Telangana Scholarship Eligibility Criteria
Applicants applying for the Telangana scholarship must fulfill a specific set of eligibility criteria. One common requirement across all schemes is that students must be domiciled in Telangana. Other eligibility criteria vary depending on the specific scholarship scheme. Scheme-wise eligibility details are provided in the table below.
Telangana Scholarships 2025: Eligibility Criteria
| Scholarship Name | Eligibility Criteria |
| Post-Matric Scholarship (PMS) for SC/ST/BC/Disabled Category, Telangana | – Open to students from SC/ST/BC/EBC/Disabled categories.
– Must have passed Class 10 with at least 75% attendance each quarter. – Applicable for post-matric studies (Class 11 to post-graduation). |
| Telangana Pre-Matric Scholarships for SC/ST/BC/PwD Students | – Open for SC/ST/BC/EBC/Minority/Disabled students in Classes 9 and 10.
– Eligible applicants must meet the following income criteria: SC/ST and BC/Minority (Urban): below ₹2,00,000
EBC/Disabled: below ₹1,00,000 – A minimum of 75% attendance is required at the end of each quarter. |
| Mahatma Jyothiba Phule Overseas Vidya Nidhi Scholarship, Telangana | – Applicable to Backward Class graduate students pursuing postgraduation abroad.
– Secured minimum 60% marks in undergraduate degree (engineering, management, sciences, humanities, agriculture, medicine, etc.). – Age must be below 30 years as of 1st July of the application year.
– Applicants must be the only child in the family. |
| Chief Minister’s Overseas Scholarship Scheme for Minorities, Telangana | – Open to minority community students.
– Secured at least 60% in graduation/postgraduation in Engineering, Pure Sciences, Management, Social Sciences, Humanities, Agriculture, Medicine, or Nursing. – Must intend to pursue postgraduate/doctoral studies abroad (USA, UK, Canada, Singapore, or Australia). – Family income must be below ₹2,00,000 per annum. – Applicants must be under 30 years of age as of July 1 of the application year. |
| Vidyadhan Intermediate (1st year) Scholarship Program, Telangana | – Passed Class 10/SSC in 2025
– Scored ≥ 90% or 9 CGPA (≥ 75% or 7.5 CGPA for students with disabilities) – Annual family income below ₹2,00,000 |
How to Apply for Telangana Scholarship?
Applying for a Telangana scholarship is a straightforward process designed to support students from diverse backgrounds. Eligible candidates can apply online through the official scholarship portals by submitting the required documents.
Telangana Scholarship 2025: Application Portal
| Scholarship Name | Application Portal |
| Telangana Post Matric Scholarship (PMS) for SC/ST/BC/Disabled Welfare | Apply online through the official website of Telangana Epass |
| Telangana Pre-Matric Scholarships For SC/ST/BC/Disabled Welfare | Apply online through the official website of Telangana Epass |
| Mahatma Jyothiba Phule BC Overseas Vidya Nidhi, Telangana | Apply online through the official website of Telangana Epass |
| Chief Minister’s Overseas Scholarship Scheme for Minorities | Apply online through the official website of Telangana ePass |
| Vidyadhan Scholarship Program | Apply online through the official website of the Sarojini Damodaran Foundation |
Also Read: Telangana ePASS Scholarship – Check, Status & Eligibility
Telangana Scholarship Required Documents
Applicants are required to keep the following documents handy while applying for the Telangana scholarship:
- A recent passport‑size photograph
- Student’s Aadhaar card linked to bank account
- Income certificate issued via MeeSeva
- Caste certificate issued by MeeSeva
- Domicile certificate
- Bonafide certificate
- Attendance certificate/report (if required)
- Marksheet of the last qualifying examination
- First page of bank passbook
Additional Documents for Overseas Scholarships
In addition to the above list, students applying under overseas schemes must carry original documents and one set of certificates attested by a Gazetted Officer for verification, including:
- Graduation consolidated marksheets
- Seat allotment or admission letter from the foreign university
- English test scores (TOEFL/IELTS/PTE) and/or GRE/GMAT
- Passport copy & Visa documents
Also Read: Telangana Post-Matric Scholarship 2025 – Application Dates, Eligibility and Amount
Telangana Scholarship Benefits
| Scholarship Name | Scholarship Amount |
| Telangana Post-Matric Scholarship (PMS) for SC/ST/BC/Disabled Welfare | – Up to 100% reimbursement in tuition fees (for most of the courses)
– Up to ₹20,000 or actual fee (for self-financed courses) |
| Telangana Pre-Matric Scholarships For SC/ST/BC/Disabled Welfare | – Classes 5-8: ₹100/month (boys), ₹150/month (girls) for 10 months.
-Classes 9-10: Varies based on category and course. |
| Mahatma Jyothiba Phule BC Overseas Vidya Nidhi, Telangana | Up to ₹20,00,000 for tuition, living expenses, airfare, visa fees, and health insurance |
| Chief Minister’s Overseas Scholarship Scheme for Minorities | Up to ₹20,00,000 for tuition, living expenses, one-way economy airfare, and visa charges |
| Vidyadhan Scholarship Program | – ₹10,000/year for Classes 11 and 12.
– ₹10,000 to ₹75,000/year for graduation courses, depending on the course and duration |
Telangana Scholarship – Important Links
| Scholarship Name | Links |
| Telangana Post-matric Scholarships for Fresh Registration(2025-26) | CLICK HERE |
| Telangana Pre-matric Scholarships for SC/ST/BC/PWD Students Fresh Registration (2025-26) | CLICK HERE |
| Telangana Pre-matric Scholarships For SC/ST/BC Renewal Registration (2024-25) | CLICK HERE |
| Telangana Post-matric Scholarships For Renewal Registration(2025-26) | CLICK HERE |
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Telangana Scholarship – FAQs
Who is eligible to apply for Telangana scholarships?
Students who are residents of Telangana and belong to SC, ST, BC, EBC, Minority, or Disabled categories are eligible, subject to meeting academic and income criteria.
What types of scholarships are offered in Telangana?
Telangana offers Pre-Matric, Post-Matric, Overseas Study, and Merit-based scholarships to support students from different social and economic backgrounds.
How can students apply for Telangana scholarships?
Students can apply online through https://telanganaepass.cgg.gov.in by registering with their personal, academic, and bank details.
What documents are required for the application?
Essential documents include Aadhaar card, income and caste certificates, bonafide certificate, mark sheets, passport-size photo, and bank passbook.
Is there an income limit to apply?
Yes. For SC/ST students, family income must be ≤ ₹2 lakh. For BC/EBC/Minority students: ≤ ₹1.5 lakh (rural) or ₹2 lakh (urban), depending on the scheme.
How is the scholarship amount disbursed?
Funds are directly transferred to the student’s Aadhaar-linked bank account via the ePASS system.
Whom should students contact for help or grievances?
Contact the ePASS helpline at 040-23120311 or email help.telanganaepass@cgg.gov.in for support.
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