The Haryana Scholarship 2026-27 application dates are yet to be announced. Eligible students can visit the official Har-Chhatravratti Portal at harchhatravratti.highereduhry.ac.in for the latest updates. The Government of Haryana, through the Har-Chhatravratti Portal, offers a range of scholarship schemes for students belonging to Scheduled Caste (SC), Backward Class (BC), Other Backward Class (OBC), Economically Weaker Section (EWS), Denotified Tribes (DNT) and other eligible categories.
These scholarships provide financial assistance in the form of tuition fee reimbursement, maintenance allowance, and merit-based incentives to support students from Class 11 through postgraduate and doctoral levels. Students who wish to apply for the Post Matric Scholarship for SC Students or the Post Matric Scholarship for OBC, EBC & DNT Students are required to complete their One-Time Registration (OTR) on the National Scholarship Portal (NSP) at scholarships.gov.in before applying on the state portal.
Haryana Scholarships 2026: Important Dates
| Scholarship | Application Status |
| Promotion of Science Education (POSE) Scholarship Scheme | To be announced |
| Post Matric Scholarship – OBC, EBC & DNT Students | To be announced |
| Post-Matric Scholarship – SC Students | To be announced |
| Consolidated Stipend Scheme for Grandchildren of Freedom Fighters | To be announced |
| Free Books for SC Students | To be announced |
| State Merit Scholarship to Undergraduate Girl Students | To be announced |
| Haryana State Meritorious Incentives Scheme | To be announced |
| Haryana State Meritorious Incentives Scheme (CBSE) | To be announced |
| State Merit Scholarship to UG/PG Students | To be announced |
| Lower Income Group Scheme | To be announced |
| Consolidated Stipend Schemes for SC Students | To be announced |
| Reimbursement of Tuition Fee to Scheduled Castes | To be announced |
| Reimbursement of Transport Facility to Scheduled Castes | To be announced |
| State SC Scheme (Govt ITI) | To be announced |
| HSCST Fellowship Programme | To be announced |
| Merit-cum-Means Scholarship | To be announced |
Haryana Scholarship Eligibility Criteria (2026)
The Har‑Chhatravratti Portal (Haryana Scholarship Portal) provides access to 16 distinct scholarship schemes, each with its own eligibility requirements. To apply, candidates must possess a valid Parivar Pehchaan Patra (PPP) and fulfill specific domicile, academic, and—where applicable—income-related criteria. The table below outlines the detailed eligibility criteria for each scheme, listed in the same order as presented earlier.
Eligibility Criteria of Each Scholarship Scheme:
| Scheme name | Eligibility criteria |
| 1. Post Matric Scholarship – SC Students | • Haryana domicile & SC category
• Annual family income ≤ ₹2.5 lakh • Enrolled in post-matric programs (Class 11 to Ph.D.) at recognised institutions • Minimum 75% attendance required |
| 2. Post Matric Scholarship – BC, EWS and DNT Students | • Haryana domicile & BC/EWS/DNT category
• Enrolled in post-matric courses |
| 3. Consolidated Stipend Scheme for SC Students | • Haryana domicile & SC only
• Enrolled in govt colleges in Haryana • Passed previous academic year (no backlog); ≥ 60% attendance |
| 4. Consolidated Stipend Scheme for Grandchildren of Freedom Fighters | • Haryana domicile; SC category; grandchild of a recognised freedom fighter
• Enrolled in post‑matric course with required attendance |
| 5. Free Books for SC Students | • Haryana domicile & SC
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| 6. State Merit Scholarship to Undergraduate Girl Students | • Haryana domicile; female
• Enrolled in UG degree programme • Minimum ~60% marks in qualifying examination |
| 7. Haryana State Meritorious Incentives Scheme | • Haryana domicile
• Ranked 1st/2nd/3rd in annual UG/PG exams at Haryana government colleges • No income limit |
| 8. Haryana State Meritorious Incentives Scheme (CBSE) | • Haryana domicile
• Secured top ranks in CBSE board exams at Haryana-based schools • No income limit |
| 9. State Merit Scholarship to UG/PG Students | • Haryana domicile
• Enrolled in UG, PG, or Ph.D programme • Minimum Second Division (~50%) marks |
| 10. Lower Income Group Scheme | • Haryana domicile
