State Government ScholarshipVerified for 2026

Post Matric Scholarship for OBC/SEBC Students (Odisha)

Government of Odisha
Odisha
Deadline: 31 Dec 2025

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

Total scholarship amount
₹13k+

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

Income LimitUp to ₹2.5 Lakh/year
Applicable CategoryOBC, SEBC

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

Aadhaar card
Caste certificate
Income certificate
Last qualifying exam marksheet
Bank passbook front page
Domicile certificate
Admission letter
Bonafide certificate

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

Provider TypeState Government
Education LevelPost-Matric (Class 11-12), Undergraduate (UG), Postgraduate (PG), Diploma/Polytechnic
Application ModeForm-only
State/RegionOdisha
Income Limit₹2.5L/yr
Last Verified2025

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

Help & Contact Support

Official Support

HelplineCheck scholarship.odisha.gov.in for helpline

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At a Glance

StatusActive - 2025
Last Verified1/1/2026
Apply ModeForm-only

Official Help

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