Jharkhand State Scheduled Caste Post-Matric Scholarship Scheme is an initiative started by Department of Scheduled Tribe, Scheduled Caste, Minority Welfare GoI (Government Of Jharkhand). The goal of the scheme is to enable ever increasing the level of academics among Scheduled Caste (SC) students of Jharkhand for which fees, academics and maintenance subsidy will be given to them. This help SC students in their post matric and enhance the results in higher studies.
Benefits
The scholarship covers tuition fees, academic allowances, and maintenance fees based on course classification:
| Course Group | Hosteller (₹) | Day-Scholar (₹) |
|---|---|---|
| Group-1 “A” | 1,00,000 | 90,000 |
| Group-1 “B” | 90,000 | 85,000 |
| Group-1 “C” | 85,000 | 80,000 |
| Group-2 “A” | 75,000 | 70,000 |
| Group-2 “B” | 70,000 | 65,000 |
| Group-2 “C” | 65,000 | 60,000 |
| Group-3 | 45,000 | 40,000 |
| Group-4 | 35,000 | 30,000 |
Key Notes:
- The amount is directly credited to the Aadhaar-linked bank account through DBT (Direct Benefit Transfer).
- Funding Source: 60% by the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of India and 40% by the Jharkhand State Government.
- Students must adhere to the attendance system prescribed by their educational institution.
- If a student changes their course, they are eligible for the scholarship only if they did not receive it for the previous course in the same academic year.
Eligibility Criteria
- The applicant must be a permanent resident of Jharkhand.
- The student must belong to the Scheduled Caste (SC) category.
- The family’s annual income must not exceed ₹2,50,000/-.
- The student must be enrolled in a recognized educational institution registered on the departmental scholarship portal.
- Must be pursuing a post-matric course (Degree, Diploma, Certificate, or equivalent).
- Students receiving other government scholarships are not eligible.
Classification of Courses
- Group 1: Professional Degree/Postgraduate courses in A++ to B++ NAAC-accredited institutions.
- Group 2: Vocational & diploma courses requiring Class 12 or higher qualifications.
- Group 3: Polytechnic and other technical/non-technical courses not covered in Groups 1 or 2.
- Group 4: Graduate and Postgraduate courses.
- Group 5: All post-matriculation (Post-Class X level non-degree courses).
Application Process
Online Application (e-Kalyan Portal)
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Student Registration:
- Visit the e-Kalyan portal designated by the Department of Scheduled Tribes, Scheduled Castes, Minorities, and Backward Classes Welfare.
- Enter Aadhaar number, name, date of birth, gender, and mobile number to register.
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Filling Application:
- After validation, an Application ID will be generated.
- Enter Aadhaar-linked bank account details (applications with incorrect bank details will be rejected).
- Upload scanned copies of required documents.
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Verification by Institution:
- The application is verified by the educational institution through the departmental portal.
- Unverified applications will be rejected.
Note: Offline applications are not accepted.
Documents Required
- Residential Certificate (Issued by the Circle Officer or higher authority).
- Caste Certificate.
- Income Certificate.
- Aadhaar Card (Mandatory for DBT transfer).
- Bank Passbook Copy (Aadhaar-linked).
- Previous Academic Marksheet.
- Fee Receipt of Current Course.
Guidelines for Educational Institutions
- Institutions must register on the scholarship portal within the stipulated timeframe.
- They must submit NAAC/NBA accreditation details and an AISHE/U-DISE code.
- Each institution must appoint an Institute Nodal Officer (INO) to manage scholarship-related queries.
- Institutions must upload geo-tagged photographs of hostels and students benefiting from the scheme.
- A two-member inspection team will physically verify institutions outside the state every three years.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- Q: Who is eligible for this scholarship?
Students belonging to the Scheduled Caste (SC) category, permanent residents of Jharkhand, pursuing post-matric courses in recognized institutions, and having a family income below ₹2.5 lakh per annum. - Q: What types of courses are covered?
Professional, vocational, diploma, polytechnic, and post-matriculation courses (degree & postgraduate). - Q: How do students apply?
Through the e-Kalyan portal by filling out the online application, uploading necessary documents, and submitting it for institutional verification. - Q: Is offline application accepted?
No, offline applications are not accepted. - Q: What documents are required for the application?
Residential, caste, income certificates, Aadhaar, bank passbook, academic mark sheets, and fee receipts. - Q: How is the scholarship amount disbursed?
The amount is directly transferred to the Aadhaar-linked bank account through DBT. - Q: Can a student receive this scholarship along with another government scholarship?
No, students availing other scholarships from the state or central government are not eligible. - Q: Can any educational institution participate in this scheme?
Only institutions registered on the portal with AISHE/U-DISE accreditation are eligible. - Q: Can the income limit change?
Yes, income criteria are subject to revision by the government. - Q: What should students do if they face delays in payments?
They should contact the e-Kalyan helpline or their institution’s nodal officer. - Q: Can students change their course and still avail the scholarship?
Yes, but only if they did not receive the scholarship for their previous course in the same academic year. - Q: How can complaints be filed?
Through the e-Kalyan grievance portal or the District Welfare Office. - Q: Can students studying outside Jharkhand avail of the scheme?
Yes, but only for courses not available within Jharkhand. - Q: How is the scheme monitored?
The Tribal Welfare Commissioner oversees inspections, institutional audits, and periodic physical verification of institutions.