Every year lakhs of Odisha students apply for scholarships, but many miss out because they pick the wrong scheme, upload the wrong documents or do not know why their application is stuck. All major state scholarships are now on one website, the Odisha State Scholarship Portal (scholarship.odisha.gov.in).
This guide explains the main schemes for 2026-27, who can apply, documents, the online process, institute verification, and how to check status and payment, based on the official portal as of 26 October 2026.
Quick Answer
- Where: Apply and check status on the State Scholarship Portal scholarship.odisha.gov.in. One Aadhaar-based registration covers all its schemes.
- Main schemes: Pre- and Post-Matric Scholarship (ST, SC, OBC/SEBC, EBC), e-Medhabruti merit scholarships (₹10,000–₹20,000 a year), Junior Merit, Pathani Samanta and Banishree.
- Keep ready: Aadhaar with a linked mobile, an Aadhaar-seeded bank account in the student’s name, income, caste and residence certificates, and the last mark sheet.
- Help: Sanjog Helpline 155335 or 1800-345-6770 (9 AM–5 PM, government working days).
Major Odisha Scholarship Schemes in 2026
The table lists the main schemes on the portal’s All Schemes page for 2026-27. Pre- and post-matric schemes are run by the ST & SC Development, Minorities & Backward Classes Welfare Department; e-Medhabruti by the Higher Education Department; Junior Merit and Pathani Samanta by the School & Mass Education Department.
| Scheme | For whom | Amount (per year) |
| Pre-Matric Scholarship | ST, SC, OBC/SEBC and EBC students of Class IX–X | ST: ₹6,250 hosteller / ₹3,000 day scholar; SC: ₹7,000 / ₹3,500; OBC/SEBC and EBC: ₹4,000 |
| Post-Matric Scholarship | ST, SC, OBC/SEBC and EBC students in +2, degree, technical and professional courses | Academic allowance plus course fee, as per scheme guidelines |
| e-Medhabruti – UG Merit | Plus 3 (degree), BBA, BCA and similar courses | ₹10,000 |
| e-Medhabruti – PG Merit | M.A., M.Com., M.Sc. | ₹15,000 |
| e-Medhabruti – Technical and Professional | B.Tech, medical, nursing, law and other professional courses | ₹20,000 |
| Junior Merit Scholarship | Plus 2 (Class XI–XII) students | ₹3,000 (10,000 scholarships) |
| Pathani Samanta Mathematics Talent | Plus 2 (Class XI–XII) students | ₹5,000 (1,000 scholarships) |
| Banishree | Students with disability, Class I to PhD | As per course |
Other schemes on the portal include Nirman Shramik Kalyan Yojana (for children of registered construction workers), Gopabandhu Sikhya Sahayata Yojana, Vyasakabi Fakirmohan Bhasabruti, Green Passage for orphans, Sudakshya for girls, Krishi Vidya Nidhi and the laptop DBT scheme. Central scholarships are applied for separately on the National Scholarship Portal.
Note: Each scheme has its own last date, and dates are often extended. For the current 2026-27 deadlines, see our State Scholarship 2026-27 last date update and the Announcement section of the portal.
Who Can Apply for Odisha Scholarships?
Each scheme has its own rules based on class or course, category, family income and marks. In general, state scholarships are for:
- Odisha residents studying regularly in a government, aided or recognised institution.
- SC, ST, OBC/SEBC and EBC students (pre-matric and post-matric schemes).
- Meritorious students of any category who meet the marks and income limits (merit schemes).
- Special groups such as students with disability, orphans, girls and children of construction workers.
The easiest way to find your schemes is the portal’s Check Eligibility tool: enter your category, course, family income and last exam marks to see the schemes you may qualify for. Being shown a scheme does not guarantee the scholarship.
