Post-Matric Scholarship 2025-26 – Last Date, Eligibility & Apply

Post-Matric Scholarship 2025 applications are now open. The application timeline varies significantly across Indian states and Union Territories, with deadlines ranging from July 2025 to November 2025. For instance, Odisha has set an early cut-off on 22nd July 2025, while states like Punjab, West Bengal, and Uttar Pradesh have extended their deadlines until 31st October 2025. Meanwhile, some states such as Rajasthan, Assam, and Gujarat are yet to announce their final dates (TBA). Keeping track of these timelines is important for students aiming to benefit from these financial aid programs to support their education beyond Class 10.

Post-Matric Scholarships are government-backed initiatives to empower students from SC, ST, OBC, EBC, and minority communities by offering financial assistance to students studying in Class 11, 12, and higher education (including diploma, undergraduate, and professional courses). These schemes not only reduce the economic burden on families but also help bridge the gap in educational opportunities across social groups.

This guide provides a state-wise breakdown of scholarships, including their official application portals, eligibility criteria, and key documents required, ensuring that students and parents can make informed decisions.

Whether applying through the National Scholarship Portal (NSP) or a state-specific platform, submitting a timely and accurate application is essential to secure the benefits.

Post-Matric Scholarships Last Date to Apply

State	Application Deadline
UP Scholarship Post-Matric	31st October 2025
Post-Matric Scholarship West Bengal	31st October 2025
Post-Matric Scholarship Odisha	22nd July 2025
Post-Matric Scholarship Punjab	31st October 2025
Post-Matric Scholarship Haryana	31st October 2025
Karnataka Post-Matric Scholarship	10th March 2025
Post-Matric Scholarship Rajasthan	TBA
Post-Matric Scholarship Tamil Nadu	31st October 2025
Telangana Post-Matric Scholarship	31st October 2025
Post-Matric Scholarship Uttarakhand	30th September 2025
Post-Matric Scholarship Sikkim	31st October 2025
Post-Matric Scholarship MahaDBT (Maharashtra)	31st July 2025
Jharkhand Post-Matric Scholarship	31/10/2025
Post-Matric Scholarship Nagaland	31/10/2025
Bihar Post-Matric Scholarship	TBA
Post-Matric Scholarship Manipur	30th November 2025
Post-Matric Scholarship Assam	TBA
Post-Matric Scholarship Andhra Pradesh	TBA
Post-Matric Scholarship Arunachal Pradesh	TBA
Chhattisgarh Post-Matric Scholarship	30th November 2025
Post-Matric Scholarship Goa	30th November 2025
Gujarat Post-Matric Scholarship	TBA
Post-Matric Scholarship Himachal Pradesh	30th October 2025
Kerala Post-Matric Scholarship	TBA
MP Post-Matric Scholarship (Madhya Pradesh)	TBA
Meghalaya Post-Matric Scholarship	31st October 2025
Post-Matric ScholarshipMizoram	TBA
Post-Matric ScholarshipTripura	30th September 2025
Post-Matric Scholarship Jammu & Kashmir	15th October 2025

*The dates mentioned above are subject to modification based on the provider’s discretion.

Detailed List of Post-Matric Scholarship

The table below provides state-wise details of Post-Matric Scholarships. Eligible students can apply for these schemes before the respective deadlines.

