Bihar Student Credit Card / Education Support Scheme Selection Process 2026
How Candidates are Selected
Online application verification at DRCC, document check, institution confirmation, loan sanction by participating banks; government guarantee on repayment.
Verification Flow
Institute Nodal Officer Verification
Your college/school checks your bonafide status, fees paid, and marks cards against the database.
District Welfare Officer / State Board Sanction
The state/central department approves the budget release for verified records based on category quotas.
Fund Disbursement via DBT
The bank issues direct fund credits to Aadhaar-seeded accounts using treasury payment systems.
FAQs for Bihar Student Credit Card / Education Support Scheme
Q.What is the interest rate?
0% interest for all students as per 2025 update.
Q.Who is eligible?
Bihar residents under 25 years, passed 12th, enrolled in recognized higher education courses.
Q.Can I buy a laptop?
Yes, loan covers books, laptop, tuition, hostel fees.
Q.When does repayment start?
After course completion and securing a job; up to 7-10 years tenure.
Q.Is there income limit?
Not specified, but targets economically weaker students.