AP ePASS & Jagananna Vidya Deevena: Eligibility & Application Steps
Key Takeaways (Quick Summary)
- •Jagananna Vidya Deevena pays full college tuition fees directly to mothers.
- •Apply through the AP Jnanabhumi portal or AP ePASS online system.
- •Keep your Aadhaar linked with your bank account for fast payment.
What is AP ePASS and Jagananna Vidya Deevena?
The Andhra Pradesh government gives full fee reimbursement to college students. Andhra Pradesh Electronic Payment and Application System of Scholarships (AP ePASS) and Jnanabhumi portals manage these state scholarship schemes. The Jagananna Vidya Deevena scheme pays your full college tuition fees.
The money goes straight into your mother's bank account. This scheme helps poor students join ITI, Polytechnic, Degree, and Engineering courses.
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Who Can Apply for AP ePASS & Vidya Deevena?
You must be a permanent resident of Andhra Pradesh. Your total family income must be under ₹2.5 Lakh per year. You must hold a valid Rice Card or White Ration Card.
Students from Scheduled Caste (SC), Scheduled Tribe (ST), Backward Class (BC), Economically Backward Class (EBC), Kapu, and Minority communities can apply. You must study in recognized government or private colleges. Distance education and open university students cannot get this benefit.
Check out the Andhra Pradesh Post-Matric SC Scholarship for category rules. BC category students can read the Andhra Pradesh Post-Matric BC Scholarship details.
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How Much Money Will You Get?
The government pays 100% of your course tuition fees. Payments are sent in 4 quarterly installments every year. The fee amount is transferred directly to the student's mother's bank account.
Polytechnic, ITI, B.Tech, Pharmacy, and Degree students get complete fee waivers. Hostel and mess expenses are covered separately under Jagananna Vasathi Deevena.
You can view all state schemes on our Andhra Pradesh Scholarships Hub. Read full rules on the Jagananna Vidya Deevena Scheme page.
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How to Apply Online on Jnanabhumi Portal
Follow these simple steps to complete your online registration.
Step 1: Visit College Secretariat
Contact your college scholarship clerk during new admissions. The college enters your basic details into the Jnanabhumi portal.Step 2: Give Biometric Authentication
Visit your local Village or Ward Secretariat office. Give your fingerprint or iris scan for biometric verification.Step 3: Upload Required Papers
Provide your Income, Caste, and Rice Card numbers. Upload scanned copies of your Class 10 marksheet and admission fee receipt.Step 4: Verify Mother's Bank Account
Ensure your mother's bank account is active. Link her bank account with Aadhaar for Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).---
How to Check Status & Fix Errors
Open the Jnanabhumi portal and click Application Status. Enter your student ID or Aadhaar number to view payment progress.
Want to test if you qualify before applying? Use our free Eligibility Checker Tool now.
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⚠️ 3 Common Errors That Stop Payments
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q1: Is the money sent to student or mother?
Money goes directly to the mother's bank account via DBT.Q2: What is the annual income limit?
Your family income must be less than ₹2.5 Lakh per year.Q3: What happens if attendance is low?
You must maintain at least 75% attendance to get fee reimbursement.Document Readiness Checklist
Check off items as you gather them for your application:
Featured Scholarships Mentioned in This Guide
Andhra Pradesh Post-Matric SC Scholarship
₹80,000/year
Andhra Pradesh Post-Matric BC Scholarship
₹16,000/year
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