State/Union Territory	Scholarships Offered
Andhra Pradesh	Post-Matric Scholarship for SC Students Post-Matric Scholarship for ST Students Post-Matric Scholarship for OBC Students Post-Matric Scholarship for EBC Students Post-Matric Scholarship for Minority Students Ambedkar Overseas Vidyanidhi Scheme (for SC/ST students pursuing higher education abroad)
Arunachal Pradesh	Post-Matric Scholarship for ST Students Umbrella Scheme for Education of ST Children – Post-Matric Scholarship
Assam	Post-Matric Scholarship for SC Students Post-Matric Scholarship for ST Students Post-Matric Scholarship for OBC Students Post-Matric Scholarship for Minority Students (via dircad.assam.gov.in)
Bihar	Post-Matric Scholarship for SC Students Post-Matric Scholarship for ST Students Post-Matric Scholarship for OBC Students Post-Matric Scholarship for EBC Students Chief Minister’s Medhavi Yojana (for meritorious students)
Chhattisgarh	Post-Matric Scholarship for SC Students Post-Matric Scholarship for ST Students Post-Matric Scholarship for OBC Students Rajya Chatra Vritti Yojana (for economically weaker students)
Goa	Post-Matric Scholarship for SC Students Post-Matric Scholarship for ST Students Post-Matric Scholarship for OBC Students Gagan Bharari Shiksha Yojana (for DNT/NT/SNT students)
Gujarat	Post-Matric Scholarship for SC Students Post-Matric Scholarship for ST Students Post-Matric Scholarship for OBC Students Mukhyamantri Yuva Swavalamban Yojana (for EBC students)
Haryana	Post-Matric Scholarship for SC Students Post-Matric Scholarship for OBC Students Dr. Ambedkar Medhavi Chhatra Sanshodhit Yojana (for SC/OBC students) Consolidated Stipend Scheme for SC Students, Haryana (via harchhatravratti.highereduhry.ac.in)
Himachal Pradesh	Post-Matric Scholarship for SC Students Post-Matric Scholarship for ST Students Post-Matric Scholarship for OBC Students NSP Mukhya Mantri Protsahan Yojana, Himachal Pradesh (for students in premier institutions)
Jammu & Kashmir	Post-Matric Scholarship for SC Students Post-Matric Scholarship for ST Students Post-Matric Scholarship for OBC Students Post-Matric Scholarship for Minority Students Post-Matric Scholarship for EBC Students
Jharkhand	Post-Matric Scholarship for SC Students Post-Matric Scholarship for ST Students Post-Matric Scholarship for OBC Students E-Kalyan Scholarship (for SC/ST/OBC via e-kalyan.jharkhand.gov.in)
Karnataka	Post-Matric Scholarship for SC Students Post-Matric Scholarship for ST Students Post-Matric Scholarship for OBC Students Post-Matric Scholarship for Minority Students Vidyasiri Scholarship (for economically weaker students)
Kerala	Post-Matric Scholarship for SC Students Post-Matric Scholarship for ST Students Post-Matric Scholarship for OBC Students Post-Matric Scholarship for Minority Students E-Grantz Scholarship (for SC/ST/OBC via egrantz.kerala.gov.in)
Madhya Pradesh	Post-Matric Scholarship for SC Students Post-Matric Scholarship for ST Students Post-Matric Scholarship for OBC Students Mukhya Mantri Medhavi Vidyarthi Yojana (for meritorious students) Post-Matric Scholarship for Disabled Students
Maharashtra	Post-Matric Scholarship for SC Students Post-Matric Scholarship for ST Students Post-Matric Scholarship for OBC Students Post-Matric Scholarship for VJNT/SBC Students Rajarshi Chhatrapati Shahu Maharaj Shikshan Shulkh Shishyavrutti Yojana (EBC) Dr. Punjabrao Deshmukh Vasatigruh Nirvah Bhatta Yojana (for hostellers) Post-Matric Scholarship for Disabled Students (via mahadbt.maharashtra.gov.in)
Manipur	Post-Matric Scholarship for SC Students Post-Matric Scholarship for ST Students Post-Matric Scholarship for OBC Students Post-Matric Scholarship for Minority Students
Meghalaya	Post-Matric Scholarship for SC Students Post-Matric Scholarship for ST Students Post-Matric Scholarship for OBC Students Meghalaya Border Area Scholarship
Mizoram	Post-Matric Scholarship for SC Students Post-Matric Scholarship for ST Students Post-Matric Scholarship for Minority Students
Nagaland	Post-Matric Scholarship for ST Students Post-Matric Scholarship for Minority Students
Odisha	Post-Matric Scholarship for SC Students Post-Matric Scholarship for ST Students Post-Matric Scholarship for OBC/SEBC Students e-Medhabruti Scholarship (for meritorious students)
Punjab	Post-Matric Scholarship for SC Students Post-Matric Scholarship for OBC Students Dr. Ambedkar Scholarship Scheme (for SC/OBC students)
Rajasthan	Post-Matric Scholarship for SC Students Post-Matric Scholarship for ST Students Post-Matric Scholarship for OBC Students Post-Matric Scholarship for SBC Students Mukhya Mantri Sarvjan Uchcha Shiksha Scholarship (for EBC students)
Sikkim	Post-Matric Scholarship for SC Students Post-Matric Scholarship for ST Students Post-Matric Scholarship for OBC Students Post-Matric Scholarship for Minority Students
Tamil Nadu	Post-Matric Scholarship for SC Students Post-Matric Scholarship for ST Students Post-Matric Scholarship for OBC Students Post-Matric Scholarship for Minority Students Higher Education Special Scholarship (for SC/ST hostellers) (via tntribalwelfare.tn.gov.in)
Telangana	Post-Matric Scholarship for SC Students Post-Matric Scholarship for ST Students Post-Matric Scholarship for OBC Students Post-Matric Scholarship for Minority Students Post-Matric Scholarship for Disabled Students
Tripura	Post-Matric Scholarship for SC Students Post-Matric Scholarship for ST Students Post-Matric Scholarship for OBC Students Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Post-Matric Scholarship for EBC Students
Uttar Pradesh	Post-Matric Scholarship for SC Students Post-Matric Scholarship for ST Students Post-Matric Scholarship for OBC Students Post-Matric Scholarship for Minority Students Post-Matric Other State Scholarship for ST/SC/General Category (via scholarship.up.gov.in)
Uttarakhand	Post-Matric Scholarship for SC Students Post-Matric Scholarship for ST Students Post-Matric Scholarship for OBC Students
West Bengal	Post-Matric Scholarship for SC Students Post-Matric Scholarship for ST Students Post-Matric Scholarship for OBC Students Swami Vivekananda Merit-cum-Means Scholarship (for meritorious students) (via oasis.gov.in)
Andaman & Nicobar	Post-Matric Scholarship for SC Students Post-Matric Scholarship for ST Students Post-Matric Scholarship for OBC Students
Chandigarh	Post-Matric Scholarship for SC Students Post-Matric Scholarship for OBC Students Dr. Ambedkar Post-Matric Scholarship for EBC Students
Dadra & Nagar Haveli and Daman & Diu	Post-Matric Scholarship for SC Students Post-Matric Scholarship for ST Students Post-Matric Scholarship for OBC Students
Delhi	Post-Matric Scholarship for SC Students Post-Matric Scholarship for OBC Students Post-Matric Scholarship for Minority Students
Lakshadweep	Post-Matric Scholarship for ST Students Post-Matric Scholarship for Minority Students
Puducherry	Post-Matric Scholarship for SC Students Post-Matric Scholarship for OBC Students Post-Matric Scholarship for Minority Students

