Shahid Madho Singh Haath Kharcha Yojana (Odisha)
Government of Odisha · Odisha
| Scheme Name | Shahid Madho Singh Haath Kharcha Yojana (Odisha) |
| Provided By | Government of Odisha |
| Eligibility Summary | Class 11-12, Graduation, Engineering (< ₹8L Income) |
About the Program
The Shahid Madho Singh Haath Kharcha Yojana provides one-time financial incentive of ₹5,000 to Scheduled Tribe students in Odisha joining Class 9 after completing Class 8 or joining Class 11 after completing Class 10 in government and government-aided schools with family income below ₹2.5 lakh annually to reduce dropout rates and encourage ST students to continue their secondary and higher secondary education without financial barriers.
Benefits & Financial Support
₹5k+
The Shahid Madho Singh Haath Kharcha Yojana provides a one-time financial incentive of ₹5,000 to eligible Scheduled Tribe (ST) students. This amount is disbursed once upon enrollment in Class 9 and again upon enrollment in Class 11. The financial assistance is directly transferred to the student's Aadhaar-linked bank account through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) mode.
One-time financial assistance of ₹5,000 at time of admission into Class 9 or Class 11, Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) to student's Aadhaar-linked bank account after school verification, Aims to reduce dropout rate among ST students after Class 8 and Class 10, Can be availed along with other scholarship schemes including Post-Matric ST scholarship, Targeted towards 3 lakh ST students across Odisha, Named after tribal freedom fighter Shaheed Madho Singh, Scheme launched on martyrdom day (December 31, 2024) of Shaheed Madho Singh, Covers both boys and girls from ST community, Benefits available for students in government and government-aided schools only, Payment made after Principal/Head of Institution recommendation and verification
Eligibility Criteria & Income Limit
| Education Level | School (9-10), School (11-12) |
| Course / Stream | Relevant courses |
| Income Limit | Up to ₹2.5 Lakh/year |
| Category / Caste | ST |
| Domicile State | Odisha |
Mandatory Documents Checklist
- ✓Aadhaar card
- ✓ST Caste certificate issued by competent authority
- ✓Income certificate from Tahasildar (family income from all sources)
- ✓Previous year marksheet (Class 8 for Class 9 admission
- ✓Class 10 for Class 11 admission)
- ✓Admission letter or School enrollment certificate
- ✓Bank passbook with Aadhaar-linked account
- ✓Recent passport size photograph
Selection Process
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Candidates are selected based on their fulfillment of the eligibility criteria
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The applications are processed and verified by the Head Master/Principal of the concerned government or government-aided school
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Once verified and sanctioned by the school authorities, the application is forwarded to the relevant department for payment
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For Class 11 students, the admission database of ST students is sometimes fetched from the SAMS database and auto-populated, simplifying the process.
Renewal Policy
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The Shahid Madho Singh Haath Kharcha Yojana is a one-time incentive provided upon enrollment in Class 9 and again upon enrollment in Class 11
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It is not an annually renewable scholarship
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The benefit can be availed in addition to any other scholarships the student is entitled to.
How to Apply Online
Applications are submitted online via Form-only. Complete eKYC, upload scanned documents, and submit before the closing date.
- 1Visit the OSSP Portal
Go to the official Odisha State Scholarship Portal at www.scholarships.odisha.gov.in.
- 2School's Role
The Head Master, Head Mistress, or Principal of the student's government or government-aided school is responsible for forwarding eligible students' applications through their login on the portal.
- 3Student Details Entry
School authorities will enter student details, including the Aadhaar number and educational information.
- 4Document Upload
Mandatory documents such as the student's caste certificate, income certificate of the parent/guardian, and a copy of the student's bank passbook (showing account details) will be uploaded by the Principal. A copy of the student's Aadhaar card is also required.
- 5Application Submission
After verifying all details and documents, the Principal will submit the application on behalf of the eligible student. Status Tracking Guide:
- 6Visit the OSSP Portal
Go to scholarship.odisha.gov.in.
- 7Navigate to 'Know Your Status'
Look for the 'Know Your Status' page or option on the portal.
- 8Enter Details
Enter your Aadhaar Number or Application Number.
- 9OTP Verification
Complete the OTP (One Time Password) step, which is sent to the mobile number linked with your Aadhaar.
- 10View Status
Your application status will then be displayed on the screen. The application typically moves from the institution to the department for processing.
Common Questions (FAQs)
What are the key eligibility criteria for the Shahid Madho Singh Haath Kharcha Yojana?
To be eligible, an applicant must be a permanent resident of Odisha, belong to the Scheduled Tribe (ST) community, be pursuing studies in Class 9 or 11 at a government or government-aided school in Odisha, and have an annual family income not exceeding ₹2,50,000 from all sources.
Is the Shahid Madho Singh Haath Kharcha Yojana a recurring annual scholarship?
No, the Shahid Madho Singh Haath Kharcha Yojana is not a recurring annual scholarship. It provides a one-time financial incentive of ₹5,000. This incentive is disbursed once when a student enrolls in Class 9 and again when they enroll in Class 11.
Can students from private or unaided schools apply for this scholarship?
No, students studying in private or unaided institutions are not eligible for the Shahid Madho Singh Haath Kharcha Yojana. The scheme is exclusively for students enrolled in government or government-aided high schools and higher secondary schools within Odisha.
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