Eklavya Model Residential School (EMRS) Scheme
Ministry Of Tribal Affairs
Eklavya Model Residential Schools provide free, quality residential education from Class VI to XII for Scheduled Tribe students in tribal-majority blocks, on par with Navodaya Vidyalayas. Admission is through an entrance test announced by state tribal welfare departments.
Key facts
- Nodal ministry
- Ministry Of Tribal Affairs
- Level
- Central
- Launched
- 1997
- Last date
- Check state EMRS notification for annual admission dates
- Helpline
- NA
What you get
Scheduled Tribe students get free quality residential education from Class VI to XII, on par with Navodaya Vidyalayas, with hostel facility, and focus on overall development including sports and cultural activities.
Who is eligible
Scheduled Tribe students in blocks with at least 50% ST population and at least 20,000 tribal persons are eligible for admission to the nearest EMRS through an entrance test.
Documents you need
Tribal certificate, birth certificate, previous school marksheet/transfer certificate, and Aadhaar card.
How to apply
Apply through the admission notification released by the concerned State Tribal Welfare Department or EMRS school when entrance exams are announced, typically for Class VI admission.
Frequently asked questions
Who can get admission in an EMRS?
Scheduled Tribe students residing in blocks with significant tribal population, selected through an entrance test.
Is EMRS education free?
Yes, tuition, hostel and boarding are provided free of cost to admitted ST students.
From which class can a student join EMRS?
Admissions are primarily for Class VI, with lateral entry possible in higher classes depending on seat availability.