Government Scholarship · Pre-Matric (Class 9-10)

Pre Matric Scholarship for SC Students (Odisha)

Q: What are the key eligibility criteria for the Pre-Matric Scholarship for SC students?

To be eligible, an applicant must be a regular, full-time student of Class 9 or 10, domiciled in Odisha, and belong to the Scheduled Caste (SC) community. The annual income of the parent(s)/guardian(s) from all sources must not exceed ₹2,50,000.

Q: How and when will the scholarship amount be disbursed?

The scholarship amount is paid once a year and is directly credited to the student's Aadhaar-seeded bank account. Payment is generally from April 1st or the month of admission (whichever is later) until the month examinations conclude, including maintenance during holidays.

Q: Is there a minimum marks requirement to apply for this scholarship, and can I receive other scholarships simultaneously?

There is no explicit minimum percentage marks requirement for this scholarship, but applicants must be regular students. Students cannot receive this scholarship if they are receiving another full scholarship for the same purpose from either the Central or State Government.

Government of Odisha · Odisha

Annual Award₹7k+

Deadline30 Nov

Scheme Name	Pre Matric Scholarship for SC Students (Odisha)
Provided By	Government of Odisha
Eligibility Summary	Class 11-12, Graduation, Engineering (< ₹8L Income)

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About the Program

The Pre Matric Scholarship for SC students in Odisha provides financial assistance covering school fees, books, uniform and maintenance allowance for students from Scheduled Caste families with income below ₹2.5 lakh studying in Class 9-10.

Benefits & Financial Support

₹7k+

The scholarship offers a consolidated academic allowance. For day scholars, the amount is ₹3,500 per annum, and for hostellers, it is ₹7,000 per annum. The payment is made once a year and is credited directly to the student's Aadhaar-seeded bank account; no cash payments are involved. The scholarship is payable from April 1st or from the month of admission (whichever is later) to the month in which the examinations are completed at the end of the academic year, including maintenance allowance during holidays. If a scholar secures admission after the 20th day of a month, the amount will be paid from the following month.

School fee reimbursement, Books and uniform support, Maintenance allowance, Admission and other compulsory fees, Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) to student bank account

Eligibility Criteria & Income Limit

Education Level	Pre-Matric (Class 9-10)
Course / Stream	Relevant courses
Income Limit	Up to ₹2.5 Lakh/year
Category / Caste	SC
Domicile State	Odisha

Mandatory Documents Checklist

✓Aadhaar card
✓Caste certificate
✓Income certificate
✓Last qualifying exam marksheet
✓Bank passbook front page
✓Domicile certificate
✓School bonafide certificate

Selection Process

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Candidates are selected based on the fulfillment of eligibility criteria, including caste category, family income, and academic performance
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The scholarship is awarded to those who meet the eligibility conditions and are regular, full-time students of Class 9 or 10 in a government or state/central board-recognized private school.

Renewal Policy

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The scholarship is granted for one academic year at a time
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Students must re-apply annually for renewal through the official portal
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A student will not receive the scholarship for repeating a class.

How to Apply Online

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

1
Registration
Visit the official Odisha State Scholarship Portal at scholarships.odisha.gov.in. New users should register, while old users can log in. Registration is Aadhaar-based; enter your Aadhaar number and proceed. One Aadhaar number is used for one account, and an OTP will be sent to the mobile number linked with your Aadhaar for authentication.
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Login and Scheme Selection
After successful registration/login, enter your User ID and Password. Select the relevant Department (ST & SC Development, Minorities & Backward Classes Welfare Department) and the 'Pre-Matric Scholarship for Class IX and X' scheme.
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Fill Application Details
Complete the application form with all required personal, academic, and bank details. Ensure accurate information as the scholarship is directly credited to your Aadhaar-seeded bank account.
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Upload Documents
Scan and upload necessary documents, which typically include: your passport-size photograph, a valid caste certificate (SC), income certificate of parent(s)/guardian(s) (annual income not exceeding ₹2,50,000), a copy of your Aadhaar card, a copy of your bank passbook (showing account number and IFSC code), and the marksheet of your last examination passed.
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Submission by School
For pre-matric scholarships, parents or guardians need to submit these documents at the student's school. The Head Master/Mistress will then apply on the student's behalf through the Odisha State Scholarship Portal.
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Track Status
To check your application status, navigate to the 'Know your Status' option on the homepage of scholarships.odisha.gov.in. Enter your Aadhaar card number or application number and validate with an OTP. Your application status will then be displayed on the student dashboard.

Common Questions (FAQs)

What are the key eligibility criteria for the Pre-Matric Scholarship for SC students?

To be eligible, an applicant must be a regular, full-time student of Class 9 or 10, domiciled in Odisha, and belong to the Scheduled Caste (SC) community. The annual income of the parent(s)/guardian(s) from all sources must not exceed ₹2,50,000.

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