SIRISH Assam Scholarship 2026 The Directorate of Tea Tribes and Adivasi Welfare, Assam has invited online applications for various scholarship and financial-assistance schemes for the financial year 2026–27 through the official SIRISH Online Application Portal. The application window is open from 25 August 2026 to 5 October 2026.
SIRISH Scholarship 2026 – Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Department | Directorate of Tea Tribes & Adivasi Welfare, Assam |
| Scheme Year | 2026–27 |
| Beneficiaries | Tea Tribes & Adivasi Community |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Portal | SIRISH Online Application Portal |
| Start Date | 25 August 2026 |
| Last Date | 5 October 2026 |
| Official Website | sirishassam.in |
Schemes Available Under SIRISH 2026
Eligible applicants can apply for the following schemes:
- Pre-Matric Scholarship
- Post-Matric Scholarship
- Simon Sing Horo Special Post-Matric Scholarship
- Financial Assistance for ANM/GNM & Other Technical Courses
- Financial Assistance for Higher Studies
- Financial Assistance to Students Who Cleared UPSC/APSC Civil Services Prelims
- Grants to Patients Suffering from TB/Cancer and Other Major Diseases
Eligibility Criteria
For the 2026–27 application notice, the applicant must:
- Be a permanent resident of Assam.
- Belong to the Tea Tribes and Adivasi Community.
- Fulfil the specific eligibility conditions of the scheme being applied for.
- Complete the required registration and application process through SIRISH.
- Complete Aadhaar authentication, which is mandatory.
- Have an Aadhaar-seeded Scheduled Bank Account in the applicant’s own name.
Income Limit
For schemes such as financial assistance for higher studies, the applicable guidelines specify an annual family-income ceiling of ₹5 lakh, subject to the particular scheme’s current rules. Applicants should check the individual scheme guideline before applying.
Documents Required
Documents vary according to the scheme. Commonly required documents include:
- Aadhaar Card
- Caste Certificate
- Birth Certificate/HSLC Admit Card/Pass Certificate
- Previous examination mark sheet
- Admission/fee receipt
- Family-income undertaking, where applicable
- First page of Aadhaar-seeded Scheduled Bank passbook
- Institution/Headmaster certificate, where applicable
How to Apply Online
Step 1: Registration
Fresh applicants must first register on the SIRISH portal. Registration requires:
- Aadhaar Number
- Aadhaar-linked mobile number
- Creation of a password
Step 2: Login
After registration, log in using your credentials and select the applicable scholarship/financial-assistance scheme.
Step 3: Fill Application
Enter your personal, educational, caste, income and bank-account details carefully.
Step 4: Upload Documents
Upload the required documents according to the selected scheme.
Step 5: Submit
Review the application carefully and submit it online. Keep the acknowledgement/application details safely for future reference.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement Date | 24 August 2026 |
| Online Application Starts | 25 August 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 5 October 2026 |
Important Links
| Official Notification | Click Here |
| How to Apply Guide | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
Important Note
Applicants should apply only through the official SIRISH portal and carefully read the guidelines for their particular scheme. The department states that Aadhaar authentication is mandatory and fresh applicants must complete registration before applying.
FAQs of SIRISH Assam Scholarship 2026
1. What is SIRISH Assam Scholarship 2026?
SIRISH Assam Scholarship 2026 is a scholarship and financial-assistance programme of the Directorate of Tea Tribes & Adivasi Welfare, Assam for eligible students belonging to the Tea Tribes & Adivasi community.
2. Who can apply for SIRISH Scholarship 2026?
Eligible applicants must generally be permanent residents of Assam and belong to the Tea Tribes & Adivasi Community, subject to the specific scheme guidelines.
3. What is the application period?
Online applications for the 2026–27 session are scheduled from 25 August 2026 to 5 October 2026.
4. Where can I apply?
Applications are submitted online through the official SIRISH portal – sirishassam.in.
5. Which schemes are available?
The 2026–27 notice includes schemes such as:
- Pre-Matric Scholarship
- Post-Matric Scholarship
- Simon Sing Horo Special Post-Matric Scholarship
- Financial Assistance for ANM/GNM & other technical courses
- Financial Assistance for Higher Studies
- Assistance for students clearing UPSC/APSC Civil Services Prelims
- Certain medical financial-assistance schemes
6. Is Aadhaar mandatory?
Yes. Aadhaar authentication is mandatory for the application process.
7. Is a bank account required?
Yes. Applicants are required to have an Aadhaar-seeded Scheduled Bank Account in their own name, as applicable under the scheme.
8. What documents are required?
Depending on the scheme, applicants may need Aadhaar, caste/community certificate, educational certificates/marksheets, admission or fee receipt, income-related documents and bank-passbook details.
9. Can I apply for more than one SIRISH scheme?
Eligibility and restrictions can differ between schemes. Applicants should check the individual scheme guidelines before submitting applications.
10. What is the family income limit?
The income limit varies by scheme. For certain higher-study financial assistance, the applicable guideline provides an annual family-income ceiling of ₹5 lakh.
11. Is there any application fee?
The SIRISH scholarship application is generally submitted online without an application fee. Applicants should follow the current official portal instructions.
12. What happens after submitting the application?
Applications are subject to verification by the concerned authorities/institutions. Applicants should keep their application/acknowledgement details for future reference.
13. Can fresh applicants register online?
Yes. Fresh applicants need to complete registration on the SIRISH portal before applying for the applicable scheme.
14. What is the last date to apply for SIRISH Scholarship 2026?
The reported last date is 5 October 2026.
15. Where can I check the official notification?
Applicants should check the official SIRISH portal at sirishassam.in for the latest notification, scheme guidelines and application status.
