Shahid Madho Singh Haath Kharcha Yojana (Odisha) Documents Required 2026
Required 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
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 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.