SIRISH Scholarship 2026 – Assam Tea Tribes & Adivasi Welfare Schemes

The Directorate of Tea Tribes and Adivasi Welfare (TTWD), Government of Assam, has officially opened the online portal for the SIRISH Scholarship and Welfare Schemes for the financial year 2026-2027. Designed to provide financial support and enhance educational opportunities for students and individuals belonging to the Tea Tribes and Adivasi communities, these initiatives cover various educational levels from school to professional programs. Eligible candidates residing in Assam can register through the dedicated SIRISH portal before the deadline.

Quick Overview

• Post Name: SIRISH Scholarship and Welfare Schemes 2026
• Vacancies: Multiple (Scheme-based)
• Organization: Directorate of Tea Tribes and Adivasi Welfare, Assam
• Qualification: Students enrolled in school, post-matric, technical, or higher education programs
• Financial Grant: Financial support varies according to the specific scheme selected
• Important Dates: Application Start: 26th August 2026 | Application End: 5th October 2026

Recruitment Details

The Directorate implements several welfare initiatives aimed at empowering the Tea Tribes and Ex-Tea Tribes communities. The SIRISH portal simplifies the application process by offering a single digital platform to apply for diverse financial grants, skill development programs, and academic scholarships.

Vacancy Details

Applications are invited for the following major scholarship and grant schemes:

• Pre-Matric Scholarship
• Post-Matric Scholarship
• Simon Sing Horo Special Post Matric Scholarship
• Financial Assistance for Higher Studies
• Financial Assistance for ANM/GNM/Technical Courses
• Financial Assistance to Students clearing UPSC/APSC Civil Services Prelims
• Grants to Patients suffering from major diseases (TB/Cancer)
• Coaching for Higher Studies & Grants to Women SHGs

Eligibility Conditions

• Domicile: Candidate must be a permanent resident of Assam.
• Community: Must belong to the Tea Tribes or Ex-Tea Tribes (Adivasi) community.
• Income Limit: The annual family income must not exceed ₹5.00 Lakh from all sources.
• Bank Account: Candidate must possess a active, Aadhar-seeded bank account.
• Caste Certificate: Must possess a valid TGL/EX-TGL certificate issued by the competent authority.

Documents Required

• Permanent Resident Certificate (PRC) / Proof of Residence
• Valid TGL / EX-TGL Caste Certificate
• Family Income Certificate / Undertaking
• Aadhaar Card and Aadhaar-seeded Bank Passbook front page
• Academic Marksheets and Certificates
• Passport size photograph

How to Apply

1. Visit the official online portal at https://sirishassam.in.
2. Click on the registration button to create a new user profile.
3. Complete the registration form with standard details and generate login credentials.
4. Log into the portal and choose the applicable scholarship or scheme from the dashboard.
5. Fill in personal, educational, and bank details carefully.
6. Upload all required supporting documents in prescribed formats.
7. Submit the form online and keep a printed copy for future reference.

Important Dates

• Online Application Starting Date: 26th August 2026
• Online Application Closing Date: 5th October 2026

Important Links

• Official Application Portal: https://sirishassam.in

FAQs

Q1: Who is eligible for the SIRISH Scholarship 2026?
Ans: Permanent residents of Assam belonging to the Tea Tribes and Adivasi communities with an annual family income under ₹5 Lakh are eligible.

Q2: Is there any application fee for applying?
Ans: No, applying for any scheme on the SIRISH portal is completely free of charge.

Q3: Is an Aadhaar-seeded bank account compulsory?
Ans: Yes, candidates must have an active bank account linked with Aadhaar to receive financial aid.