Odisha Government Scholarship 2024: Last Date, Eligibility, Benefits

The Odisha Government scholarships are meant to help the students of the state in pursuing their educational goals. Students from all walks of life, especially those belonging to SC/ST/OBC or economically backward categories can apply for these schemes. The scholarships are also awarded based on the student’s academic and financial background. This blog will cover all the information on these schemes, such as their eligibility criteria, benefits, and application process. Read on to know more!

Number of scholarships offered	100+
Beneficiaries	Students from all castes, including ST, SC, OBC, and EBC, and economically disadvantaged families
Types of scholarships available	Pre-matric, post-matric, merit-based, poverty-based, and social background-based
Application process	Available through the Odisha State Scholarship Portal
Deadlines	Varies with the scholarship

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List of Odisha Government Scholarships in 2024

When it comes to higher education, the Government of Odisha has numerous scholarships available for its resident students. As of 2023, it has invested around INR 1,200 crore for scholarships, indicating its commitment to quality education. Some of the top Odisha Govt Scholarships in 2023 are as follows:

1. e-Medhabruti Scholarship
2. Biju Yuba Sashaktikaran Yojana (LAPTOP DBT)
3. Gopabandhu Sikhya Sahayata Yojana
4. Kalinga Sikhya Sathi Yojana (Loan Scheme)
5. Vyasakabi Fakirmohan Bhasabruti Scholarship
6. Prof. Ghanshyam Dash Scholarship for Higher Education
7. Central Sector Scheme Scholarships for Meritorious Students
8. Vidyadhan Scholarship Program 
9. Financial Assistance to Sportspersons

Let’s get to know these schemes in further detail.

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e-Medhabruti Scholarship

This Odisha govt scholarship scheme provides financial aid to 14,500 students on various education levels: UG, PG, professional, and technical courses. Started by the Higher Education Department, it grants up to INR 20,000 to eligible students. 

Eligibility Criteria: Let’s take a look at its eligibility criteria for different categories of students:

Course	Eligibility
UG	Have cleared 12th CSHE/ICSE/CBSE, or an equivalent exam with a minimum 60% marks.
PG	Have a 3-year UG or an equivalent degree with a minimum of 60% marks
Technical and Professional courses	Have cleared 12th CSHE/ICSE/CBSE, or an equivalent exam with a minimum of 60% marks.

Scholarship Amount: Like the eligibility criteria, the scholarship amount of these schemes also varies as given below:

e- Medhabruti Scholarship	Amount
INR 5,000 pa to each selected student for 3 years	INR 10,000 pa to each selected student for 2 years
PG Merit	INR 10,000 pa to each selected students for 2 years
Professional and Technical courses	INR 10,000 pa to each selected student per the course duration

How to Apply?: Here’s the common application process for scholarships under the e-Medhabruti scheme:

• Go to the Medhabruti website and click on the “Online Application Form” link.
• On the Common Application Form, select the course level option you want to apply for.
• Fill in all of the required information on the application form.
• Upload the necessary documents and submit the application.

When to Apply?: Between October and December

Last Date to Apply: 25 February 2024

Biju Yuba Sashaktikaran Yojana (LAPTOP DBT)

Eligibility Criteria: To be eligible for this Odisha govt scholarship, the applicant must:

• Be a resident/domicile of the state of Odisha.
• Have passed the Higher Secondary Examination (HSE) from the Council of Higher Secondary Education, Odisha, or the Upshastri Examination from Shree Jagannath Sanskrit University, Puri.
• Have scored a minimum of 70% marks in the HSE or Upshastri Examination.
• Be between 18 – 25 years of age.

Scholarship Amount: Eligible students receive INR 30,000 per year 

How to Apply?: Here’s the application process for this scholarship:

• Visit the official website of the State Scholarship Portal
• Click on the “Login” button.
• If you are a new user, click on the “New student? Register here” link.
• Fill in the registration form and submit it.
• Once you have registered, log in to your account and click on the “Schemes and Scholarship” tab.
• Select the “Biju Yuva Sashaktikaran Yojana” scheme and click on the “Apply Now” button.
• Fill in the application form and upload the required documents.
• Submit the application form.

