tribe and Adivasi students in Assam. Run by TTWD.

Who can apply?

Permanent residents of Assam from Tea Tribe or Adivasi community. Need TGL/EX-TGL caste certificate. Family income below ₹5 lakh.

Has notification for 2026-27 come out?

Not yet. Dates above are tentative. Check sirishassam.in for updates.

What documents do I need?

Aadhaar, TGL/EX-TGL caste certificate, income certificate, bank passbook, marksheets, bonafide certificate, photo.

How much scholarship will I get?

Pre-Matric: ₹3,000-5,000. Post-Matric: ₹7,000-10,000. Simon Sing Horo: ₹10,000+. Higher Studies: up to ₹35,000.