The Odisha Government, through its School & Mass Education Department, has launched the Pathani Samanta Mathematics Talent Scholarship (PSMTS) to provide meritorious Scheduled Tribe (ST) students of Odisha with Mathematics proficiency. The scholarship will assist students in continuing their studies in Class XI and XII in Odia medium Government/Aided/Recognized Higher Secondary Schools. The scheme provides financial support to the top 1000 students who are chosen for this scheme.
Objective:
The main objective of the Pathani Samanta Mathematics Talent Scholarship is to provide financial aid to meritorious Scheduled Tribe students who excel in Mathematics, enabling them to pursue their studies in Class XI and XII. The scholarship will help in the academic development of students with an interest in Mathematics and will serve as a source of motivation for pursuing higher studies in this field.
Merit Criteria for Selection:
- The student must fulfill the eligibility criteria outlined in the scheme.
- The Principal/Head of the concerned institution must authenticate the student’s records online.
- A final merit list will be drawn based on aggregate marks, with specific emphasis on the marks obtained in Mathematics in the HSC Exam provided by BSE (O).
- In case of a tie, the candidate’s position will be decided based on the marks secured in SCP.
Procedure for Disbursement:
- The scholarship is awarded after the students meet the eligibility criteria and their records are authenticated by the Principal of their respective schools.
- The scholarship amount is transferred to the students via Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) into their bank accounts.
Duration of Scholarship and Renewal:
- The scholarship will be awarded for 10 months in a year.
- It is renewable if the student progresses to the next class (Class XII) and is authenticated by the Principal of the institution. If a student is promoted, their names will be updated in the Principal’s login ID for the renewal process.
Benefits:
- Monthly Stipend: The selected students will receive ₹5,000 per month for 10 months.
- Multiple Scholarship Eligibility: Students can avail of multiple scholarships simultaneously, including PSMTS.
- Book Grants: A book grant is provided annually.
- DBT Mode: Scholarship disbursement will be done through the DBT method for direct transfer into the students’ bank accounts.
Eligibility:
- The student must be a Scheduled Tribe and a permanent resident of Odisha.
- The student should be enrolled in Class XI or XII in a recognized Higher Secondary School affiliated with the Council of Higher Secondary Education, Odisha (CHSE Odisha).
- The student must have proficiency in Mathematics.
- No income criteria are required for eligibility under this scheme.
- Students must not be in full-time employment while availing of the scholarship.
- Students who fail in their exams will not be eligible for the scholarship unless recommended by the Head of the Institution for a one-time stipend for re-attempting the class.
Application Process (Online):
- Step 1: Visit the official portal and click on the registration link to apply. Scholarship Portal
- Step 2: Enter your Aadhaar number to proceed with the application.
- Step 3: After registration, check your email/mobile for the User ID and Password.
- Step 4: Log in to the portal and fill in the necessary personal, academic, eligibility, and bank details.
- Step 5: Save the form as a draft or proceed to submit the form.
- Step 6: Review and download the completed form and take a printout for your records.
- Step 7: Submit the signed copy of the form to the concerned institution for online validation.
Post-Application Process:
- Validation: After submitting the application, it must be validated by the Principal/Head of the institution.
- Awarding Scholarship: The Director of Higher Secondary Education (O) will award the scholarship to the top 1000 students after verifying the online application.
- DBT Payment: The scholarship amount will be directly transferred to the students’ bank accounts via Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).
Documents Required:
- Aadhaar Card of the student.
- Bank passbook copy with account number and IFSC code.
- Passport-size photograph of the student.
- College ID card (or admission receipt/library card).
- Mark sheets and certificates of the last qualifying examination (HSC).
- Caste Certificate for ST students.
- Proof of bank account (joint account with one parent).
Note:
- Aadhaar is mandatory for applying to the scheme.
- Students must have an active joint bank account for direct transfer.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs):
Q1: The Pathani Samanta Mathematics Talent Scholarship (PSMTS) serves for what purpose?
A1: The goal is to provide gifted Odisha Scheduled Tribe kids who excel in Mathematics financial support for Class XI and XII studies.
Q2: Under this scheme, what is the scholarship amount ?
A2: For ten months out of a year, the worthy students will receive ₹5,000 every month.
Q3: For what scholarship may one apply?
A3: Students qualified are those from Scheduled Tribe communities pursuing Class XI or XII in approved Higher Secondary Schools in Odisha, with strong mathematical ability.
Q4: Should I be qualified to apply for this scholarship even now I have another one?
A4: Indeed, but just one scholarship available for use by students. They must pick the most practical one and give up the other.
Q5: Is eligibility to apply for the scholarship dependent on income?
A5: Under this programme, eligibility does not depend on income level.
Q6: How might I apply for the scholarship?
A6: Applications sent online via the official scholarship website. Students must complete the form and ask their university to validate it.
Q7: Does applying call for an Aadhaar number?
A7: Apply for the scholarship using an Aadhaar number; it is absolutely required.
Q8: Should I lack a bank account, may I still apply?
A8: Students should open a shared bank account so DBT may send the stipend to them.