Post Matric Scholarship for OBC/SEBC Students (Odisha)
About the Program
The Post Matric Scholarship for OBC/SEBC students in Odisha provides financial assistance covering tuition fees plus monthly maintenance allowance for students from Other Backward Classes families with income below ₹2.5 lakh who scored minimum 50% marks pursuing post-matriculation education.
Benefits & Financial Support
Direct financial assistance for tuition and living expenses.
Inclusions
Tuition fee reimbursement, Admission fee coverage, Library and sports fee, Monthly maintenance allowance ₹350 for day scholars or ₹750 for hostellers, Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) to student bank account
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
Post-Matric (Class 11-12), Undergraduate (UG), Postgraduate (PG), Diploma/Polytechnic
Must be enrolled in Class 11, Class 12, Diploma, ITI, Undergraduate, Postgraduate, Technical, Professional. Minimum 50% marks required in previous exam.
Financial & Category
Selection Process
Merit-based selection for students from OBC/SEBC category with minimum 50% marks in last exam and family income below ₹2.5 lakh
Students already receiving other state/central scholarships covering full tuition are ineligible
Institute and district-level verification required.
Renewal Policy
Yes
Application Process
1. Visit scholarship.odisha.gov.in, 2. Click Student Login or Register with Aadhaar, 3. Select OBC/SEBC category and fill application form, 4. Upload required documents in PDF format (max 500 KB each), 5. Submit application before December 31, 6. Track status through portal using login credentials
Documents Required
Important Dates
Application Deadline
31 December 2025
Dates are subject to change as per the provider's official notification. Applicants are encouraged to apply well before the closing date.
Scholarship Quick Facts
Common Questions (FAQs)
Q.What is the income limit for OBC/SEBC students?
Family income must not exceed ₹2.5 lakh per year from all sources
Q.What is the maintenance allowance amount?
Day scholars receive ₹350 per month and hostellers receive ₹750 per month
Q.Is minimum marks percentage required?
Yes, must have secured at least 50% marks in last qualifying examination
Q.Can I apply if studying outside Odisha?
Yes, Odisha domicile students studying outside the state are eligible
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