State Scholarship Portal Post Matric (Odisha)
Typically opens August–November. Verify on the state portal each year.
- Amount
- Varies by course and category
- Who can apply
- Odisha domicile SC/ST/OBC/EBC students in post-matric courses.
- Income limit
- Family income below ₹2.5 lakh per year
- Study level
- Class 11-12, College / UG, Postgraduate
- Apply through
- Odisha State Scholarship Portal
- Notes
- Unified portal replacing the old Prerana system.
About this scholarship
The Odisha State Scholarship Portal manages the disbursement of Post Matric Scholarships for students belonging to the SC, ST, OBC, SEBC, and EBC communities in the state. Operated by the ST & SC Development, Minorities & Backward Classes Welfare Department, this unified platform streamlines the application process for students pursuing higher education, from higher secondary schooling up to professional degrees. The scheme aims to lower the dropout rate by providing a maintenance allowance and reimbursing non-refundable compulsory college fees. By centralizing applications on a single portal, the state ensures faster processing and eliminates duplicate applications. The portal connects directly to the state's Treasury and uses Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) to send funds straight to the student's Aadhaar-linked bank account. Because different communities have different income ceilings, students must carefully select the correct category scheme when applying. Applicants are encouraged to regularly consult the portal's announcement section to stay informed about any mid-year policy changes or extension of deadlines issued by the ST & SC Development Department.
Documents you need
- Aadhaar card
- Caste certificate issued by a competent revenue authority in Odisha
- Income certificate from the Tahsildar
- Resident/Domicile certificate of Odisha
- Front page of the bank passbook
- Matriculation (Class 10) certificate
How to apply
- Visit the Odisha State Scholarship Portal and register using your Aadhaar number.
- Log in and select the relevant Post Matric Scholarship scheme based on your caste category.
- Fill in the comprehensive application form with your personal, academic, and bank details.
- Upload clear scanned copies of your caste, income, and domicile certificates.
- Submit the application and check the portal regularly to see if your institution or the District Welfare Officer (DWO) has verified it.
Why applications get rejected
- Entering an incorrect IFSC code or account number, leading to failed DBT transactions.
- Applying under the wrong caste category scheme (e.g., an OBC student applying for the SC scheme), which guarantees rejection.
- Forgetting to submit the printed application and hard copies of documents to the college, delaying institutional verification.
Common questions
What is the income limit for the Odisha Post Matric Scholarship?
The limit varies by category. Generally, it is higher for SC/ST students and lower for OBC/SEBC students. Check the current year's guidelines on the portal.
Can I edit my application after submitting it?
Usually, once the application is finally submitted and forwarded to the institute, you cannot edit it unless the institute reverts it back to you for corrections.
Do I need an Aadhaar-linked bank account?
Yes, the Odisha government uses the Aadhaar Payment Bridge (APB) system, so your bank account must be seeded with your Aadhaar number.
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