What is the purpose of the scheme?

The “Adi Dravidar and Tribal Welfare Department-Hostels: Special Guides” scheme provides free hostel accommodations for students from the Adi Dravidar and Tribal communities who are studying up to XII Standard.

Who is eligible for this scheme?

Students who belong to the Adi Dravidar or Tribal communities and are studying up to XII Standard are eligible for the scheme.

Is there an age limit for availing of the hostel facilities?

No, there is no specific age limit for availing of the hostel facilities under this scheme.

How can students apply for the hostel facilities?

Students or their guardians should approach the warden or matron of the hostel and submit the required documents to apply.

Is there any income limit to avail of the hostel facilities?

No, there is no income limit for students to benefit from this scheme.

Are both boys and girls eligible for the hostel facilities?

Yes, both boys and girls from the eligible communities can apply for and benefit from the hostel facilities.

What are the primary benefits of the hostel facilities?

The scheme provides free accommodation, a safe living environment, and support for students' education.

Is there any cost for students staying in the hostel?

No, the hostel facilities are provided free of charge to eligible students.

What happens if a student discontinues their studies?

If a student drops out of school, they may lose eligibility for the hostel facilities and will likely need to vacate.

How can more information about the scheme be obtained?

Additional information can be acquired by contacting the Adi Dravidar and Tribal Welfare Department or the warden/matron of the hostel.

Adi Dravidar and Tribal Welfare Department-Hostels: Special Guides

By Expertie Editorial Team · Expertie editorial desk

Overview

About ADTHSG

The Adi Dravidar and Tribal Welfare Department runs this scheme under the Government of Tamil Nadu. It provides hostel facilities to boys and girls studying up to Class XII, with support given in kind rather than as a cash transfer.

The department works to raise literacy and living standards among Adi Dravidar (Scheduled Caste) and Scheduled Tribe communities in Tamil Nadu, and this hostel scheme is part of that education work. It is meant for school-going boarders from those communities studying up to Class XII.

Sources: myScheme - Adi Dravidar and Tribal Welfare Department-Hostels: Special Guides (Government of India scheme directory) · Adi Dravidar Welfare and Scheduled Tribes Welfare Department, Government of Tamil Nadu (official portal)

Who runs it

Provider

Tamil Nadu State Government

State / UT Government

Adi Dravidar and Tribal Welfare Department

At a glance

Key details

Level	State/ UT
Scheme type	—
Category	Education & Learning, Housing & Shelter
Beneficiaries	Individual
Benefit type	In Kind
Application mode	Offline

Calendar

Important dates

Across all open application cycles.

Important dates by cycle
Cycle	Stage	Date

Who can apply

Eligibility criteria

The beneficiary should be a Student.
The beneficiary should be a resident of Tamil Nadu.
The beneficiary should belong to the Adi Dravidar/ Tribal community.
The beneficiary should be enrolled within XII Standard (Stn. XII or lower).

What you get

Award & benefits

Accommodation: Hostel facility for all Boys/ Girls Boarders studying upto XII Standard.

What to prepare

Documents required

Proof of identity (Aadhar card or any other document as directed by the authority).

Caste certificate (Adi Dravidar/ Tribal community).

Income certificate (if applicable).

Admission/ Enrollment proof in school.

Any other documents (if required).

Step by step

How to apply

1
Apply offline
See the official links below for the application portal.

Source

Official links

Guidelines myScheme (Government of India)

Questions

ADTHSG – FAQ

Disclaimer

Scheme details are compiled from myScheme, the Government of India’s official scheme-discovery platform, and are reproduced without alteration. Amounts, deadlines and eligibility change between cycles — always confirm on the official links above before applying. Expertie does not process applications or charge fees.

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