Government Scholarship · Undergraduate (UG)

e-Medhabruti UG Merit Scholarship (Odisha)

Q: What is the annual scholarship amount for the e-Medhabruti UG Merit Scholarship for the academic year 2025-26/2026-27?

For the e-Medhabruti UG Merit Scholarship, eligible students receive ₹10,000 per year. For a typical 3-year undergraduate course, the total scholarship amount will be ₹30,000.

Q: How is the scholarship amount disbursed to selected students?

The scholarship amount is directly credited to the student's bank account through the Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) system. It is essential for students to have an active bank account in their own name, which is Aadhaar-seeded, with any nationalized bank that offers Electronic Clearing System (ECS) or Core Banking facilities.

Q: What are the conditions for renewing the e-Medhabruti UG Merit Scholarship annually?

The scholarship is automatically renewed on an annual basis for the entire duration of the course, provided the student continues to meet the prescribed eligibility criteria. The educational institution will conduct an online validation and authentication process to confirm the student's continued enrollment in subsequent academic years before the scholarship is renewed. Students who drop out or complete their course are not eligible for renewal.

Government of Odisha · Odisha

Annual Award₹10k+

Deadline30 Nov

Scheme Name	e-Medhabruti UG Merit Scholarship (Odisha)
Provided By	Government of Odisha
Eligibility Summary	Class 11-12, Graduation, Engineering (< ₹8L Income)

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About the Program

The e-Medhabruti UG Merit Scholarship provides ₹10,000 per year for 3 years to meritorious Odisha students pursuing undergraduate degree courses with minimum 55% marks in Class 12 and family income below ₹8 lakh annually.

Benefits & Financial Support

₹10k+

For the e-Medhabruti UG Merit Scholarship, eligible students receive an annual amount of ₹10,000. The total scholarship for a 3-year undergraduate course amounts to ₹30,000. For other categories within the e-Medhabruti scheme, such as PG Merit and Technical & Professional Merit, the annual amounts can go up to ₹15,000 and ₹20,000 respectively. The scholarship amount is directly disbursed to the student's Aadhaar-seeded bank account through the Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) system, ensuring efficient and transparent payment.

Annual scholarship of ₹10,000 for 3 years, Total benefit ₹30,000 for complete UG course, Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) to student bank account, Covers tuition and educational expenses, Automatic renewal for course duration after first year approval, No need to reapply annually once approved

Eligibility Criteria & Income Limit

Education Level	Undergraduate (UG)
Course / Stream	Relevant courses
Minimum Marks	70%
Income Limit	Up to ₹8.0 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
✓Bank passbook front page with IFSC
✓College ID card or admission letter
✓Recent passport photo
✓Signature scan

Selection Process

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Candidates for the e-Medhabruti UG Merit Scholarship are selected based on their academic merit, specifically the aggregate percentage of marks obtained in the last qualifying examination, and their annual family income
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The application forms are evaluated, and eligible candidates are shortlisted by the authorities
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The selection process is typically executed in a descending order of academic merit, considering district-wise and block-wise quotas until the allocated number of scholarships is reached
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A crucial step in the selection process is the online validation and authentication of the student's record by the Principal of their concerned college or institute
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In the event of a tie in academic marks, students with a lower annual household income are given preference
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The annual parental income must not exceed ₹8,00,000.

Renewal Policy

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Once awarded, the e-Medhabruti UG Merit Scholarship is automatically renewed on an annual basis for the entire duration of the course
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This renewal is facilitated by transferring the scholarship information to the educational institution for online validation of the student's continued enrollment in subsequent years
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Students who have dropped out or completed their course are not eligible for scholarship renewal.

How to Apply Online

Applications are submitted online via Form-only. Complete eKYC, upload scanned documents, and submit before the closing date.

1
Visit the Official Portal
Go to the official Odisha State Scholarship Portal at `https://scholarship.odisha.gov.in`.
2
Registration (New Users)
If you are a new user, click on the "Registration" link. Carefully read the instructions and declaration, then tick the terms and conditions checkbox and click "I Agree".
3
Enter Details for Registration
Provide your Aadhaar Number and Mobile Number. Fill in all mandatory fields such as your Name, Gender, Date of Birth, and Email ID. Click the "Register" button.
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Receive Credentials
After successful registration, you will receive a User ID and password on your registered mobile number or email address.
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Login to the Portal
Use your User ID and password to log in to the State Scholarship Portal.
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Select Scholarship Scheme
Navigate to the "Schemes" section or the relevant scholarship tab and select the "e-Medhabruti UG Merit Scholarship".
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Fill Application Form
Complete the application form by accurately providing all required details, including personal, academic, eligibility, and bank information. Ensure your bank account is Aadhaar-seeded to facilitate Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).
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Upload Documents
Upload scanned copies of all necessary documents, which typically include your Aadhaar card, Domicile certificate, Income certificate, Marksheet/certificate of the last qualifying examination, the first page of your bank passbook (showing account number and IFSC code), and your college ID card.
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Review and Submit
Click "Save as draft" to save your progress or "Next" to proceed. Review the preview of your completed application form carefully. Once satisfied, click the "Submit" button to finalize your application.
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Print Application
Download and take a printout of the submitted application form for your records.
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Track Application Status
To check the status of your application, visit `https://scholarship.odisha.gov.in`, go to the "Know Your Status" page, and enter your Aadhaar Number or Application Number, followed by an OTP verification.

Common Questions (FAQs)

What is the annual scholarship amount for the e-Medhabruti UG Merit Scholarship for the academic year 2025-26/2026-27?

For the e-Medhabruti UG Merit Scholarship, eligible students receive ₹10,000 per year. For a typical 3-year undergraduate course, the total scholarship amount will be ₹30,000.

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