Shahid Madho Singh Haath Kharcha Yojana (Odisha) Apply Online 2026
How to Apply Online (Step-by-Step)
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Application is NOT submitted by students directly - Process handled through school Principal/Head Master
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Students must inform school Principal about their eligibility for the scheme
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Principal/Head of Institution logs into State Scholarship Portal at https://scholarship.odisha.gov.in/
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Principal fills online application on behalf of eligible ST students
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Required student details entered: Personal info, academic details, bank account, Aadhaar number
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Principal uploads all required documents digitally
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Principal validates and recommends the application online
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Application submitted by school authority before deadline
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ST & SC Development Department verifies applications at district level
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Eligible students receive ₹5,000 via DBT to their bank account
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Students can track status through scholarship portal using application number
FAQs for Shahid Madho Singh Haath Kharcha Yojana (Odisha)
Q.Can I apply directly as a student?
No, students cannot apply directly. The application must be submitted by your school Principal or Head Master through the scholarship portal. Inform your school authorities about your eligibility.
Q.Can I get this scholarship along with Post-Matric ST scholarship?
Yes, this is one of the few scholarships that can be availed along with other government scholarships. ST students receiving Post-Matric or other schemes remain eligible for Shahid Madho Singh Haath Kharcha Yojana.
Q.I failed Class 8 and repeated it. Am I eligible when I join Class 9?
Yes, as long as you have completed Class 8 and are joining Class 9 for the first time in the current academic year, you are eligible regardless of whether you repeated Class 8.
Q.Can I get this scholarship every year in Class 9, 10, 11, 12?
No, this is a ONE-TIME incentive only. You receive ₹5,000 once when joining Class 9 (after Class 8) OR once when joining Class 11 (after Class 10). Not renewable for subsequent years.
Q.My school is private but aided by government. Am I eligible?
Yes, government-aided schools are eligible. Only fully private unaided schools are excluded. Check with your Principal if your school receives government aid.