Selection Process Guide
Odisha Scholarships Selection Process 2026
How scholars are selected, merit-cum-means selection weights, ranking parameters, and list verifications. Find parameters, rules, and structures for all 21 active programs in Odisha.
Program Comparison - Selection Process
| Scholarship Name | Selection Process Info | Annual Amount | Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| Post Matric Scholarship for SC Students (Odisha) | Direct sanctioning based on SC community status, family income <= ₹2.5 Lakhs, and certificate verification on the Odisha State Scholarship Portal. | ₹15,000 | 31 Dec 2025 |
| Post Matric Scholarship for ST Students (Odisha) | Direct sanctioning based on ST community status, family income <= ₹2.5 Lakhs, and certificate verification on the Odisha State Scholarship Portal. | ₹15,000 | 31 Dec 2025 |
| Post Matric Scholarship for OBC/SEBC Students (Odisha) | Based on category eligibility (OBC/SEBC), minimum academic performance of 50% marks in the last qualifying examination, and family annual income limit of up to ₹2.5 lakh. Verified by institutions and district welfare officers. | Amount Varies | 31 Dec 2025 |
| Pre Matric Scholarship for SC Students (Odisha) | Direct benefit to all eligible SC students studying in Class 9 or 10 in recognized schools, with annual family income up to ₹2,50,000. | ₹7,000 | 31 Jan 2026 |
| Pre Matric Scholarship for ST Students (Odisha) | Selected based on belonging to the Scheduled Tribe (ST) category, permanent residency in Odisha, studying in Class 9 or 10 in a government/government-recognized school, and having a family income of up to ₹2.5 Lakhs per annum. | ₹17,000 | 31 Jan 2026 |
| Pre Matric Scholarship for OBC/SEBC Students (Odisha) | 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. | ₹4,000 | 31 Jan 2026 |
| Pre Matric Scholarship for EBC Students (Odisha) | Merit-based selection for students from EBC 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. | ₹4,000 | 31 Jan 2026 |
| e-Medhabruti UG Merit Scholarship (Odisha) | Selection is based on merit (marks obtained in Class 12 CHSE Odisha or equivalent exam with a minimum of 55%) and family income criteria (annual parental income must not exceed ₹8,0,000). | ₹10,000 | 4 Nov 2025 |
| e-Medhabruti PG Merit Scholarship (Odisha) | Merit-based selection according to marks in undergraduate degree, with preference to lower family income in case of a tie. | ₹15,000 | 4 Nov 2025 |
| e-Medhabruti Technical & Professional Scholarship (Odisha) | Merit-based selection according to marks in Class 12 or equivalent qualifying exam, with annual family income up to ₹6.0 Lakh (or ₹8.0 Lakh). | ₹20,000 | 4 Nov 2025 |
| Sudakshya for Girls Child Scholarship (Odisha) | Selected based on being a girl student, permanent resident of Odisha, and enrolled in a Government ITI/ITC/Polytechnic course. Open to all categories (General, SC, ST, OBC, SEBC, EBC). | ₹18,000 | 21 Jan 2026 |
| Krishi Vidya Nidhi Yojana (Odisha) | Verified agriculture department verification of parent's CM-KISAN beneficiary status and student's merit-based admission in recognized professional/technical courses. | ₹10,000 | 30 Nov 2025 |
| Green Passage Scheme - Higher Education (Odisha) | 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. | Amount Varies | Check Portal |
| Green Passage Scheme - Technical Education (Odisha) | Selected based on orphan status (having lost both biological/adoptive parents or single breadwinner due to COVID-19). Must be domiciled in Odisha and have a guardian family income not exceeding ₹8 Lakhs per annum. | ₹100,000 | Check Portal |
| BOC Scholarship - Nirman Shramik Kalyan Yojana (Odisha) | Direct merit-cum-status verification of parent's registration with OB&OCWWB (minimum 1 year active membership). | ₹40,000 | 30 May 2025 |
| Gopabandhu Sikhya Sahayata Yojana (Odisha) | Based on annual family income (≤ ₹2,50,000) and belonging to designated vulnerable categories (HIV/AIDS, manual scavengers, transgender, orphans, shelter-less, single mothers, etc.). | ₹20,000 | Open Now |
| Shahid Madho Singh Haath Kharcha Yojana (Odisha) | Only for Scheduled Tribe (ST) students who are bonafide residents of Odisha. Student must have completed Class 8 and newly admitted to Class 9 in same academic year, OR completed Class 10 and newly admitted to Class 11 in same academic year. This is a ONE-TIME incentive given at time of first admission only - cannot apply again in subsequent years. Family annual income from all sources must not exceed ₹2,50,000. Student must be enrolled in regular full-time courses in government or government-aided high schools and higher secondary schools within Odisha state. Private school students are NOT eligible. Students already receiving other ST scholarships like Post-Matric ST remain eligible for this scheme as it can be combined. Selection based on eligibility verification - all eligible ST students who meet criteria will receive scholarship (not merit-based competition). Application window opens twice yearly - applications invited during July-August and December-January cycles. School Principal must validate application - individual student applications not accepted. | ₹5,000 | 31 Dec 2025 |
| Banishree Scholarship (Odisha) | Based on verification of benchmark disability (≥ 40% certified by medical board) and annual family income ≤ ₹60,000. | ₹8,400 | 31 Dec 2025 |
| Videsh Siksha Bruti - Foreign Education Scholarship (Odisha) | Only for Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) students who are bonafide residents of Odisha. Annual family income from all sources must not exceed ₹12,00,000 per year. Student must have secured confirmed admission to Postgraduate (PG) or PhD programme at a foreign university or institution. The foreign university MUST be ranked in Top 200 of QS World University Rankings - non-QS ranked or lower ranked universities not eligible. Only courses at Masters level or Doctoral level covered - Undergraduate Bachelor programmes not eligible under this scheme. Selection is merit-based and competitive - only 50 students selected per year across all disciplines. Preference given to students with strong academic records and admission to highly ranked universities. Applications invited twice per year: July-August cycle for admissions starting August-September globally, December-January cycle for admissions starting January-February globally. Students pursuing studies in any country eligible as long as university meets QS Top 200 criteria. FURTHER RESEARCH NEEDED on exact selection criteria weightage for different factors merit versus income versus university ranking. FURTHER RESEARCH NEEDED on whether scholarship amount is fixed ₹25 lakh or varies by country cost of living or course duration. | ₹2,500,000 | Open Now |
| Sudakshya Scheme for Girls (ITI/Polyechnic) | Incentive-based for girl students. | ₹18,000 | 31 Dec 2025 |
| Junior Merit Scholarship | Merit-based on Class 10 HSC marks (minimum 60%); school validation; merit list declaration in April (tentative); equal boys-girls ratio; disbursed via DBT in May | Amount Varies | Check Official Portal |
FAQs on Odisha Scholarship Selection Process
Where can I find the official Selection Process document for Odisha scholarships?
Official updates are released on the state portal. You can view direct links to these sources by clicking the individual scholarships listed above.
Are the details listed here verified for the 2026 academic year?
Yes, our editorial team audits all records in accordance with the latest government notifications. Always check the last verified dates on each scheme page.
Does this eligibility / criteria apply to all categories?
Rules vary between OBC, SC, ST, EWS, and General categories. Please click into specific scholarship detail pages to see caste-wise or class-wise breakups.
What if the portal shows different information?
Government portals are the final authority. We strive to sync updates weekly, but portal data always supersedes static indexes.
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