Post-matric Scholarships – How to Apply?

Each post-matric scholarship follows a distinct application process. Most of these scholarships invite online applications from eligible candidates through dedicated portals or official websites. Prominent platforms for submitting applications include the National Scholarship Portal (NSP), the UP Scholarship Portal, the MP Scholarship Portal, among others.

Below is an overview of these portals and the scholarships available through them.

Scholarship Name	Application Link
Post-Matric Scholarship for SC Students	scholarships.gov.in
Post-Matric Scholarship for ST Students	scholarships.gov.in
Post-Matric Scholarship for OBC Students	scholarships.gov.in
Post-Matric Scholarship for EBC Students	scholarships.gov.in
Post-Matric Scholarship for Minority Students	scholarships.gov.in
Ambedkar Overseas Vidya Nidhi SC Development Scholarship, Telangana	telanganaepass.cgg.gov.in
Umbrella Scheme for Education of ST Children – Post-Matric Scholarship	scholarships.gov.in
Mukhyamantri Medhavi Vidyarthi Yojana (MMVY)	medhavikalyan.mp.gov.in/MMVY.aspx
Rajya Chatra Vritti Yojana	scholarship.up.gov.in
Gagan Bharari Shiksha Yojana (DNT/NT/SNT)	cmscholarship.goa.gov.in
Mukhyamantri Yuva Swavalamban Yojana (EBC)	digitalgujarat.gov.in
Dr. Ambedkar Medhavi Chhattar Sanshodhit Yojna, Haryana	harchhatravratti.highereduhry.ac.in
Consolidated Stipend Scheme for SC Students, Haryana	harchhatravratti.highereduhry.ac.in
Mukhya Mantri Protsahan Yojana	sewa.haryana.gov.in
Higher Education Special Scholarship (SC/ST Hostellers)	tntribalwelfare.tn.gov.in
Post-Matric Other State Scholarship (ST/SC/General)	scholarship.up.gov.in
Swami Vivekananda Merit-cum-Means Scholarship (SVMCM)	oasis.gov.in
E-Kalyan Scholarship (SC/ST/OBC)	e-kalyan.jharkhand.gov.in
Vidyasiri Scholarship	karepass.cgg.gov.in
E-Grantz Scholarship (SC/ST/OBC)	egrantz.kerala.gov.in
Mukhya Mantri Medhavi Vidyarthi Yojana	scholarshipportal.mp.nic.in
Post-Matric Scholarship for Disabled Students	scholarships.gov.in
Post-Matric Scholarship for VJNT/SBC Students	mahadbt.maharashtra.gov.in
Rajarshi Chhatrapati Shahu Maharaj Shikshan Shulk Shishyavrutti Yojna, Maharashtra	mahadbt.maharashtra.gov.in
DOA Dr. Punjabrao Deshmukh Vasatigruh Nirvah Bhatta Yojna, Maharashtra	mahadbt.maharashtra.gov.in
Meghalaya Border Area Scholarship	megeducation.gov.in
e-Medhabruti Scholarship Scheme, Odisha	scholarship.odisha.gov.in
Dr. Ambedkar Scholarship Scheme (SC/OBC)	harchhatravratti.highereduhry.ac.in
UP Post Matric Scholarship	UP Scholarship Portal
Rajasthan Mukhyamantri Sarvajan Uchch Shiksha Chatravritti Yojana	sje.rajasthan.gov.in

