e-Medhabruti PG Merit Scholarship (Odisha)
Also known as: e-Medhabruti, Medhabruti, Medhavruti, Medhabrutti, Medhabriti, ମେଧାବୃତ୍ତି
Government of Odisha · Odisha
| Scheme Name | e-Medhabruti PG Merit Scholarship (Odisha) |
| Provided By | Government of Odisha |
| Eligibility Summary | Postgraduate (PG) · Odisha residents · Family income up to ₹8 Lakh/year |
About the Program
The e-Medhabruti PG Merit Scholarship provides ₹15,000 per year for 2 years to meritorious Odisha students pursuing postgraduate courses in Arts Commerce Science with minimum 55% marks in graduation and family income below ₹8 lakh annually.
Benefits & Financial Support
₹15k+
The e-Medhabruti PG Merit Scholarship provides ₹15,000 per annum for the entire duration of the postgraduate course, typically two years. The scholarship amount is disbursed annually through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) directly into the student's Aadhaar-seeded bank account, covering tuition and educational expenses.
Annual scholarship of ₹15,000 for 2 years, Total benefit ₹30,000 for complete PG course, Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) to student bank account, Covers tuition and educational expenses, Automatic renewal for second year after first year approval, No need to reapply for second year once approved
Eligibility Criteria & Income Limit
| Education Level | Postgraduate (PG) |
| Course / Stream | Relevant courses |
| Minimum Marks | 60% |
| Income Limit | Up to ₹8 Lakh/year |
| Category / Caste | General, SC, ST, OBC, SEBC, EBC |
| Domicile State | Odisha |
Mandatory Documents Checklist
- ✓Aadhaar card
- ✓Domicile certificate
- ✓Income certificate from Tahasildar
- ✓Class 10 marksheet
- ✓Undergraduate degree marksheet and certificate
- ✓Bank passbook front page with IFSC
- ✓College ID card or admission letter
- ✓Recent passport photo
- ✓Signature scan
Selection Process
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Candidates are selected based on their academic performance in the last qualifying examination (graduation) and their annual family income
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A district-wise merit list is prepared, ranking validated students by their overall percentage
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The selection process is executed in descending order of academic merit until the allocated scholarship quota is reached
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In case of tied marks, preference is given to students from families with lower annual income
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The application must be validated and authenticated online by the Principal of the concerned college/institute.
Renewal Policy
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Financial assistance under the e-Medhabruti Scholarship Scheme is automatically renewed each year for the entire duration of the course (typically two years for PG courses), within the same category
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This renewal is subject to the student continuing to meet the academic and other stipulated criteria
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The institute performs online validation/authentication before automatic renewal
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Students who have dropped out or completed their course are not eligible for renewal
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There is no need to reapply for the second year once approved.
How to Apply Online
Applications are submitted online via Form-only. Complete eKYC, upload scanned documents, and submit before the closing date.
- 1Registration
* Visit the official Odisha State Scholarship Portal: scholarship.odisha.gov.in. * Click on the 'Registration' link (if you are a new user). * Register using your Aadhaar number, mobile number, and email ID. * Verify your identity with the One-Time Password (OTP) sent to your Aadhaar-linked mobile number. * Set your unique password to create your Student Unique ID. **
- 2Application
* If already registered, log in to the portal using your Aadhaar number/User ID and password. * Navigate to the respective scholarship tab and select 'e-Medhabruti – PG Merit' from the available schemes under the Higher Education Department. * Fill in all mandatory details in the application form, including personal, academic, and bank account information. * Upload scanned copies of the required documents. These typically include: Aadhaar card, Domicile certificate, Income certificate (from Tahasildar/Addl. Tahasildar), Undergraduate degree marksheet and certificate, Bank passbook front page with IFSC, College ID card or admission letter, Recent passport photo, and Signature scan. * Review all the entered information and uploaded documents carefully, then submit the application form. * Take a printout of the submitted application for your records. **
- 3Institutional Validation
* The Principal/Head of your educational institution will validate your application online through the portal. **
- 4Status Tracking
* You can track the status of your application online on the official portal by entering your Aadhaar Number or Application Number on the 'Know Your Status' page. * The status will display current milestones such as 'Pending at Institute', 'Pending at Department', 'Approved/Sanctioned', or 'Disbursed (Success)'.
Common Questions (FAQs)
What is the maximum annual family income limit to be eligible for the e-Medhabruti PG Merit Scholarship for the 2026-27 academic year?
The annual family income of the applicant's parents from all sources must not exceed ₹8,00,000 (Rupees Eight Lakh) to be eligible for the e-Medhabruti PG Merit Scholarship.
Can I apply for the e-Medhabruti PG Merit Scholarship in my second year of postgraduate studies?
No, students must apply for the e-Medhabruti PG Merit Scholarship in the first year of their postgraduate degree course.
How is the scholarship amount disbursed to selected students?
The scholarship amount is disbursed through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) directly into the student's Aadhaar-seeded bank account. Students must hold an active bank account in their own name with any nationalized bank that offers Electronic Clearing System (ECS) or Core Banking facilities.
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