E-Grantz Kerala
Backward Classes Development Department, Government of Kerala · Kerala
| Scheme Name | E-Grantz Kerala |
| Provided By | Backward Classes Development Department, Government of Kerala |
| Eligibility Summary | Class 11-12, Graduation, Engineering (< ₹8L Income) |
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
₹18k+
Scholarship amounts vary by category, course level, and residence. Monthly stipends range from ₹100 to ₹1500. Payments are disbursed via Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) directly to Aadhaar-seeded bank accounts. Tuition fee reimbursement is also provided for eligible students.
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100% tuition and exam fee coverage (for SC, ST, OEC).
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Monthly pocket money / stipend up to ₹1,500 based on course.
Note: Requires digital caste certificate.
Eligibility Criteria & Income Limit
| Education Level | Undergraduate, Postgraduate, Diploma, ITI |
| Course / Stream | All Streams |
| Income Limit | Up to ₹1.0 Lakh/year |
| Category / Caste | SC, ST, OBC |
| Domicile State | Kerala |
Mandatory Documents Checklist
- ✓* Integrated Caste Certificate
- ✓* Income Certificate (< ₹1 Lakh for OBC)
- ✓* College Bonafide and approved fee details
- ✓* Aadhaar Card & Bank account details
Selection Process
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Candidates are selected based on eligibility criteria including community (SC/ST/OBC/OEC), admission under merit/reservation quota, and course level (Post-matric)
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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
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Renewal is for existing beneficiaries who maintained attendance and academic progress.
Renewal Policy
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Renewal is available for existing beneficiaries from the academic year 2025-26
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Candidates must maintain at least 75% monthly attendance and pass their previous year's examination
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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
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Fresh applications for 2025-26 are open until November 30, 2026.
How to Apply Online
Applications are submitted online via Online. Complete eKYC, upload scanned documents, and submit before the closing date.
- 1Complete One-Time Registration (OTR)
Visit https://scholarships.gov.in and complete OTR with Aadhaar and basic details. **
- 2Register 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'. **
- 3Login & Profile Completion
Log in with your credentials, fill your complete profile (course, institution, bank details), and save. **
- 4Apply 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. **
- 5Submit Hard Copy
Print the application form and submit it with all required hard-copy documents at your institution's Scholarship counter. **
- 6Track Status
Click 'Track Application', enter Aadhaar number and Date of Birth to view application status, remarks, and disbursement details.
Common Questions (FAQs)
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.
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.
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.
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