Back to Schemes
Education & Learning

Jharkhand State Backward Classes Post-Matric Scholarship Scheme

The "Jharkhand State Backward Classes Post-Matric Scholarship Scheme" aims to promote higher education among OBC students in Jharkhand. The scheme provides financial assistance to students pursuing professional and academic courses at the post-matriculation level.

Authority

State/ UT

Region

Jharkhand

Status

Verified 2026

Updated

March 2026

What you get

Covers tuition fees, academic allowance, and maintenance fees: | Course GroupHosteller (₹)Day-scholar (₹)Group- 1 "A"1,00,00090,000Group- 1 "B"90,00085,000Group- 1 "C"85,00080,000Group- 2 "A"75,00070,000Group- 2 "B"70,000 65,000 | Group- 2 "C"65,00060,000Group- 345,00040,000Group- 435,00030,000 | NOTE: | - The amount is directly credited to the Aadhaar-linked bank account through DBT (Direct Benefit Transfer). | - 60% funding by the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of India, and 40% by the Jharkhand State Government. | - The student must adhere to the attendance system prescribed by their educational institution or university to qualify for the scholarship. | - If a student switches courses mid-way, they are eligible for the scholarship in the new course only if they did not receive a scholarship for the previous course in the same academic year.

Who can apply

The student should be a native of Jharkhand.; The student belongs to the Other Backward Class category.; The student's family annual income should not exceed ₹2,50,000/-.; The student must be enrolled in a recognized educational institution that complies with the rules of the scheme and is registered on the departmental scholarship portal. The student should be pursuing a post-matric course (Degree, Diploma, Certificate, or equivalent).; The student should not be receiving any other scholarship or financial assistance from the central or state government.

Required Paperwork

  • Aadhaar Card
  • PAN Card
  • Income Certificate
  • Residence Proof (Domicile)

Common Questions

Who is eligible for this scholarship?

Backward-class students from Jharkhand with an annual family income below [?]2,50,000/-.

Which courses are covered under the scheme?

Post-matric courses from Class XI to Ph.D., including professional and general degree programs.

Can students apply offline?

No, only online applications are accepted through the scholarship portal.

Are Aadhaar details mandatory?

Yes, Aadhaar authentication is required for the application.

Can I apply if I receive another scholarship?

No, students receiving other scholarships are not eligible.

What documents are required for the application?

Residential, caste, income certificates, and Aadhaar-linked bank account details.

Which institutions are eligible?

AISHE/U-DISE-coded institutions registered on the portal.

What is the application deadline?

Refer to the departmental portal for specific timelines.

Can I reapply if I change my course?

Yes, only if the previous course was not funded by a scholarship.

What is the verification process?

Verification is done by the Institution Nodal Officer and District Welfare Officer.

Is there a preference for NAAC-accredited institutions?

Yes, courses in A++, A+, A, and B++ NAAC-accredited institutions are prioritized.

Who approves the scholarship applications?

Applications are approved by the District-Level Monitoring Committee.

Are students from other states eligible?

No, only Jharkhand residents are eligible.

How are funds disbursed?

Funds are transferred directly to the student's Aadhaar-linked bank account.

Is there a helpline for assistance?

Yes, details are available on the e-kalyan scholarship portal.