Note –

Many scholarships are managed through the National Scholarship Portal (NSP) at scholarships.gov.in. Students should check eligibility and apply for central schemes through this portal.

State-specific scholarships (e.g., Assam, Haryana, Maharashtra, etc.) are accessible via their respective state portals. Always verify the application deadlines (e.g., 30/11/2024 for central schemes, 30/06/2025 for Maharashtra schemes).

For schemes without specific links, students should visit the official scholarship portals of their respective state governments or contact the relevant authorities (e.g., the Department of Social Justice and Empowerment).

Biometric KYC is mandatory for SC students applying for Pre-Matric and Post-Matric scholarships in some states for the 2024-25 session.

Always refer to the respective portal for detailed eligibility criteria, income limits, and required documents (e.g., Aadhaar, income certificate).

Documents Required to Apply for Post-Matric Scholarships

Eligible students applying for a post-matric scholarship should keep the following documents ready while submitting their application:

Aadhaar card or Enrolment Slip
Domicile Certificate
Recent Passport-Size Photograph
Cancelled Cheque or Bank Passbook Copy
Caste Certificate
Income Certificate
Marksheet and Certificates of the Previous Qualifying Examination
Bonafide Certificate
Fee Receipt
Disability/Gap/Marital/Death Certificates (if applicable)

Also Read – Pre-Matric Scholarship

Eligibility Criteria for Post-Matric Scholarships

Below are the eligibility criteria for each Post-Matric Scholarship listed. Students planning to apply must fulfill these requirements to avail the benefits under the schemes.

Students must be studying in Class 11, 12, or pursuing higher education (diploma, undergraduate, postgraduate, or professional courses like engineering, medical, or law) at a recognised institution in India.
Applicants must belong to the SC, ST, OBC, EBC, or minority communities.
Annual family income from all sources should generally not exceed ₹2.5 lakh for SC/ST and ₹1-2.5 lakh for OBC/EBC/minorities, though specific limits may vary by scheme and state.
Applicants must be permanent residents of the state/Union Territory (UT) where they are applying, as determined by state-specific domicile rules.
Many schemes require a minimum of 50% marks in the previous final examination for both fresh applications and renewals.
The institution must be government-recognised or affiliated with bodies like the National Council for Vocational Training (NCVT) for technical/vocational courses.

Other Conditions:

Certain schemes (e.g., minority scholarships) are restricted to a maximum of two children per family.
Students who fail the same class more than once become ineligible for benefits during that academic year or until they are promoted.
Linking Aadhaar with a bank account is typically required to receive benefits through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).

Also Read – CBSE Scholarship

Post-Matric Scholarship – FAQs

What are the eligibility criteria for Post-Matric Scholarships?

Students from SC, ST, OBC, EBC, or minority communities pursuing post-secondary education are eligible. Applicants must have at least 50% marks in their previous exam, and family income should generally not exceed ₹2.5 lakh (SC/ST) or ₹2 lakh (minorities). Criteria may vary by state/scheme.

How can I apply for Post-Matric Scholarships?

Apply via the National Scholarship Portal (scholarships.gov.in) or state portals like scholarship.up.gov.in or ssp.karnataka.gov.in. Register, fill the form, upload required documents (Aadhaar, income, caste certificates, mark sheets), and submit with institute verification.

What is the last date for Post-Matric Scholarship applications?

Deadlines vary by scheme and state. For Central Sector schemes on NSP, the last date is 30th October 2025. Visit the respective portal for state-specific deadlines.

What are the amount and benefits of Post-Matric Scholarships?

Benefits include ₹230–₹1200/month as maintenance allowance, full tuition fee reimbursement, book grants, thesis typing charges, and more. Minority scholarships can cover up to ₹10,000/year. Check specific schemes for detailed amounts.

How can I check the status of my Post-Matric Scholarship application?

Log in to scholarships.gov.in or state portals using your Application ID or SAT number. Navigate to the 'Track Application Status' section to view real-time updates. Contact the portal helpline if issues persist.