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Financial Assistance for UPSC/APSC Mains Exam

FAUAME

Published: Sep 2026

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Published by Shrish, Editor · First published: 18 Sep 2026

Financial Assistance for UPSC/APSC Mains Exam
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About this education scheme

The scheme provides financial assistance to ST and OBC/MOBC students of Assam who have cleared the APSC/UPSC preliminary exam and are appearing for the mains exam in the current year.

Launched for the current year, the scheme "Financial Assistance for UPSC/APSC Mains Exam" by the Directorate of Welfare of Plain Tribes & Backward Classes, Assam, aims to support ST and OBC/MOBC students appearing in the final examination of APSC/UPSC. The scheme provides financial assistance to eligible candidates who have cleared the preliminary exam. To qualify, applicants must belong to the ST or OBC/MOBC community of Assam and have passed the APSC/UPSC preliminary exam in the current year. The scheme is implemented by the Directorate of Welfare of Plain Tribes & Backward Classes, Assam. Applications are accepted offline via a prescribed format available on the official website.

Benefits at a glance

Scheme nameFinancial Assistance for UPSC/APSC Mains Exam (FAUAME)
Launched byWelfare of Plain Tribes and Backward Classes Department
Benefit typeCash (money paid to your bank account)
CategoryEducation
Level / StateState · Assam
Official portaldirectorwptbc.assam.gov.in (see References at the end)

Key facts

Scheme forIndividual
Application modeOffline
Last dateNot given in the official listing
DBT (direct bank transfer)No
Age18 to 60 years

Who can apply (quick check)

  • 👤All genders
  • 🎂Age 18 to 60 years
  • 🏷️ST / OBC
  • 🎓Students only
  • 📝Offline

Quick check from official data. Full conditions are in the Eligibility section.

What you receive

Financial Assistance is provided, subject to eligibility verification and fund availability.

Who qualifies

  • The applicant must belong to the Scheduled Tribes (ST)/Other Backward Classes (OBC)/More Other Backward Classes (MOBC) community of Assam.
  • The applicant must have passed the Assam Public Service Commission (APSC) or Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) Preliminary Examination in the current year.

*Fulfilling eligibility does not guarantee benefits, as the Selection Committee has the right to reject applications without assigning reasons.

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Registration walkthrough

Offline

Step 1: Visit the Official Website of the Directorate of Welfare of Plains Tribes and Backward Classes, Assam. Download the prescribed format of the application form.

Step 2: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, paste the passport-sized photograph (signed across, if required), and attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attest, if required).

Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents, before the deadline, to the Directorate of Welfare of Plain Tribes & Backward Classes, Assam, Rukmini Nagar, Dispur Last Gate, Satrinivash Path, Guwahati-6.

*Applicants are advised to retain a copy of the submitted application and acknowledgment for future reference.

Frequently asked questions

Is there any income limit requirement for availing financial assistance under this scheme?

No, there is no income limit for applicants to be eligible for this financial assistance.

What is the key qualifying condition for applying for this financial aid?

The applicant must have passed the Assam Public Service Commission (APSC) or Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) preliminary exam in the current year.

Where should I submit my application for financial assistance under this scheme?

Applications must be submitted to the Directorate of Welfare of Plain Tribes & Backward Classes, Assam, Rukmini Nagar, Dispur Last Gate, Satrinivash Path, Guwahati-6.

Is the financial assistance guaranteed for all eligible applicants?

No, the assistance is not a matter of right and depends on eligibility verification and available funds.

Who is eligible to apply for financial assistance to appear in the UPSC or APSC mains examination?

Only students belonging to the Scheduled Tribes (ST) and Other Backward Classes/More Other Backward Classes (OBC/MOBC) communities of Assam are eligible to apply.

Can the Selection Committee reject an application without providing a reason?

Yes, the Selection Committee reserves the right to reject any application without assigning a reason if it is found unsatisfactory.

Is this financial assistance applicable for any other exams besides UPSC and APSC mains?

No, the assistance is only for students appearing in the final (mains) examination of UPSC or APSC.

What documents are required to be submitted along with the application?

Applicants must submit all relevant documents as specified in the prescribed format available on the official website.

Where can I find the application form for this financial assistance scheme?

The application form is available on the official website: www.directorwptbc.assam.gov.in.

Can candidates from outside Assam apply for this financial assistance?

No, only ST and OBC/MOBC candidates belonging to Assam are eligible.

Does the scheme cover financial assistance for preliminary exam preparation?

No, the assistance is only for candidates who have already cleared the preliminary exam and are appearing for the mains.

What should I do if my application is rejected without any explanation?

Since the Selection Committee can reject applications without reason, there is no formal appeal process mentioned.

Is the financial assistance provided as a one-time grant or in installments?

The document does not specify the disbursement method, only that assistance depends on fund availability.

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