The scholarship will be provided to all the candidates fulfilling the eligibility criteria.
Pre Matric Scholarships (Class 9-10) for ST Students, Odisha 2026-27
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Eligibility
ST students of Odisha studying in Class 9 and 10
Region
India
Award
An annual scholarship of up to ₹5,250 and other benefits
Deadline
Closed
About The Program
Pre-Matric Scholarships (Class 9-10) for ST Students, Odisha 2026-27 is an initiative of the ST & SC and MBC Welfare Department, Government of Odisha, for students in Classes 9 and 10. The scheme aims to motivate students and provide financial support to help them complete their pre-matriculation or secondary education. Selected students will receive an academic allowance up to ₹5,250 per annum.
EligibilityDeadline Date: Closed
To be eligible for this scholarship, an applicant must:-
- be domiciled in Odisha
- belong to the Scheduled Tribe (ST) category of the state
- be a regular full-time student in Class 9 or 10 at a government school, or a school recognised by the government or a central/state board of secondary education
- have a total family income not exceeding ₹2,50,000 per annum
- not be receiving any other scholarship
Note:- If a student is awarded two scholarships simultaneously, they may choose one and must formally communicate their preference to the awarding authorities through their institution's head.
Benefits
The selected scholars will receive a consolidated allowance as follows:
| Item | Day Scholar (₹ annually) | Hostelers (₹ annually) | ||
| Scholarship for 10 months | 2,250 | 5,250 | ||
| Books and ad hoc grant | 750 | 1,000 | ||
Note:- In addition to the scholarship, an additional grant of ₹800 monthly (₹9,600 annually) will be given to the Divyangjan student who is a hosteler and ₹600 monthly (₹7,200 annually) to a day scholar. The disability as defined under the Act has to be certified by a competent medical authority of the State Govt./U.T. Administration. The provisions of disability allowance will also apply to leprosy-cured and students having sickle cell anaemia or Thalassemia, with the necessary certificate.
Documents
- A passport-szie photograph
- Aadhaar number
- Domicile certificate
- Caste certificate issued by a competent authority of the state
- Family income certificate
- Disability certificate (if applicable)
How can you apply?
Eligible applicants can apply by following these steps:-
Step 1: Click on the 'Apply Now' button below.
Step 2: Click on the 'Register' button and fill in the required registration details. (Note:- If already registered, log in using Gmail/Mobile number/Email ID).
Step 3: Click the 'Login' button.
Step 4: Click 'Register Here'. Read all the instructions carefully, tick the checkbox, and click 'Proceed'
Step 5: Enter your 'Aadhaar Number' and click 'Get OTP'
Step 6: Enter the OTP that you receive on your registered mobile number and click 'Verify OTP'
Step 7: Fill in all the mentioned details and click the 'Register' button.
Step 8: Login in with your User ID and Password to apply for the scheme.
Important Dates
Application Deadline: October 30, 2026
Selection Criteria
Important documents
Contact Details
ST & SC Development, Minorities & Backward Classes Welfare Department
Lok Seba Bhawan (Odisha Secretariat),
Bhubaneswar, 751001, Odisha, India
Email ID: scholarshipstsc@gmail.com l Contact No. 155335 / 1800-345-6770
Source: scholarship.odisha.gov.in
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FAQ's
Question: Who is offering this scholarship opportunity?
Answer: This scholarship opportunity is being provided by the ST & SC Development, Minorities & Backward Classes Welfare Department.
Question: Who can apply for this scholarship?
Answer: ST students of Odisha studying in Class 9 and 10 can apply for this scholarship.
Question: What is the amount provided by this scholarship?
Answer: Selected students will receive an annual scholarship of up to ₹5,250 and other benefits.
Question: What is the application deadline for this scholarship?
Answer: The application deadline for this scholarship is October 30, 2026.
Question: What is the mode of application for this scholarship?
Answer: Students must apply for this scholarship online through the Odisha State Scholarship Portal.
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