Golden Jubilee Merit Awards 2026 – One-time merit-based financial award
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Quick answer
The Golden Jubilee Merit Awards is a state-level scholarship scheme by the Education Department of Arunachal Pradesh that provides a one-time merit-based financial award to students who have passed Class XII and secured admission to premier institutions like IITs, IIMs, AIIMS or NLUs through national level entrance examinations. Eligible applicants include Arunachal Pradesh Scheduled Tribe (APST) students who passed Class XII from any institution in India or abroad, and non-APST students who passed Class XII from an institution within Arunachal Pradesh. Applications are submitted offline to the Directorate of Higher and Technical Education after downloading the form from its official website.
At a glance
| Main benefit | One-time merit-based financial award |
| Ministry / department | Education Department |
| Level | State Government (Arunachal Pradesh) |
| Application mode | Offline |
About the scheme
The scheme “Golden Jubilee Merit Awards” by the Department of Higher and Technical Education, Government of Arunachal Pradesh, aims to encourage and recognise academic excellence among students who have passed Class XII and qualified through National Level Entrance Examinations. Through this scheme, financial assistance is provided to eligible Arunachal Pradesh Scheduled Tribe students who have completed Class 12 from any institution in India or abroad, as well as to non-APST students who have passed Class 12 from institutions located within Arunachal Pradesh, provided they are selected and admitted through national entrance examinations. The scheme covers students securing admission to premier institutions such as the Indian Institutes of Technology, Indian Institutes of Management, All India Institutes of Medical Sciences, and National Law Universities. The scheme is implemented by the Directorate of Higher and Technical Education. Financial assistance is granted as a merit-based recognition and is subject to fulfillment of eligibility conditions and submission of a duly filled application within the prescribed time.
Benefits
- One-time merit-based financial award
- Amount varies depending on level of examination and position secured as per official guidelines
- Award is granted once for the qualifying examination concerned
Who can apply (eligibility)
- Applicant must be a bona fide Arunachal Pradesh Scheduled Tribe (APST) student or an eligible non-APST student as specified
- Applicant must have passed Class 12 from a recognised school or higher education institution
- APST applicant may have passed Class 12 from any institution in India or abroad
- Non-APST applicant must have passed Class 12 from an institution located within Arunachal Pradesh
- Applicant must have cleared a National Level Entrance Examination
- Applicant must have been selected and admitted through the entrance examination process
- Applicant must have secured admission to Indian Institutes of Technology, Indian Institutes of Management, All India Institutes of Medical Sciences, or National Law Universities
- Applicant must submit a duly filled application form within the prescribed time along with requisite documents
Documents required
- Duly filled application form
- Mark sheet of Class 12
- Certificate of qualifying examination
- Proof of admission to IIT / IIM / AIIMS / NLU
- Proof of clearing National Level Entrance Examination
- Scheduled Tribe Certificate (for APST applicants)
- Bank account details
- Passport-size photo
- ST certificate duly attested
- Admission receipt from the Concern Institution
- Result Score Card of the Entrance Exam
- I-Card issued by the Institution
- Class 10 & 12 Marksheet
- Aadhar Card
- Bank Pass Book (Front page)
How to apply
- 1Visit the official website of the Directorate of Higher and Technical Education, Government of Arunachal Pradesh at https://apdhte.nic.in/Stipend/Golden_Jubilee/Application_Form.pdf
- 2Download the prescribed application form
- 3Fill in the application form completely and attach all required documents as mentioned in the guidelines and application form
- 4Submit the completed application offline to the Directorate of Higher and Technical Education (DHTE), Government of Arunachal Pradesh, within the prescribed time limit
- 5The application will be scrutinised by the competent authority, and the merit award will be granted after verification of records
Frequently asked questions
At what stage of education can a student apply for the Golden Jubilee Merit Awards?+
A student can apply after passing Class 12 and after securing admission through a National Level Entrance Examination to eligible premier institutions.
Does merely qualifying a National Level Entrance Examination make a student eligible?+
No. The student must both qualify for the entrance examination and secure confirmed admission to the notified institutions to be eligible.
Are students studying outside Arunachal Pradesh eligible for this award?+
Yes. APST students who passed Class 12 from any institution in India or abroad are eligible, provided they meet the admission criteria. Non-APST students are eligible only if they passed Class 12 from an institution within Arunachal Pradesh.
Is this award given every year or only once?+
The Golden Jubilee Merit Award is a one-time financial award granted for the qualifying examination and admission.
Are private institutions covered under this scheme?+
Only notified premier institutions such as Indian Institutes of Technology, Indian Institutes of Management, All India Institutes of Medical Sciences, and National Law Universities are covered, as specified in the guidelines.
Is there any minimum marks requirement mentioned for eligibility?+
The guidelines do not specify a minimum percentage of marks. Eligibility is based on merit demonstrated through National Level Entrance Examinations and admission.
Can a student apply for this award before taking admission?+
No. Applications can be submitted only after securing admission to the eligible institution.
What happens if a student submits incorrect academic or admission details?+
If incorrect or false information is detected, the application may be rejected, and any award already released may be recovered as per government rules.
Does receiving this award affect eligibility for other scholarships?+
The guidelines do not explicitly restrict availing other scholarships. However, students are advised to check the conditions of other schemes to avoid duplication of benefits.
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