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88,000+ Students Receive Full ST Scholarship in Meghalaya
✍️ The Meghalayan Express
🗓 15 Oct 2026, 09:02 AM
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The Meghalaya government has disbursed the full State Tribal (ST) scholarship to more than 88,000 students across the state, marking a significant boost to higher education access for tribal communities.
The Meghalaya government announced today that the full State Tribal (ST) scholarship has been released to over 88,000 students, a move aimed at enhancing higher education opportunities for tribal communities.
The scholarship, which covers tuition fees and living expenses, is part of the state's commitment to bridge educational gaps for marginalized groups. Eligible students include those from scheduled tribes who have secured admission in recognized colleges and universities across the state.
Education officials highlighted that the disbursement will enable thousands of students to pursue their studies without financial hindrance, potentially increasing enrollment rates and reducing dropout figures among tribal populations.
A spokesperson for the Meghalaya Department of Education noted that the release of the scholarship funds reflects the state's ongoing efforts to promote inclusive education and socio-economic development in remote areas.
The scholarship, which covers tuition fees and living expenses, is part of the state's commitment to bridge educational gaps for marginalized groups. Eligible students include those from scheduled tribes who have secured admission in recognized colleges and universities across the state.
Education officials highlighted that the disbursement will enable thousands of students to pursue their studies without financial hindrance, potentially increasing enrollment rates and reducing dropout figures among tribal populations.
A spokesperson for the Meghalaya Department of Education noted that the release of the scholarship funds reflects the state's ongoing efforts to promote inclusive education and socio-economic development in remote areas.