Gopabandhu Sikhya Sahayata Yojana (Odisha)
Government of Odisha · Odisha
| Scheme Name | Gopabandhu Sikhya Sahayata Yojana (Odisha) |
| Provided By | Government of Odisha |
| Eligibility Summary | Undergraduate (UG), Postgraduate (PG) · Odisha residents · Family income up to ₹2.5 Lakh/year |
About the Program
The Gopabandhu Sikhya Sahayata Yojana provides ₹20,000 per year to vulnerable and marginalized students in Odisha pursuing undergraduate and postgraduate courses in government-recognized institutions with family income below ₹2.5 lakh annually including HIV/AIDS affected families, homeless households, single mother families, orphans, transgender students, manual scavengers, bonded laborers, PVTGs, and girls rescued from child marriage.
Benefits & Financial Support
₹20k+
Eligible students receive an annual financial assistance of ₹20,000. The scholarship amount is disbursed annually and is limited to the normal duration of the course, continuing each year until the course is completed. The funds are transferred directly to the student's Aadhaar-seeded bank account through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT). Students must ensure their bank account details, including the account number and IFSC code, are accurately provided to avoid mis-credit or non-credit.
Annual financial assistance of ₹20,000 per student, Assistance provided for entire duration of UG/PG course, Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) to student's Aadhaar-linked bank account, Can be availed along with other scholarships simultaneously (unique feature), Covers both technical and non-technical courses, Available for professional and non-professional programs, No restriction on receiving multiple government scholarships, Supports students from 10 vulnerable categories, Aims to increase Gross Enrollment Ratio in higher education, Reduces dropout rates among marginalized communities
Eligibility Criteria & Income Limit
| Education Level | Undergraduate (UG), Postgraduate (PG) |
| Course / Stream | Relevant courses |
| Income Limit | Up to ₹2.5 Lakh/year |
| Category / Caste | All |
| Domicile State | Odisha |
Mandatory Documents Checklist
- ✓Aadhaar card
- ✓Recent passport size photograph
- ✓Income certificate from Tahasildar
- ✓Caste certificate if applicable
- ✓Residence certificate
- ✓Bank passbook with Aadhaar-linked account
- ✓Last qualifying exam marksheet and certificate
- ✓Admission letter or College ID card
- ✓Category-specific certificate (HIV/AIDS medical certificate, Homeless certificate from revenue authority, Single mother certificate from DSWO, Destitute certificate from Sarpanch/ULB, Manual scavenger certificate, PVTG certificate from DWO, Bonded labourer release certificate, Orphan certificate from DPO, Transgender certificate from National Portal, Child marriage rescue certificate from DSWO - as applicable)
Selection Process
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Candidates for the Gopabandhu Sikhya Sahayata Yojana are selected based on specific eligibility criteria, primarily focusing on their family's socio-economic background and residency
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Students must be permanent residents of Odisha and enrolled in a regular mode undergraduate or postgraduate course (Non-Technical/Technical/Professional) at a college, institute, or university recognized by the State Government within Odisha
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The annual household income from all sources should not exceed ₹2,50,000 per annum.
Renewal Policy
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The financial assistance is provided for the normal duration of the course and is renewed every year until the completion of the course
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Students can avail financial assistance under this scheme even if they are in receipt of financial assistance under other scholarship schemes.
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 Website of the State Scholarship Portal, Government of Odisha: `https://scholarship.odisha.gov.in/` * Click on "Registration". * Read the Instructions/Declaration carefully, select the checkbox, and click "I Agree". * Provide your Aadhaar Number, Mobile Number, Name, Gender, Date of Birth, and Email ID. Click "Register". * Your login details will be displayed on the confirmation page and sent to your registered Mobile Number and Email ID.
- 2Application
* Visit the Official Website and click "Login", then "Student Login". * Login using the credentials received (Email ID / Mobile Number). * Click on the "Schemes And Scholarship" section. You can optionally check your eligibility by clicking "View Eligibility" or proceed to "Online Application Module For Scholarship And Loan". * Select "Gopabandhu Sikhya Sahayata Yojana" from the dropdown menu. * Fill in all the mandatory fields and upload the required documents in the specified file type and size. * Required documents typically include: Passport-size photograph, Aadhaar Card, College ID Card, Resident Certificate, Income Certificate of the Parent/Guardian, Bank Passbook of the Student (with Name, Account No. & IFSC Code), and specific category certificates if applicable (e.g., HIV/AIDS medical certificate, homeless certificate, single mother certificate, etc.). * Submit the online application. * Take two printed hard copies of the online application along with relevant documents and submit them to the Principal/Head of the Institution for further processing/verification.
- 3Status Tracking
* Visit the official State Scholarship Portal: `https://scholarship.odisha.gov.in/`. * Log in to your student account using your registration ID and password. * Look for an option like "Track Application Status" or similar on your dashboard. * You will be able to view the current status of your application, including verification stages and the final outcome.
Common Questions (FAQs)
Can a student avail of the Gopabandhu Sikhya Sahayata Yojana if they are already receiving financial assistance under another scholarship scheme?
Yes, students are eligible to receive financial assistance under the Gopabandhu Sikhya Sahayata Yojana even if they are already benefiting from other scholarship schemes.
Is there an age limit to apply for the Gopabandhu Sikhya Sahayata Yojana?
No, there are no age-related criteria mentioned for applicants. Students from all age groups are welcome to apply if they meet other eligibility conditions.
Do I need to be studying in Odisha to apply for the Gopabandhu Sikhya Sahayata Yojana?
Yes, to apply for this scholarship, the student must be enrolled in a regular graduate or postgraduate course at a college, institute, or university recognized by the State Government and located within the state of Odisha.
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