Synopsis Scheduled Tribes in India occupy the lowest rung in the educational ladder. In spite of various public incentives, concessions and welfare measures, their educational development is far from satisfaction. Specific constraints impeding education of different tribal groups have never been seriously taken into account by the policy makers and planners. Based on primary data on the book presents a detailed analysis of the constraints that impede education of the Scheduled Tribes in Paderu Block of Vizag district in Andhra Pradesh. In addition to an in depth of the reasons for the slow progress of education among Tribals the authors presents a thorough analysis of the enrolment patterns and factors relating to absenteeism, wastage and stagnation. The study also discusses in detail the alternative strategies of non-formal education.