State Government SchemeVerified for 2026
Gopabandhu Sikhya Sahayata Yojana (Odisha) Renewal Process 2026
Renewal Guidelines & Conditions
Renewed annually for the course duration, subject to continued enrollment and verification by the Head of the Institution. No backlogs are generally allowed.
Key Renewal Prerequisites
- Must pass the previous annual/semester examination in the first attempt.
- No active backlogs or ATKT are permitted in most professional programs.
- Must maintain regular class attendance (typically 75% or higher) validated by the college.
FAQs for Gopabandhu Sikhya Sahayata Yojana (Odisha)
Q.What is the Gopabandhu Sikhya Sahayata Yojana and who provides it?
It is a financial assistance scheme provided by the Higher Education Department, Government of Odisha, offering ₹20,000 per year to underprivileged students pursuing graduate or postgraduate courses.
Q.What is the family income limit and who belongs to the target group?
The annual family income must not exceed ₹2.5 Lakh. The applicant must belong to designated vulnerable categories like HIV/AIDS affected families, manual scavengers, transgender, orphans, single mothers, etc.
Q.Is this scholarship applicable to technical and professional courses?
Yes, students enrolled in regular graduate or postgraduate programs, including technical, professional, and non-professional streams, are eligible to apply.
Supporting Guides
Official Support
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Helpline0674-2396550, scholarshiphedgov@gmail.com