Sudakshya for Girls Child Scholarship (Odisha)
Government of Odisha · Odisha
| Scheme Name | Sudakshya for Girls Child Scholarship (Odisha) |
| Provided By | Government of Odisha |
| Eligibility Summary | Class 11-12, Graduation, Engineering (< ₹8L Income) |
About the Program
The Sudakshya for Girls Child Scholarship provides comprehensive financial support to girl students in Odisha pursuing ITI ITC Polytechnic and Diploma courses with maintenance allowance of ₹1500 per month for hostellers or ₹500 for day scholars plus full fee reimbursement uniform cost and apprenticeship support.
Benefits & Financial Support
₹18k+
The scholarship provides full reimbursement of Admission and Hostel Fees. Additionally, it offers a monthly maintenance allowance of ₹1,500 for hostellers and ₹500 for day scholars. A reimbursable cost of ₹3,000 for uniforms is also included. For apprenticeship training after ITI, a maintenance allowance of ₹1,000 per month is given for training within Odisha and ₹1,500 per month for training outside the state. A one-time maintenance allowance of ₹5,000 is provided after completing six months of employment outside the state. All financial benefits are directly transferred to the student's Aadhaar-seeded bank account. Maintenance allowances are typically released on a half-yearly basis. Students already receiving stipends/scholarships from other schemes (ST, SC, OBC, Minority, Children of BOC Workers, PwD, MCP, Merit) will receive differential amounts only.
Monthly maintenance allowance ₹1500 for hostellers ₹500 for day scholars totaling ₹18000 or ₹6000 annually, Complete reimbursement of admission fees and hostel fees, Tuition examination and library charges exemption, Uniform cost reimbursement ₹3000 one-time, Apprenticeship training allowance ₹1000 per month in-state or ₹1500 per month out-of-state after ITI completion, Post-placement support ₹5000 one-time after 6 months employment outside Odisha, Direct Benefit Transfer to student bank account, Half-yearly release of maintenance allowance, Students receiving other scholarships get differential amount only
Eligibility Criteria & Income Limit
| Education Level | Diploma/Polytechnic, ITI/ITC |
| Course / Stream | Relevant courses |
| Income Limit | No income bar |
| Category / Caste | General, SC, ST, OBC, SEBC, EBC |
| Domicile State | Odisha |
Mandatory Documents Checklist
- ✓Aadhaar card
- ✓Income certificate of parent/guardian
- ✓Caste certificate if applicable
- ✓Bank passbook copy with account number and IFSC
- ✓Recent passport size photograph
- ✓Self-declaration certificate
- ✓College or institution ID card
- ✓Marksheet of last examination passed
Selection Process
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Candidates are selected based on their fulfillment of the specified eligibility criteria
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The scheme aims to encourage girl students to pursue technical education in ITI, Polytechnic, and Diploma courses
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There is no mention of a competitive merit-based selection beyond meeting the basic eligibility requirements.
Renewal Policy
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The specific conditions for annual renewal are not explicitly detailed in the available information
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It is generally understood that continued eligibility and re-application through the official portal will be required for subsequent academic years, subject to the scheme's annual notifications
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Students are advised to monitor the official scholarship portal for renewal guidelines.
How to Apply Online
Applications are submitted online via Form-only. Complete eKYC, upload scanned documents, and submit before the closing date.
- 1Visit the Official Portal
Go to the official Odisha State Scholarship Portal: `https://scholarship.odisha.gov.in`.
- 2Registration
If you are a new user, click on the 'Registration' option at the top of the page. The registration process is Aadhaar-based, and an OTP will be sent to the mobile number linked with your Aadhaar.
- 3Agree to Terms
Read the details, tick the checkboxes to agree to the terms and conditions, and then click 'Proceed'.
- 4Aadhaar Verification
Enter your Aadhaar number and verify it using the OTP received on your Aadhaar-linked mobile number.
- 5Login
Once registered successfully, log in to the portal using your generated User ID and password.
- 6Select Scheme
Navigate to the 'Apply' section, select the relevant department (Skill Development & Technical Education), and choose the "Sudakshya for Girls Child Scholarship" scheme.
- 7Fill Application Form
Carefully fill in all required personal, educational, eligibility, and bank account details in the online application form.
- 8Upload Documents
Upload scanned copies of all necessary documents. These typically include: Aadhaar Card, Income Certificate of Parent/Guardian, Caste Certificate (if applicable), Bank Passbook copy (with account number and IFSC code), Passport-size Photograph of the student, Self-Declaration Certificate, College ID Card, Admission/Fee Receipt, and Marksheet of the last passed examination.
- 9Review and Submit
Review your application thoroughly for any errors or missing information before final submission. Submit the application for verification by your educational institution.
- 10Print Acknowledgment
After submission, print the acknowledgment slip for your records. ### How to Track Application Status:
- 11Visit Portal
Go to the official Odisha Scholarship Portal: `https://scholarship.odisha.gov.in`.
- 12Know Your Status
Click on the 'Know Your Status' option on the homepage.
- 13Enter Details
Enter your Aadhaar Number or Application Number.
- 14Verify
Complete the OTP verification step.
- 15View Status
Your application status will then be displayed on the screen.
Common Questions (FAQs)
What educational courses are covered under the Sudakshya for Girls Child Scholarship?
This scholarship is specifically designed for girl students pursuing ITI (Industrial Training Institute), ITC (Industrial Training Centre), Polytechnic, or Diploma courses in government or government-recognized institutions within Odisha.
Is there an income limit for parents/guardians to apply for this scholarship?
No, the available information indicates that there is no explicit income limit for parents or guardians. The scholarship is open to girl students from all categories including General, ST, SC, OBC, SEBC, and EBC who are residents of Odisha.
How and when will the scholarship funds be disbursed to the students?
The scholarship benefits, including fee reimbursements and maintenance allowances, will be directly transferred to the student's Aadhaar-seeded bank account. The maintenance allowances are typically released on a half-yearly basis.
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