BPL Scholarship Scheme for College Students
Typically opens around September. Verify on the Chhattisgarh scholarship portal each year.
We have not been able to independently confirm every detail of this scheme against its official portal. Treat the figures below as a starting point and verify them before you apply.
- Amount
- ₹300 per month for UG and ₹500 per month for PG (up to 10 months).
- Who can apply
- Chhattisgarh domicile students belonging to Below Poverty Line (BPL) families pursuing higher education. Must not be receiving any other scholarship.
- Income limit
- Must hold a valid BPL card.
- Study level
- College / UG, Postgraduate
- Apply through
- CG State Scholarship Portal
- Notes
- Scheme details compiled from public sources. Confirm the current year's notification on the official portal before applying.
About this scholarship
The BPL Scholarship Scheme for College Students is a crucial welfare initiative by the Directorate of Higher Education in Chhattisgarh, designed to ensure that extreme poverty does not block access to university education. This highly targeted scheme provides a monthly stipend—typically ₹300 for undergraduates and ₹500 for postgraduates—for up to 10 months of the academic year. The defining eligibility criterion is the possession of a valid Below Poverty Line (BPL) card, making it distinct from standard post-matric schemes that rely on general income certificates. Operated through the CG State Scholarship Portal, the scheme serves as a vital financial lifeline for the state's most economically vulnerable families. To ensure equitable distribution of state funds, applicants are strictly prohibited from receiving any other overlapping scholarship. This monthly support helps cover day-to-day educational expenses, allowing BPL students to sustain their studies through to graduation and beyond.
Documents you need
- Valid BPL card issued by the competent authority in Chhattisgarh
- Chhattisgarh domicile certificate
- Proof of admission in a UG or PG course
- Aadhaar card
- Bank passbook
How to apply
- Log in to the CG State Scholarship Portal.
- Select the BPL Scholarship Scheme and enter your BPL card details for verification.
- Complete the online form with your academic and personal information.
- Submit the application and provide any requested hard copies to your college for institutional endorsement.
Why applications get rejected
- Applying for this scheme while simultaneously drawing funds from another state or central scholarship, which leads to immediate cancellation.
- Uploading an expired or invalid BPL card instead of a current, verified one.
- Failing to track the application at the college level; institutional approval is mandatory for the stipend to be released.
Common questions
Can I apply for the BPL Scholarship and the Post-Matric Scholarship at the same time?
No, the rules strictly prohibit receiving this scholarship if you are already availing of another educational scheme.
How much is the monthly stipend?
It is usually ₹300 per month for UG students and ₹500 per month for PG students, granted for up to 10 months a year.
Is an income certificate required?
The primary requirement is a valid BPL card. If you have a BPL card, it serves as the definitive proof of your economic status.
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