Archive · 9 Nov 2025
Arunachal CM Announces 100% IIT Scholarships for Tribal Youth, Pilot Training Aid
The leader of Arunachal Pradesh, Chief Minister Pema Khandu, announced some exciting new opportunities for young people, especially those from tribal communities.
He said that students who get into top engineering schools like the IITs will get their full college fees paid by the government.
He also mentioned that up to ten students each year will get a 75% scholarship to become pilots.
Furthermore, students who get into the world's top 150 universities will also receive a 100% scholarship.
These programs are part of a new plan to help young people get better education and jobs.
The Chief Minister also celebrated the students and faculty at Dera Natung Government College, highlighting its importance in educating many people from the state.
He encouraged students to be proud of their heritage and to stand against bad things like drugs and corruption.
He also said that fun college events help students learn important life skills.
Arunachal Pradesh CM Pema Khandu announced 100% scholarships for tribal youth admitted to undergraduate programs in all IITs.
The government will provide 75% scholarships for commercial pilot licenses to up to 10 aspiring youths annually.
100% scholarships will be offered to tribal youth admitted to undergraduate and postgraduate courses at the top 150 global universities.
The state has adopted the State Youth Policy 2025, focusing on nine key areas of youth development.
Chief Minister Khandu emphasized the importance of the college week celebration in nurturing leadership and teamwork among students.
- Who
- Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu
- What
- Announced enhanced scholarships for tribal youth and inaugurated college week celebrations.
- When
- Sunday
- Where
- Itanagar, Arunachal Pradesh (Dera Natung Government College)
- Why
- To encourage academic excellence, provide opportunities for higher education and specialized training, and foster youth development in line with the new State Youth Policy.
Government Initiatives
Student Opportunities
Scholarship Programs
Government Initiatives
The state government is significantly enhancing opportunities for tribal youth through 100% scholarships for IITs and top global universities, and 75% aid for pilot training.
Student Opportunities
Students, particularly those from tribal communities, are presented with greater financial support to access premier educational institutions and specialized training.
Youth Development Policy
Government Initiatives
The adoption of the State Youth Policy 2025 demonstrates a comprehensive approach to youth development, focusing on education, employment, and overall well-being.
Student Opportunities
The policy aims to equip youth with essential skills and opportunities to contribute to the state's progress, addressing areas like entrepreneurship and civic engagement.
- Scholarship for IIT
- 100% for Scheduled Tribes youth in all undergraduate courses
- Scholarship for Pilot Training
- 75% for up to 10 aspiring youths annually
- Merchant Navy Training Support
- Support for 10 youths annually
- Scholarship for Top Global Universities
- 100% for tribal youth in QS Top 150 universities (undergraduate and postgraduate)
- State Youth Policy
- Adopted in August, sets nine youth-development goals
- Dera Natung Government College (DNGC)
- Established 1979, renamed 2001
- DNGC Student Demographics
- 51.33% girls, 91% tribal students
