E-Grantz 3.0 – Online Scholarship Distribution Portal of Kerala

The E-Grantz portal, commonly known as the E-Grantz 3.0 portal, is a digital platform implemented by the SC/ST/OBC Development Departments of the Government of Kerala. The primary purpose of this portal is providing pre-matric and post-matric scholarships for the reserved category students of the state. This portal manages and disburses scholarships and stipends to eligible students. It also facilitates online applications, application tracking, grievances redressal and various other features.

This article aims to cover all the essential details students need to know before and during the application process on the E-Grantz portal. 

E-Grantz Portal Highlights

Name of the Portal	E-Grantz 3.0
Department	Backward Classes Development Department Scheduled Castes Development Department Scheduled Tribes Development Department
Official Address	Directorate of Scheduled Caste Development Museum-Nandhavanam Road, Nandhavanam, Vikasbhavan P O, Thiruvananthapuram-695033
Helpline	SC Department: egrantz.sc@gmail.com ST Department: egrantzstdd@gmail.com OBC Department: bcddkerala@gmail.com E-Grantz Contact Number: 1800 425 2312 (Toll-Free)
Implemented by	Government of Kerala
Application Mode	Online and Offline
Level	Pre-Matric and Post-Matric level
Beneficiaries	SC, SBC/ EBC, OEC, OBC students
Official Website	egrantz.kerala.gov.in

Also Read: Kerala E-Grantz 3.0 

E-Grantz Portal Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for the E-Grantz scholarships, each applicant must meet a set of established requirements. The eligibility criteria of E-Grantz are as follows:

• Applicants must be domiciled in Kerala.
• Candidates must belong to one of the following categories: 
  • Socially Backward Communities (SBC)
  • Economically Backward Communities (EBC)
  • Other Backward Classes (OBC)
  • Scheduled Caste (SC)
  • Other Eligible Communities (OEC)
• Students must be pursuing pre-matric or post-matric education from a recognized board or university are eligible to apply.
• Admission must be secured under the merit or reservation quota.
• Applicants must maintain a minimum of 75% attendance in their classes each month.
• For OBC category students, the annual family income must not exceed ₹1,00,000 for +2, degree, postgraduate, and professional courses.
• For students from other eligible categories, the income limit is also ₹1,00,000 per annum for the same levels of education.
• Eligible courses include Higher Secondary, VHSE, Diploma, Degree, Postgraduate, Doctoral, Polytechnic, and Professional programs.

Note: SC and OEC category students are exempted from income restrictions.

Kerala E-Grantz Rewards 2025

Below is a brief overview of the E-Grantz scholarship awards according to the reserved category.

Rewards for students belonging to SC/OEC category:

Eligibility condition	Stipend Amount (₹)
Studying in a college within 8 km from residence	630
Studying in a college beyond 8 km from residence	750
Pursuing professional courses and residing independently	1,500

Rewards for students belonging to OBC category:

Course Type	Day Scholars (₹)	Hostellers (₹)
Higher secondary education (Class 11 & 12)	160	–
Postgraduate or professional courses	200	250
Polytechnic courses	100	150

Kerala E-Grantz Documents Required

The following documents are required to apply for the scholarship through the E-Grantz portal:

• Aadhaar card
• Proof of income
• Age proof
• Caste certification
• Marksheets of the last examination passed

E-Grantz Portal Application Process 2025

Below is a detailed step-by-step application procedure for E-Grantz scholarships.

Step 1: Visit the E-Grantz 3.0 portal.

Step 2: Click on the ‘One-Time Registration’ button located at the bottom corner of the homepage.

Step 3: On the page that opened, fill in the required details like Aadhaar card number and Applicant name.Step 4: After filling the required details, click on “Validate Aadhaar” to verify the aadhaar. Additionally, do not forget to click the consent box.

Step 5: After validating your aadhaar card, a drop down list will appear where you need to fill in the additional data. Fill in the required data there.

Step 6: Click on “Register” to complete the registration.

Step 7: After registering, this page automatically opens up. Fill in the details for a successful login.

Step 8: After successful login, the students are required to complete their profile. Fill in all required details mentioned in the sections.

Step 9 After completing the profile, click on “Save”.

Step 10: Then click on “Apply for Scholarships”, A list of scholarships for which the students are eligible for will appear. Select the scholarship you want to apply for and start the application. Finally, submit the application form.

Also Read: E-Grantz Login

E-Grantz Portal Application Status 2025

The candidates can check their real-time application status online on the E-Grantz portal by following the steps listed below:

Step 1: Visit the E-Grantz 3.0 portal.

Step 2: Click on the “Track Application” button present at the bottom of the homepage.Step 3: Fill in the required details such as the “Aadhaar Number” and “Date of Birth”. Then, click on the “Track Application” button.

Step 4: Now you can successfully track your application status.

Also Read: E-Grantz Scholarship Status 

E-Grantz Portal Password Recovery 

Step 1: Visit the E-Grantz 3.0 portal.

Step 2: Click on the “Student Login” button present at the bottom of the homepage.Step 3: Click on the “Forgot Password” button.

Step 4: On the page that appears, fill in the required details such as the “Aadhaar Number” and “Phone Number”. Click on the “Request New Password” button.Step 5: Now fill in the old password, the new password and cross check the new password by filling in the second box. 

Step 6: You can successfully change your password by clicking on the “Reset Password” button. 

E-Grantz Portal Contact Information 

In case of any query, the applicants can contact on the details given below:

Kerala E-Grantz 3.0 Statistics 

The tables below provide a district-wise breakdown of pre-matric and post-matric scholarship data for the academic year 2024–2025, detailing the total number of applications received, approvals granted, and applications still pending. 

Kerala E-Grantz Pre-Matric data for the academic year: 2024-25

Kerala E-Grantz Post-Matric data for the academic year: 2024-25

The table below presents the total number of applications, approvals, and pending cases from 2017 to 2025, highlighting the scheme’s growing reach and improved efficiency in supporting students over the years.

Kerala E-Grantz Pre-Matric Year-wise Data:

Kerala E-Grantz Post-Matric Year-wise Data:

E-Grantz 3.0 – FAQs

Who is eligible for the E-Grantz scholarship?

To be eligible, applicants must be domiciled in Kerala and belong to one of the reserved categories (SC, SBC/EBC, OEC, or OBC). They must also be pursuing pre-matric or post-matric education from a recognized board or university.

What is the income limit for the E-Grantz scholarship?

For OBC category students, the annual family income must not exceed ₹1,00,000 for +2, degree, postgraduate, and professional courses. For students from other eligible categories, the income limit is also ₹1,00,000 per annum for the same levels of education. SC and OEC category students are exempted from income restrictions.

What documents are required for the application process of the E-Grantz scholarship?

The following documents are required to apply through the E-Grantz portal: Aadhaar card, proof of income, age proof, caste certification, and marksheets of the last examination passed.

How do we track our E-Grantz scholarship status?

Students can track their scholarship application status by navigating to the 'Track my Application' section available at the bottom of the homepage.

When does the application for E-Grantz end?

The application for E-Grantz typically ends on 31st July each year (tentative).