Tribal Research and Training Institute (TRTI)
The Tribal Research and Training Institute (TRTI) in Pune, under the Government of Maharashtra, offers various training programs to support Scheduled Tribe (ST) candidates in preparing for competitive examinations. These initiatives aim to enhance representation of ST candidates in government services and other sectors.
Competitive Exam Training Program
Sr. No. | Name of the Scheme | Duration | Stipend (per month), Ancillary Benefits (Book Set Cost and Other Expenses - One Time) |
|---|---|---|---|
1 | Providing Pre-Training for UPSC Civil Services Examination | 11 months | Free training. Stipend - ₹13,000 per month per student. Ancillary Benefits - ₹18,000 per student (one time). Travel Expenses - ₹10,000 (one time). |
2 | Pre-Training for UPSC Civil Services Examination at 3 Indian Administrative Service Training Centers | 11 months | Free training. Stipend - ₹7,000 per student/month. Office Expenses - ₹5,000 per student (one time). |
3 | MPSC - State Service Pre-Examination Training | 11 months | ₹10,000 ₹12,000 (Book set and other expenses) |
4 | MPSC - Non-Gazetted Group B and Group C Pre-Examination Training | 11 months | ₹10,000 ₹12,000 (Book set and other expenses) |
5 | MPSC - Maharashtra Engineering Service (MES) Pre-Examination Training | 11 months | ₹10,000 ₹12,000 (Book set and other expenses) |
6 | Civil Judge Junior Division and Judicial Magistrate First Class (JMFC) Training Program | 11 months | ₹10,000 ₹12,000 (Book set and other expenses) |
7 | Bank (IBPS), Railway, LIC, and other similar competitive exams (non-residential) | 6 months | ₹6000 ₹10,000 (Book set and other expenses) |
8 | Police and Military Recruitment Pre-Training | 6 months | ₹10,000 ₹12,000 (Book set and other expenses) |
Pre-Examination Training Programs: For exams like MPSC, UPSC, IBPS, LIC, JMFC, Police, and Military recruitment.
Scholarships and Financial Assistance: Includes monthly stipends and one-time grants for books and other expenses.
Research and Documentation: Studies on social justice, inequality, and marginalized communities.
Skill Development Programs: Tailored courses for employment readiness and entrepreneurship.
Eligibility Criteria
UPSC Examinations Coaching
- Candidate must belong to a Scheduled Tribe (ST) category.
- Must have completed graduation from a recognized university.
- Age criteria as per UPSC guidelines
(typically 21–32 years for General; relaxations for ST candidates).
- Must pass the Common Entrance Test (CET) conducted by TRTI
MPSC Examinations Coaching
- Must belong to the Scheduled Tribe (ST) category.
- Should have completed graduation (for Group B & C posts like PSI, STI, and ASO).
- Age criteria as per MPSC guidelines (18–38 years for ST candidates).
- Candidates must clear the CET conducted by TRTI.
MES Examinations Coaching
- Must belong to the Scheduled Tribe (ST) category.
- Should have a B.E./B.Tech degree in Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, or related fields.
- Age criteria as per MPSC Engineering Services guidelines.
- Must qualify for the CET conducted by TRTI
- Must belong to the Scheduled Tribe (ST) category.
- Should have a Bachelor’s degree in Law (LLB) from a recognized university.
- Age limit as per judiciary exam guidelines (usually 21–35 years for ST candidates).
- Candidates preparing for MPSC Judicial Services or other bar council exams are eligible.
Judicial Examinations Coaching
IBPS Examinations Coaching
- Must belong to the Scheduled Tribe (ST) category.
- Should have a graduate degree in any discipline from a recognized university.
- Age limit: 20–30 years (relaxation for ST candidates as per banking norms).
- Basic computer knowledge is preferred.
- Candidates preparing for IBPS, SBI, or RBI exams are eligible.
Police and Military Examinations Coaching
- Educational Qualification:
Minimum Qualification:
Candidate must have passed HSC/12th standard from a recognized board.
- Age Limit:
- General Criteria:
Minimum age: 18 years.
Maximum age: 25 years.
- Age Relaxation:
ST candidates: Relaxation of 5 years, extending the maximum age to 30 years.
- Physical Eligibility:
- Height:
Male candidates: Minimum 165 cm.
Female candidates: Minimum 158 cm.
- Chest (Male Candidates):
Without expansion: Minimum 79 cm.
With expansion: Minimum 84 cm (5 cm expansion required).