State SchemeVerified for 2026
Bihar Post-Matric Scholarship for ST Students Selection Process 2026
How Candidates are Selected
Based on ST community status, Bihar residency, and family income limit <= ₹2.5 Lakhs per annum.
Verification Flow
1
Institute Nodal Officer Verification
Your college/school checks your bonafide status, fees paid, and marks cards against the database.
2
District Welfare Officer / State Board Sanction
The state/central department approves the budget release for verified records based on category quotas.
3
Fund Disbursement via DBT
The bank issues direct fund credits to Aadhaar-seeded accounts using treasury payment systems.
FAQs for Bihar Post-Matric Scholarship for ST Students
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.
Supporting Guides
Official Support
WebsiteOfficial Portal
Helpline1800 345 6345, pmsbiharhelp@gmail.com