E-Grantz Kerala
About the Program
Complete guide to E-Grantz Kerala. Learn about OBC income limits, SC/ST fee concessions, and E-Grantz 3.0 portal registration guidelines.
Benefits & Financial Support
Provides full tuition fee waiver, examination fee concessions, and monthly maintenance allowance (stipend) up to ₹1,500/month directly via E-Grantz 3.0.
Inclusions
* 100% tuition and exam fee coverage (for SC, ST, OEC). * Monthly pocket money / stipend up to ₹1,500 based on course.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
Undergraduate, Postgraduate, Diploma, ITI
Must be enrolled in All Streams. Minimum 33% marks required in previous exam.
Financial & Category
Important Note
Requires digital caste certificate.
Selection Process
Based on SC/ST/OEC/OBC category, Kerala residency, and family income limits (no limit for SC/ST/OEC, <= ₹1 Lakh for OBC).
Renewal Policy
Required annually by submitting course promotion certificate.
Application Process
- 1
### Step-by-Step Application Guide
- 2**Access Portal
** Go to the E-Grantz portal at [egrantz.kerala.gov.in](https://egrantz.kerala.gov.in).
- 3**Register/Login
** Create a profile using Aadhaar.
- 4**Caste verification
** Input Caste certificate details. OBC students must also input Income certificate (< ₹1 Lakh).
- 5**Link college
** Select your college and course.
- 6**Submit
** Confirm details and submit. Nodal officer will verify and approve.
Documents Required
Important Dates
Application Deadline
30 November 2026
Applications close in late November.
Dates are subject to change as per the provider's official notification. Applicants are encouraged to apply well before the closing date.
Scholarship Quick Facts
Common Questions (FAQs)
Q.What is the family income limit for OBC under E-Grantz?
The annual family income must not exceed ₹1 Lakh for OBC students. There is no income limit for SC, ST, and OEC (Other Eligible Communities) students.
Q.Does E-Grantz cover private colleges?
Yes, it covers regular admission courses in recognized private colleges in Kerala, subject to department fee caps.
Q.What is the stipend rate?
The stipend (pocket money) ranges from ₹500 to ₹1,500 per month depending on the level and course.
Help & Contact Support
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