State Government SchemeVerified for 2026

Pre Matric Scholarship for ST Students (Odisha) Income Limit 2026

Maximum Annual Family Income

₹2,50,000 per annum

Income Verification Rules

Applicants must submit a valid annual income certificate issued by a competent revenue officer (such as a Tahsildar, Revenue Inspector, or Sub-Divisional Magistrate).

  • The certificate must be in the name of the parent/legal guardian.
  • Income certificates issued by private employers or self-declarations on plain paper are not accepted.

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).