Andhra Pradesh Post-Matric BC Scholarship Last Date & Deadlines 2026
Application Deadline
31 October 2026
October end
Timeline Details & Extensions
Applications must be submitted and finalized before 11:59 PM on the closing date. We advise students to submit applications at least a week in advance to avoid last-minute server bottlenecks.
- Institute-level verification continues for 15-30 days after the student application deadline.
- Incomplete or unfinalized drafts are auto-rejected on the last date.
FAQs for Andhra Pradesh Post-Matric BC Scholarship
Q.What are the two major benefits under the AP Post-Matric BC Scholarship?
The scholarship provides (1) Reimbursement of Tuition Fee (RTF) covering college fees, paid directly to the educational institution, and (2) Maintenance Fee (MTF) covering food and hostel/lodging charges paid directly to the student.
Q.What is the attendance criteria for receiving the scholarship?
Students must maintain a minimum of 75% attendance in their courses. Attendance is tracked digitally through the Jnanabhumi portal for release of quarterly installments.
Q.What is the annual income limit for BC category students under this scheme?
The annual family income of BC (Backward Class / OBC) students must be ₹2,00,000 (Rs. 2 Lakhs) or less to qualify for full fee reimbursement benefits.
Q.How are applications submitted and authenticated?
Applications are submitted online via the Jnanabhumi portal (jnanabhumi.ap.gov.in). Students must complete bi-monthly Aadhaar-enabled biometric authentication at their secretariat or college to release funds.