State Government SchemeVerified for 2026
Pre Matric Scholarship for ST Students (Odisha) Documents Required 2026
Required Documents Checklist
- Aadhaar card
- Caste certificate
- Income certificate
- Last qualifying exam marksheet
- Bank passbook front page
- Domicile certificate
- School bonafide certificate
DBT Bank Seeding Warning
Your primary bank account must be active, seeded with your Aadhaar card, and mapped on the NPCI mapper. The government disbursements are made exclusively via Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).
FAQs for Pre Matric Scholarship for ST Students (Odisha)
Q.Which classes are covered under the Odisha Pre-Matric Scholarship for ST students?
This scholarship is specifically for ST students studying in Class 9 and Class 10.
Q.What is the family income limit for the scholarship?
The annual family income of the parents/guardians must not exceed ₹2,50,000 (₹2.5 Lakhs) from all sources.
Q.What are the scholarship rates for hostel boarders?
Following the recent revision, male boarders receive ₹16,000 per annum, and female boarders receive ₹17,000 per annum (calculated for 10 months).
Supporting Guides
Official Support
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