HP ePass Post Matric Scholarship

About this scholarship

The HP ePass Post Matric Scholarship is the primary digital gateway for educational welfare in Himachal Pradesh, providing financial support to students from SC, ST, OBC, and EBC communities. Developed specifically for the state, the ePass portal streamlines the disbursement of maintenance allowances and fee reimbursements for higher education, from intermediate levels up to university degrees. The Directorate of Higher Education oversees the platform, which replaces manual paperwork with a robust online verification system. By capturing student demographics, academic records, and bank details in a centralized database, the ePass system ensures faster, direct bank transfers and eliminates duplicate claims. Because the portal is tailored to the state, it tightly integrates with local revenue records, meaning the Himachal domicile and category certificates are rigorously checked before any funds are released. Students must consistently monitor their dashboard after submission to ensure that any queries raised by the welfare department are addressed promptly, as unresolved queries will halt the disbursement of their maintenance and fee allowances.

Documents you need

• Himachal Pradesh Bonafide/Domicile certificate
• Category certificate (SC/ST/OBC) issued by an HP authority
• Income certificate issued by the competent revenue officer
• Aadhaar card
• Previous year's marksheet
• Bank passbook in the student's name

How to apply

1. Access the HP ePass Scholarship Portal and register as a new student to generate your login credentials.
2. Fill in the comprehensive application form, paying close attention to your Aadhaar and bank account numbers.
3. Upload clear scanned copies of your Bonafide certificate, income proof, and academic records.
4. Submit the application online and take a printout.
5. Submit the printed copy along with physical documents to your college so they can verify the application on the ePass portal.

Why applications get rejected

• Providing a bank account number that is dormant or has a transaction limit, which causes the scholarship transfer to bounce.
• Assuming online submission is enough; the application will not move forward until the college physically receives and verifies the hard copies.
• Applying without a valid Himachal Pradesh Bonafide certificate, which is mandatory for state-sponsored schemes on this portal.

Common questions

Do I need to submit hard copies to the college for the HP ePass scheme?

Yes, unlike some fully automated portals, HP ePass usually requires students to submit a physical printout of the application and documents to their institution.

Can I edit my application if I make a mistake?

Once submitted and forwarded to the institute, you cannot edit it yourself. You must ask the institute nodal officer to revert the application to you for corrections.

Is the scheme open to students studying outside Himachal Pradesh?

Yes, Himachali students studying in recognized institutions outside the state can apply, provided their college is registered on the ePass portal.