Green Passage Scheme - Higher Education (Odisha) Income Limit 2026
Maximum Annual Family Income
₹8,00,000 per annum
Income Verification Rules
Applicants must submit a valid annual income certificate issued by a competent revenue officer (such as a Tahsildar, Revenue Inspector, or Sub-Divisional Magistrate).
- The certificate must be in the name of the parent/legal guardian.
- Income certificates issued by private employers or self-declarations on plain paper are not accepted.
FAQs for Green Passage Scheme - Higher Education (Odisha)
Q.Who is eligible for the Green Passage Scheme in Odisha?
Orphan students who have lost both parents, single parent, or whose biological/adoptive parents are deceased, and who are pursuing higher education in recognized institutions in Odisha are eligible.
Q.What educational benefits does the Green Passage Scheme provide?
The scheme provides a complete waiver of application, admission, tuition, examination, laboratory, library, and hostel fees in government institutions. For non-government unaided institutions, reimbursement is capped at ₹5,00,000 for the entire course.
Q.What is the family income limit for the Green Passage Scheme?
The annual income of the surviving parent or legal guardian must not exceed ₹8,00,000 (8 Lakh) to qualify for the scheme's benefits.