• Family income ≤ ₹2.5 lakh • Enrolled in higher education programmes |
| 11. Merit‑cum‑Means Scholarship | • Haryana domicile; SC/OBC/EWS/minority
• Income usually ≤ ₹2.5 lakh • Academic merit above cut-off (varies) |
| 12. Reimbursement of Tuition Fee to Scheduled Castes | • Haryana domicile & SC category
• Enrolled in recognized institution • Family income limits apply |
| 13. Reimbursement of Transport Facility to Scheduled Castes | • Haryana domicile & SC category
• Enrolled in recognized institution • Subject to income-based eligibility |
| 14. State SC Scheme (Govt ITI) | • Haryana domicile & SC
• Enrolled in Government ITI • Regular attendance and academic progress required |
| 15. HSCST Fellowship Programme | • Haryana domicile
• M.Sc. or equivalent (min. 55% marks) • CSIR‑UGC JRF or NET qualified • Age ≤ 28 yrs (with relaxations) • Not receiving other financial support during fellowship |
| 16. Promotion of Science Education (POSE) Scholarship Scheme | • Passed Class X and XII from Haryana school with ≥ 80% (Haryana Board) or 85% (CBSE/ICSE), or studying at a national institute
• Admitted in first-year B.Sc./BS/B.Stat/B.Math/Integrated M.Sc./M.S in basic & natural sciences • Must refrain from holding any other scholarship |
Also Read: Haryana Scholarship Portal – Application Process, Application Tracking
How to Apply for the Haryana Scholarships
Students eligible for state-level scholarships in Haryana can apply online through the Har‑Chhatravratti Portal. The application process is digital and requires submission of personal, academic, and bank details, along with supporting documents. Below are the step-by-step instructions.
Steps to apply for Haryana scholarships:
Step 1: Visit the official Har‑Chhatravratti Portal.
Step 2: Click on the ‘User Login’ tab.
Step 3: Enter your login details and click on ‘Login’.
Step 4: Fill in all required personal, academic, and contact information in the online application form.
Step 5: Upload scanned copies of necessary documents such as income certificate, caste certificate (if applicable), Aadhaar card, bank passbook, and fee receipt.
Step 6: Choose the scholarship scheme(s) you are eligible for, based on your submitted information.
Step 7: Review the entire application carefully and click on ‘Submit’ to complete the process.
Key Documents Required
To successfully complete the application for Haryana scholarships through the Har‑Chhatravratti Portal, students must upload scanned copies of the following documents:
- Aadhaar card copy
- Applicant’s photograph
- Applicant’s signature
- Income certificate
- Haryana domicile certificate
- Caste certificate (if applicable)
- Class 10 certificate
- Class 12 certificate
- Parivar Pehchaan Patra
- Fee receipt
- Last exam passed certificate (except for 1st year students)
- BPL certificate (if applicable)
- Father’s death certificate (if applicable)
FAQs
Who can apply for scholarships on the Har-Chhatravratti Portal?
Only students who are domiciled in Haryana, possess a valid Parivar Pehchaan Patra (PPP), and meet the specific academic and income-based eligibility criteria for the chosen scheme can apply.
Can I apply for more than one scholarship scheme at the same time?
Yes, if you meet the eligibility criteria for multiple schemes, you can apply for all applicable ones through the same portal.
Do I need to be studying in Haryana to be eligible?
No. You can be enrolled in a recognized institution outside Haryana, as long as you are a Haryana domicile and meet all other eligibility conditions.
Is there an income limit for all schemes?
No. Some schemes (e.g., Meritorious Incentives) have no income limit, while others require an annual family income of ₹2.5 lakh or less.
What is the last date to apply for Haryana scholarships?
How are the scholarships disbursed?
Scholarships are credited directly to the applicant’s bank account after successful verification via the three-tier authentication system.
Is institute verification mandatory?
Yes. Your educational institute must verify your application digitally on the portal before it can be processed further.
What happens if I don’t have a Parivar Pehchaan Patra (PPP)?
You cannot apply without a PPP. You must first generate it through the Mera Parivar Meri Pehchaan portal.