Roles and Responsibilities of the SC/ST Cell:

Promoting Inclusivity: The cell works towards creating an inclusive environment that values diversity and respects the rights of students from marginalized backgrounds.

Providing Support Services: It offers various support services, including academic guidance, counseling, mentorship, and financial assistance, to students belonging to SC/ST/OBC/Minority communities.

Scholarship and Financial Aid Distribution: The cell facilitates the distribution of scholarships, grants, and other financial aid schemes provided by the government or the institution to eligible students from marginalized communities.

Advocacy and Representation: It advocates for the rights and interests of SC/ST students within the institution, addressing any discrimination or grievances they may face and ensuring their voices are heard in decision-making processes.

Awareness and Sensitization: The cell organizes awareness programs, workshops, and seminars to sensitize the broader student community and faculty members about issues related to caste, ethnicity, religion, and social justice.

Reservation Policy Implementation: It assists in the implementation of reservation policies mandated by the government, ensuring that a certain percentage of seats in educational programs and employment opportunities are reserved for SC/ST candidates.

Monitoring and Evaluation: The cell monitors the progress and academic performance of SC/ST students, identifies challenges they may face, and implements strategies to address them effectively.

Collaboration with External Agencies: It collaborates with government bodies, NGOs, and other external agencies working towards the welfare and empowerment of marginalized communities, fostering partnerships to enhance support services and opportunities for students.

Documentation and Reporting: The cell maintains comprehensive records of students belonging to SC/ST communities, including demographic data, academic achievements, and support services availed. It also prepares reports on the activities and outcomes of its initiatives for internal and external stakeholders

Continuous Improvement: The cell regularly evaluates its programs and initiatives, seeking feedback from students and stakeholders, to continually improve the quality and effectiveness of its services in promoting equity and inclusivity within the institution.

S. NO	NAME	POSITION	CATEGORY
1.	Dr. S. GURULINGAM	PRINCIPAL	Head
2.	Dr. G. SRINIVASAN	AP/S&H	Convener
2.	Mrs. AMUTHA	LAB INSTRUCTOR/ ECE	Member
3.	ANJALI. M	STUDENT/CSE-IV	Member
4.	OLIKANNAN T N	STUDENT/ECE-III	Member
5.	ANANDHARAM A	STUDENT/MECH-II	Member

CENTRALLY SPONSORED SCHEME OF POST MATRIC SCHOLARSHIP FOR OBC/SC/ST STUDENTS-PUDUCHERRY

Government Scholarship, Directorate of Higher and Technical Education Department (DHTE), Puducherry.

(a) Adi Dravidar Welfare Scholarship

To apply: Visit https://adwelfare.py.gov.in/ 

(b) Minority Scholarships (OBC, Christian, Muslims etc.,)

To apply: Visit https://dhte.py.gov.in/

To apply: Visit https://scholarships.gov.in/

To apply: Visit https://www.minorityaffairs.gov.in/show_content.php?lang=1&level=2&ls_id=661&lid=823

PRAGATI SCHOLARSHIP SCHEME FOR GIRL STUDENTS

(TECHNICAL DEGREE)

‘One Girl’ per family, where the family income is less than Rs. 6 Lakh /annum, All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE), New Delhi.

To apply: http://www.aicte-india.org/pragathisakshamscheme.php

CENTRAL SECTOR SCHEME OF SCHOLARSHIPS FOR COLLEGE AND UNIVERSITY STUDENTS

PRADHAN MANTRI UCHCHATAR SHIKSHA PROTSAHAN (PM-USP) YOJANA

To apply: Visit https://aishe.gov.in/aishe/aisheCode

Puducherry Adi Dravidar Development Corporation Limited (PADCO)

The Puducherry Adi Dravidar Development Corporation Limited (PADCO) is providing the Education Loan to Scheduled Castes student’s to pursue higher education in professional and technical courses. The assistance shall be provided through the educational Institute/Directly to the student.

To apply:

CIN	U85320PY1986SGC000446