Bihar Post-Matric Scholarship for ST Students
About the Program
Detailed guide to the Bihar Post-Matric Scholarship for ST students. Learn about income limits, required documents, and online registration.
Benefits & Financial Support
Covers 100% compulsory tuition fees in government/aided colleges and provides maintenance allowances up to ₹1,200 per month for ST students.
Inclusions
* Tuition fee reimbursement as per government approved structures. * Monthly maintenance allowance of ₹250 to ₹1,200 (DBT).
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
Undergraduate, Postgraduate, Diploma, ITI
Must be enrolled in All Streams. Minimum 33% marks required in previous exam.
Financial & Category
Important Note
Requires digital ST caste certificate.
Selection Process
Based on ST community status, Bihar residency, and family income limit <= ₹2.5 Lakhs per annum.
Renewal Policy
Required each academic year through the PMS portal, uploading college promotion certificate.
Application Process
- 1
### Step-by-Step Application Guide
- 2**Access Portal
** Open the Bihar PMS portal at [pmsonline.bih.nic.in](https://pmsonline.bih.nic.in).
- 3**Register Profile
** Complete student registration using Aadhaar verification.
- 4**Institutional verification
** Select your college and course. Verify that your college is registered on the portal.
- 5**Attach Certificates
** Upload scanned copies of ST Caste, Income (< ₹2.5 Lakhs), and fee bonafide.
- 6**Final Submit
** Finalize the application and print the slip.
Documents Required
Important Dates
Application Deadline
31 October 2026
Applications typically open in July and close by late October.
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.What is the family income limit for ST students?
The annual family income must not exceed ₹2.5 Lakhs.
Q.Can ST students pursuing courses outside Bihar apply?
Yes, ST students pursuing courses in recognized institutions outside Bihar can apply under specific guidelines.
Q.Is this scholarship paid via DBT?
Yes, both maintenance allowance and tuition fees are credited to the student's active Aadhaar-linked bank account.
Help & Contact Support
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Need Application Help?
If you have trouble applying, you can check your eligibility or browse our step-by-step application guides.
Legal Disclaimer
IndiaScholarships.in attempts to provide accurate information manually curated from official sources. However, scholarship details, timelines, and eligibility can change without notice as per the provider's discretion. Applying for a scholarship does not guarantee selection. Always verify all information on the official Scheduled Castes & Scheduled Tribes Welfare Department, Government of Bihar website before final submission.
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