What do you get under OTFS ₹1 lakh?
₹1 lakh for a professional course of 2 years or more: ₹50,000 after admission and ₹50,000 after passing the first year. It comes on top of the Post-Matric Scholarship.
The budget speech says 746 ST students and 157 OBC students got OTFS in 2025-26, and 172 OBC students are planned for 2026-27 at ₹1 lakh each. For ST students the 2026-27 round (AY 2024-25) closed for applications on 31 July 2026.
Who is eligible for OTFS ₹1 lakh?
- SC, ST, OBC or minority student, domicile of Tripura.
- Passed Class 10, Class 12 and later exams with at least 50% marks.
- Admitted to a professional course of at least 2 years in a government-recognised institute in or outside Tripura, and enrolled for the Post-Matric Scholarship.
- Family income from all sources up to ₹2.5 lakh a year.
- Selection is on merit within each department's yearly target; 80% of seats go to TBSE pass-outs and 20% to CBSE, ICSE or other boards.
Also check:
- Minority students apply through the Minority Welfare Department. Seats are limited and the merit list is made every year.
Documents needed for OTFS ₹1 lakh
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How to apply for OTFS ₹1 lakh
- Watch for the yearly advertisement of your department (SC Welfare, Tribal Welfare, OBC Welfare or Minority Welfare).
- ST students apply online on the Beneficiary Management System (BMS) portal, bms.tripura.gov.in, through their institute.
- Also apply for the Post-Matric Scholarship through NSP, which the scheme requires.
How to check OTFS ₹1 lakh status
- Track the application on the BMS portal, or ask the department that advertised the scheme.
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Common questions
Who is eligible for OTFS ₹1 lakh?
SC, ST, OBC or minority student, domicile of Tripura. Passed Class 10, Class 12 and later exams with at least 50% marks. Admitted to a professional course of at least 2 years in a government-recognised institute in or outside Tripura, and enrolled for the Post-Matric Scholarship. Family income from all sources up to ₹2.5 lakh a year. Selection is on merit within each department's yearly target; 80% of seats go to TBSE pass-outs and 20% to CBSE, ICSE or other boards.
How much do I get under OTFS ₹1 lakh?
₹1 lakh for a professional course of 2 years or more: ₹50,000 after admission and ₹50,000 after passing the first year. It comes on top of the Post-Matric Scholarship. The budget speech says 746 ST students and 157 OBC students got OTFS in 2025-26, and 172 OBC students are planned for 2026-27 at ₹1 lakh each. For ST students the 2026-27 round (AY 2024-25) closed for applications on 31 July 2026.
What documents do I need for OTFS ₹1 lakh?
Caste certificate (SC / ST / OBC), if you claim it; Income certificate; Domicile or residence certificate of the state; Education certificates (marksheets); Proof of admission or fee receipt; Aadhaar card (linked to your mobile number); Bank passbook or account details (Aadhaar-seeded account).
How do I apply for OTFS ₹1 lakh?
Watch for the yearly advertisement of your department (SC Welfare, Tribal Welfare, OBC Welfare or Minority Welfare). ST students apply online on the Beneficiary Management System (BMS) portal, bms.tripura.gov.in, through their institute. Also apply for the Post-Matric Scholarship through NSP, which the scheme requires. Official site: https://bms.tripura.gov.in/
How do I check OTFS ₹1 lakh status?
Track the application on the BMS portal, or ask the department that advertised the scheme.
Do I have to pay anyone to apply for OTFS ₹1 lakh?
No. Applying for a government scheme is free on the official portal, and at Common Service Centres you pay only the notified service fee, if any. Never pay an agent who promises approval.
How much is the OTFS in Tripura?
₹1 lakh in two parts: ₹50,000 after admission and ₹50,000 after passing the first year.
What is the income limit for OTFS?
Family income up to ₹2.5 lakh a year from all sources.
Can I get OTFS and the Post-Matric Scholarship together?
Yes. OTFS is extra support; you must also be enrolled for the Post-Matric Scholarship.
Official sources
- Govt of Tripura notification (February 2020): One time financial support scheme (Tribal Welfare Department guidelines page)
- Directorate of Tribal Welfare: OTFS (AY 2024-25, FY 2026-27) timeline on the BMS portal
- Tripura Budget Speech 2026-27 (paras 88 and 101 to 102)
Last checked 1 November 2026; next review by 30 April 2027. Rules and amounts change, so confirm on the official site before you apply. IndiaDigital is independent and not a government site.