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Pre Matric Scholarship for OBC/SEBC Students (Odisha)

Government of Odisha
Odisha
Deadline: 31 Jan 2026 (Closed)

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About the Program

The Pre Matric Scholarship for OBC/SEBC students in Odisha provides financial assistance covering school fees, books, uniform and maintenance allowance for students from Other Backward Classes families with income below ₹2.5 lakh studying in Class 9-10.

Benefits & Financial Support

Total scholarship amount
₹4k+

Direct financial assistance for tuition and living expenses.

Inclusions

School fee reimbursement, Books and uniform support, Maintenance allowance, Admission and other compulsory fees, Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) to student bank account

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

Pre-Matric (Class 9-10)

Must be enrolled in relevant courses.

Financial & Category

Income LimitUp to ₹2.5 Lakh/year
Applicable CategoryOBC, SEBC

Selection Process

  • Merit-based selection for students from OBC/SEBC category studying in Class 9-10 with family income below ₹2.5 lakh

  • Students already receiving other state/central scholarships are ineligible

  • School and district-level verification required before disbursement.

Renewal Policy

Yes

Application Process

  • 1

    Visit scholarship.odisha.gov.in

  • 2

    Click Student Login or Register with Aadhaar

  • 3

    Select OBC/SEBC category and Pre-Matric scheme

  • 4

    Fill application form with academic and family details

  • 5

    Upload required documents in PDF format (max 500 KB each)

  • 6

    Submit application before January 31

  • 7

    Track status through portal

Documents Required

Aadhaar card
Caste certificate
Income certificate
Last qualifying exam marksheet
Bank passbook front page
Domicile certificate
School bonafide certificate

Important Dates

Application Deadline

31 January 2026

Dates are subject to change as per the provider's official notification. Applicants are encouraged to apply well before the closing date.

Scholarship Quick Facts

Provider TypeState Government
Education LevelPre-Matric (Class 9-10)
Application ModeForm-only
State/RegionOdisha
Income Limit₹2.5L/yr
Last Verified2026

Common Questions (FAQs)

Q.What is the income limit for OBC/SEBC students?

Family income must not exceed ₹2.5 lakh per year from all sources

Q.Which classes are eligible?

Students studying in Class 9 and Class 10 only

Q.Is minimum marks percentage required?

Requirements may vary, check portal for specific criteria

Q.Can I renew this scholarship?

Yes, scholarship available for one year per class. Must reapply when promoted to next class

Help & Contact Support

Official Support

HelplineCheck scholarship.odisha.gov.in for helpline

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StatusClosed (Expired)
Last Verified4/1/2026
Apply ModeForm-only

Official Help

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