When to apply?: Between March and May

Last Date to Apply: To be announced for 2024

Gopabandhu Sikhya Sahayata Yojana

Eligibility Criteria: To avail of this Odisha govt scholarship, the applicant must be:

• A citizen of India.
• A resident of Odisha.
• Pursuing a full-time UG/PG course (non-technical, technical, or professional) at a government university in Odisha or a college/institution recognized by the state government.
• Having a family income of less than INR 1.2 lakh per annum from all sources.
• Having passed the qualifying examination with at least 50% marks.

Scholarship Amount: INR 20,000 per year to eligible students in both UG and PG courses.

How to Apply?: The application process for the Gopabandhu Sikhya Sahayata Yojana is as follows:

• Visit the official website of the Higher Education Department, Odisha
• Download the application form.
• Fill out the application form carefully and submit it along with all the required documents to the concerned college/university.
• The college/university will forward the application form to the Higher Education Department for further processing.

When to Apply?: Between August to September

Last Date to Apply: To be announced for 2024

Note: The scholarship amount is disbursed to the selected students in two installments, one in the middle of the academic year and the other at the end of the academic year.

Kalinga Sikhya Sathi Yojana (Loan Scheme)

Eligibility Criteria: The eligibility criteria for this Odisha govt scholarship is as follows:

The applicant must be-

• A resident of Odisha.
• Having an annual family income of less than INR 6 lakhs.
• Admitted to a recognized higher education institution in India or abroad.
• Pursuing a full-time UG, PG, or professional course.

Loan Amount: INR 10 lakhs (maximum) with 1% interest on loan amount. The interest’s balance amount will be borne by the state government.

How to Apply?: Here’s how you can apply for KSSY Loan scheme:

• Download the application form from the official website of the Higher Education Department, Odisha.
• Fill up the application form and submit it to the concerned bank along with the required documents.
• The bank will process the application and sanction the loan if the applicant meets all the eligibility criteria.

Note: 

• The interest subvention under KSSY will be provided for the entire period of the loan, including the moratorium period.
• The moratorium period for education loans is usually course period plus one year.
• The loan repayment period under KSSY is up to 15 years.

When to Apply?: Between June and July (check the website for exact dates)

Vyasakabi Fakirmohan Bhasabruti Scholarship

Eligibility Criteria: To benefit from this Odisha Govt scholarship, the applicant must have/be:

• A resident of Odisha
• Scored a minimum of 60% marks in English subject in their HSE.
• Pursuing their UG/PG degree from a recognized Indian university.
• Having a family income of less than INR 8 lakhs per annum.

Scholarship Amount: INR 5,000 (for UG students), INR 7,000 (for PG students)

How to Apply?: 

• Download the application form from the Odisha Higher Education Department website.
• Fill in the application form carefully and provide all the required information.
• Attach the required documents to the application form.
• Submit the application form to the concerned district education office.

Last Date to Apply: 25 February 2024

Contact Information – 

Odisha Higher Education Department

Block 7, Lok Seva Bhawan

Bhubaneswar – 751001

Phone: 0674-2534417

When to Apply?: Between January to February

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Documents Required

Here’s a list of common documents required while applying for Odisha government scholarships. These documents will be needed for submission and verification processes:

• Applicant’s recent passport-size photograph
• Caste certificate
• Income certificate
• Aadhaar card (copy)
• Applicant’s bank account passbook’s first page 
• Domicile certificate issued by Tehsildar/Addl. Tehsildar (copy)
• Resident proof (if the applicant’s parents are Odisha State Government employees)
• Mark sheets and certificate of last qualifying exam (as per scholarships)

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