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E-Grantz Kerala

Backward Classes Development Department, Government of Kerala
Kerala
Deadline: 30 Nov 2026

About the Program

Complete guide to E-Grantz Kerala. Learn about OBC income limits, SC/ST fee concessions, and E-Grantz 3.0 portal registration guidelines.

Benefits & Financial Support

Total scholarship amount
Scholarship amounts vary by category, course level (Pre-matric/Post-matric), and residence distance. For OBC +2 students, the minimum is ₹160 annually. SC students receive ₹630 (college within 8 km) or ₹750 (above 8 km), and ₹1,500 for professional course students living independently. All payments are disbursed via Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) directly to Aadhaar-seeded bank accounts, with no physical stipend distribution.

Scholarship amounts vary by category, course level (Pre-matric/Post-matric), and residence distance. For OBC +2 students, the minimum is ₹160 annually. SC students receive ₹630 (college within 8 km) or ₹750 (above 8 km), and ₹1,500 for professional course students living independently. All payments are disbursed via Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) directly to Aadhaar-seeded bank accounts, with no physical stipend distribution.

Inclusions

  • 100% tuition and exam fee coverage (for SC, ST, OEC).

  • Monthly pocket money / stipend up to ₹1,500 based on course.

Important Note

Requires digital caste certificate.

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

Undergraduate, Postgraduate, Diploma, ITI

Must be enrolled in All Streams.

Financial & Category

Income LimitUp to ₹1.0 Lakh/year
Applicable CategorySC, ST, OBC

Selection Process

  • Candidates are selected based on eligibility criteria including community (SC/ST/OBC/OEC), admission under merit/reservation quota, and course level (Post-matric)

  • Fresh applicants must complete One-Time Registration (OTR) on the National Scholarship Portal (scholarships.gov.in) and submit a hard copy of the application form with required documents (Caste Certificate, Income Certificate, Aadhaar, Marklists, Aadhaar-seeded Bank Passbook) at the institutional Scholarship counter

  • Renewal is for existing beneficiaries who maintained attendance and academic progress.

Renewal Policy

  • Renewal is available for existing beneficiaries from the academic year 2025-26

  • Candidates must maintain at least 75% monthly attendance and pass their previous year's examination

  • The process involves logging into the E-Grantz 3.0 portal, selecting 'Renewal' under the applicable scheme, updating any changed details, and submitting required documents

  • Fresh applications for 2025-26 are open until November 30, 2026.

Application Process

  • 1
    Complete One-Time Registration (OTR)

    Visit https://scholarships.gov.in and complete OTR with Aadhaar and basic details. **

  • 2
    Register on E-Grantz 3.0

    Go to https://egrantz.kerala.gov.in/, click 'One-Time Registration', enter Aadhaar number and name, validate Aadhaar, fill additional data, and click 'Register'. **

  • 3
    Login & Profile Completion

    Log in with your credentials, fill your complete profile (course, institution, bank details), and save. **

  • 4
    Apply for Scholarship

    Click 'Apply for Scholarships', select the relevant scheme (e.g., Post-matric Scholarship for OBC/SC/ST), choose your program, fill the form, upload documents (Caste Certificate, Income Certificate, Aadhaar, Marklists, Bank Passbook), and submit. **

  • 5
    Submit Hard Copy

    Print the application form and submit it with all required hard-copy documents at your institution's Scholarship counter. **

  • 6
    Track Status

    Click 'Track Application', enter Aadhaar number and Date of Birth to view application status, remarks, and disbursement details.

Documents Required

* Integrated Caste Certificate
* Income Certificate (< ₹1 Lakh for OBC)
* College Bonafide and approved fee details
* Aadhaar Card & Bank account details

Important Dates

Application Deadline

30 November 2026

Applications close in late November.

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

Provider TypeGovernment
Education LevelUndergraduate, Postgraduate, Diploma, ITI
Application ModeOnline
State/RegionKerala
Income Limit₹1.0L/yr
Last Verified2026

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Common Questions (FAQs)

Q. What is the income limit for OBC students applying for E-Grantz Kerala?

The annual family income for OBC students must not exceed ₹1 Lakh. There is no income limit for SC, ST, and OEC (Other Eligible Communities) students.

Q. Do I need to submit a physical copy of my application after online submission?

Yes. After submitting the online application on the E-Grantz portal, you must print the form and submit it along with hard copies of all required documents (Caste Certificate, Income Certificate, Aadhaar, Marklists, Bank Passbook) at the Scholarship counter in your institution.

Q. How is the scholarship amount disbursed, and do I need an Aadhaar-seeded bank account?

The scholarship is disbursed via Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) directly into your Aadhaar-seeded bank account. You must submit a copy of your Aadhaar-seeded bank passbook; without this, the amount will not be credited.

Help & Contact Support

Official Support

Helpline: 0471-2303706, egrantz3.0support@kerala.gov.in, egrantzhelp@kerala.gov.in, 0471-2306580

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Helpline0471-2303706, egrantz3.0support@kerala.gov.in, egrantzhelp@kerala.gov.in, 0471-2306580