Pre-Examination Coaching Scheme
Under this scheme, free coaching and monthly scholarships are provided to eligible Scheduled Tribe students appearing for exams like IAS, PCS, engineering, medical, NDA, Group ‘C’ exams and other competitive examinations.
About This Scheme
The scheme “Pre-Examination Coaching” was introduced by the Tribal Welfare Department, Uttarakhand Government. The scheme aims to enhance employment opportunities for Scheduled Tribe (ST) students by preparing them for competitive examinations. Under this scheme, free coaching and monthly scholarships are provided to eligible Scheduled Tribe students appearing for exams like IAS, PCS, engineering, medical, NDA, Group ‘C’ exams and other competitive examinations. The scheme is implemented by the government, non-government, and private institutions approved by the state.
Benefits
Free Coaching:
Provided for competitive exams such as IAS, PCS, Engineering, Medical, Nursing, NDA, Group ‘C’, and others.
Monthly Scholarship:
₹1,500/- per month for external (non-local) students.
₹750/- per month for local students.
Eligibility Criteria
The applicant should belong to the Scheduled Tribe community.
The applicant should be a student.
The applicant should be preparing for competitive examinations such as IAS, PCS, Engineering, Medical, Nursing, NDA, or Group ‘C’ exams.
The applicant should have passed High School, Intermediate, or Graduation.
Application Process
Apply Offline
Application Process for the Student:
Step 1: The interested applicant should visit (during office hours) the office of the Tribal Welfare Department and request a hard copy of the prescribed format of the application form from the staff exclusively entrusted to issue and collect filled-in applications.
Step 2: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields and attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attested, if required).
Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents to the office of the Tribal Welfare Department.
Notes:
Applications for the selection of coaching institutes are invited through newspapers, and institutes are selected after approval at the government level.
Applications are also received from students, and preference for selection in coaching is given based on the marks obtained in high school, intermediate, or graduation.
Official Source: View on myScheme.gov.in
Benefits
Free Coaching:
Provided for competitive exams such as IAS, PCS, Engineering, Medical, Nursing, NDA, Group ‘C’, and others.
Monthly Scholarship:
₹1,500/- per month for external (non-local) students.
₹750/- per month for local students.
Application Process
Apply Offline
Application Process for the Student:
Step 1: The interested applicant should visit (during office hours) the office of the Tribal Welfare Department and request a hard copy of the prescribed format of the application form from the staff exclusively entrusted to issue and collect filled-in applications.
Step 2: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields and attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attested, if required).
Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents to the office of the Tribal Welfare Department.
Notes:
Applications for the selection of coaching institutes are invited through newspapers, and institutes are selected after approval at the government level.
Applications are also received from students, and preference for selection in coaching is given based on the marks obtained in high school, intermediate, or graduation.
References & Official Links
Scheme Details
| Full Name | Pre-Examination Coaching Scheme |
| Short Title | PECS |
| Level | State |
| Scheme For | Individual |
| Categories | Education & Learning, Skills & Employment |
| States | Uttarakhand |
| Gender | All |
| Caste/Category | ST |
| Area | Both |
| Source | www.myscheme.gov.in ↗ |
Deepika Raikwar · 📅 30 Jun 2026
Deepika Raikwar is an Education Analyst and scholarship researcher who focuses on public welfare and merit-based scholarships. She simplifies complex eligibility rules, deadlines, and application processes to help common people access reliable funding opportunities worldwide.
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