e-Medhabruti Technical & Professional Scholarship (Odisha)
Also known as: e-Medhabruti, Medhabruti, Medhavruti, Medhabrutti, Medhabriti, ମେଧାବୃତ୍ତି
Government of Odisha · Odisha
| Scheme Name | e-Medhabruti Technical & Professional Scholarship (Odisha) |
| Provided By | Government of Odisha |
| Eligibility Summary | Undergraduate (UG), Postgraduate (PG), Diploma/Polytechnic · Odisha residents · Family income up to ₹8 Lakh/year |
About the Program
The e-Medhabruti Technical & Professional Scholarship provides ₹20,000 per year to meritorious Odisha students pursuing technical and professional courses like Engineering Medical MBA recognized by AICTE MCI UGC with minimum 55% marks and family income below ₹8 lakh annually.
Benefits & Financial Support
₹20k+
The e-Medhabruti Technical & Professional Scholarship provides financial assistance of ₹20,000 per annum for the entire duration of the course. The scholarship amount is disbursed annually directly to the student's Aadhaar-seeded bank account through the Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) or Aadhaar Payment Bridge System (APBS). It is mandatory for the student's bank account to be linked with their Aadhaar for successful payment processing. The scholarship can be availed once per academic year.
Annual scholarship of ₹20,000 for complete course duration, Highest amount among e-Medhabruti categories, Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) to student bank account, Covers tuition and educational expenses, Supports courses like Engineering MBBS BDS Pharmacy Architecture MBA MCA Law, Automatic renewal for course duration after first year approval
Eligibility Criteria & Income Limit
| Education Level | Undergraduate (UG), Postgraduate (PG), Diploma/Polytechnic |
| Course / Stream | Relevant courses |
| Minimum Marks | 55% |
| 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
- ✓Class 12 marksheet or graduation marksheet
- ✓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 merit, specifically the aggregate percentage of marks obtained in their last qualifying examination
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A merit list is prepared category-wise, district-wise, and block-wise, with selection proceeding in descending order of academic merit until the allocated scholarship quota is reached
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In case of a tie in marks, the student with a lower annual parental income is given preference
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The student's application must also be validated online by the Principal/Head of their concerned college/institute.
Renewal Policy
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The scholarship is automatically renewed annually for the duration of the course, provided the recipient continues to meet the academic and other stipulated criteria
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The renewal process typically involves online validation by the educational institution to confirm the student's continued enrollment in subsequent academic years
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Students who have dropped out or completed their course are not eligible for scholarship renewal
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Automatic renewal for the course duration is provided after the first year's approval.
How to Apply Online
Applications are submitted online via Form-only. Complete eKYC, upload scanned documents, and submit before the closing date.
- 1Visit the Official Portal
Go to the Odisha State Scholarship Portal: `scholarship.odisha.gov.in`. **
- 2Registration (for New Users)
If you are a new user, click on the 'Registration' link. You will need to register using your Aadhaar number, mobile number, and email ID. An OTP will be sent to your Aadhaar-linked mobile number for verification. **
- 3Login
After successful registration, log in to the portal using your User ID and Password. **
- 4Select Scheme
On the dashboard, navigate to the 'Schemes' section and select the 'e-Medhabruti Technical & Professional Scholarship' option. **
- 5Fill Application Form
Provide all required personal, academic, and bank details accurately in the online application form. **
- 6Upload Documents
Upload scanned copies of the mandatory documents. These typically include: * Student's Aadhaar card * Domicile certificate issued by a competent authority (Tahasildar/Addl. Tahasildar) * Family income certificate issued by a Revenue Officer (not below the rank of Tahasildar/Addl. Tahasildar), with annual family income not exceeding ₹8,00,000 * Mark sheet and certificate of the last qualifying examination (+2/Class 12 for UG Merit or Graduation for PG Merit) with minimum 55% marks for Technical & Professional courses * First page of the student's bank passbook showing the account number and IFSC code * College/Institute ID card (or a Letter of Undertaking if unavailable) **
- 7Submit Application
Review all entered information and uploaded documents. Once satisfied, click on the 'Submit' button to complete the online application process. **
- 8Print and Submit Hard Copy
Take a printout of the submitted online application form along with all relevant documents. Submit these hard copies to the Principal/Head of your educational institution for further online validation and processing. **
- 9Track Status
To check your application status, visit the official portal and log in. Go to the 'Know Your Status' or 'Application Status' section and enter your Aadhaar Number or Application Number. You can monitor the progress of your application from submission to approval and disbursement.
Common Questions (FAQs)
Can students enrolled in distance learning courses or already receiving other scholarships apply?
No, students pursuing education through open universities or distance learning/correspondence courses are not eligible for this scholarship. Additionally, students who are already receiving scholarships under any other state or central government schemes are ineligible.
How is the scholarship amount disbursed, and what are the bank account requirements?
The scholarship amount is disbursed annually directly to the student's Aadhaar-seeded bank account through the Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) or Aadhaar Payment Bridge System (APBS). It is mandatory for your bank account to be linked with your Aadhaar for the payment to be successfully processed.
What happens if my college/institution does not validate my application form?
After submitting your online application, you must take a printout and submit hard copies along with relevant documents to your Principal/Head of the educational institution for online validation. The application must be validated online by the institution for further processing and approval.
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