Green Passage Scheme - Higher Education (Odisha)
About the Program
The Green Passage Scheme Higher Education provides complete fee waiver and reimbursement up to ₹5 lakh for orphaned and vulnerable students in Odisha pursuing any higher education course after Class 12 with full exemption of tuition hostel admission examination laboratory library fees plus free accommodation and food in government institutions.
Benefits & Financial Support
Inclusions
Complete fee waiver for all educational expenses including tuition fees admission and readmission fees examination fees hostel admission fees laboratory fees library fees college development fees and all other institutional charges, Free accommodation and food provided in government institutions where available, Reimbursement up to ₹5,00,000 for complete course duration in non-government unaided private institutions, In government and aided colleges fees exempted at admission with government reimbursing institution directly, In unaided private institutions students pay upfront and claim reimbursement later with maximum cap ₹5 lakh for entire course, Covers COVID-19 orphans who lost single or both parents during pandemic, No restriction on course type - all general professional technical courses eligible, Support continues for entire course duration till completion
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
Undergraduate (UG), Postgraduate (PG)
Must be enrolled in relevant courses.
Financial & Category
Selection Process
Based on validation of orphan status (loss of both parents or single bread-earning parent) by the DCPO/CWC, and parental/guardian income ≤ ₹8.0 Lakh.
Renewal Policy
Satisfactory academic performance and attendance, verified annually by the Principal of the college.
Application Process
- 1Download application form from https
//dhe.odisha.gov.in/sites/default/files/2021-06/GREEN PASSAGE-4-10.pdf
- 2
Fill application form completely with all required details
- 3
Gather all required documents including death certificate income certificate and enrollment proof
- 4
If child was in Child Care Institution obtain certification from DCPO District Child Protection Officer
- 5
If COVID-19 orphan obtain Specially Cared Child Certificate or I-Card
- 6
Submit completed application with documents to DCPO or Child Welfare Committee offline
- 7
DCPO verifies documents and forwards to Higher Education Department
- 8
Department prepares merit list based on academic performance and family income
- 9
Results announced publicly by department
- 10
For government and aided colleges fees exempted at admission
- 11
For unaided private colleges students pay fees and apply for reimbursement with fee receipts and vouchers
- 12
Reimbursement transferred to student Aadhaar-linked bank account via DBT
Documents Required
Important Dates
Application Deadline
Check Portal
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
Common Questions (FAQs)
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.
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