Eligibility Rules of the Main Schemes
These are the key conditions listed on the portal’s Eligibility Details for 2026-27:
| Scheme | Family income limit | Marks / other conditions |
| Pre-Matric (Class IX–X) | Up to ₹2,50,000 a year | Regular full-time student in a government or recognised school. OBC/SEBC and EBC students must study in a government school. Scholarship for a class is given only once. |
| Post-Matric | Up to ₹2,50,000 a year | Permanent resident of Odisha. OBC/SEBC and EBC students need at least 50% marks in the last qualifying exam. Not available for the same stage of education again (for example B.Com after B.A.). |
| e-Medhabruti (UG, PG, Technical/Professional) | Up to ₹8,00,000 a year | At least 55% marks in the last exam. |
| Junior Merit (Plus 2) | Up to ₹6,00,000 a year | At least 60% marks in the last exam. |
For all these schemes, the money is paid only into the student’s own Aadhaar-seeded bank account. Income means the parents’ or guardian’s annual income from all sources.
Documents Required for Odisha Scholarship
The portal lists these key documents. Keep clear scanned copies ready before you start:
- Student’s Aadhaar number, with a working mobile number linked to Aadhaar (for OTP)
- Passport-size photograph
- Parent’s or guardian’s income certificate – see our Odisha income certificate guide
- Caste certificate for SC, ST and OBC/SEBC students (EBC students give a self-declaration) – see our caste certificate guide
- Residence certificate (for merit schemes) – see our residence certificate guide
- Front page of the bank passbook (account number and IFSC)
- Academic certificates from matriculation onwards and the last mark sheet
- College ID card (merit schemes), disability certificate or hostel certificate if applicable
Our tip: Your name, gender and date of birth are taken directly from Aadhaar and cannot be edited on the portal. If any of these is wrong in Aadhaar, get it corrected first, otherwise your application may get stuck at verification.
How to Apply for Odisha Scholarship Online
Follow these steps on the official portal:
- Open scholarship.odisha.gov.in.
- New user: register with your 12-digit Aadhaar number and the OTP sent to your Aadhaar-linked mobile. Your User ID and password come by SMS and email.
- Log in and choose the Department and Scheme.
- Fill in student, academic, eligibility and bank details and upload documents. Use “Save as draft” to finish later; you can fill it in several sittings.
- Check the preview and submit. After final submission you cannot edit it yourself.
- Download and print the form. The final locked application carries a barcode.
For Class IX–X pre-matric scholarships, parents submit the documents in school and the Head Master or Head Mistress makes the online application for eligible students.
Freeship Card for ST and SC Students
ST and SC students joining a new course can apply for a Freeship Card on the portal with their income and caste certificates. Once the District Welfare Officer approves it, institutions are asked to admit the student without pre-payment of fees, and the card stays valid for the whole course. The card alone does not guarantee payment: you must still apply for the scholarship on the portal and get it sanctioned.
Institute Verification: What Happens After You Submit
After you submit, your application goes to your school, college or institute. The institute’s scholarship nodal officer checks your details and documents and forwards (validates) the application. It then goes to the approving authority of the department, such as the District Welfare Officer (DWO), for sanction.
- Institutes have their own validation deadline. For e-Medhabruti 2026-27 fresh applications, students could apply until 26 October 2026 and institutes can validate until 4 November 2026.
- Found a mistake after submitting? Tell your institute’s scholarship nodal person. The institute can “Revert” the application so you can correct it and submit again.
- Institute or course missing from the drop-down list? Ask your institute to contact the District Welfare Officer of its district to register it.
How to Check Odisha Scholarship Status and Payment
- Go to the Know Your Status page of the portal.
- Enter your Aadhaar number or Application Number.
- Click “Get OTP” and enter the OTP sent to your registered mobile.
- Your applicant information and application status are shown (for example, pending at the institute, pending with the approving authority, approved or rejected).
Approved scholarships are paid yearly by direct transfer to the student’s Aadhaar-seeded bank account. The portal does not publish a fixed payment date.
Rejection or Deficiency: Common Reasons and Fixes
An application can be sent back or rejected at the institute or department level. Common problems and fixes:
| Problem | What to do |
| Wrong detail in the submitted form | Ask your institute to “Revert” it, correct it in your login and resubmit before the institute’s deadline. |
| Name, gender or date of birth wrong | These come from Aadhaar and cannot be edited on the portal. Correct Aadhaar first. |
| Wrong Aadhaar number used | The application is liable to be rejected. Always use the student’s own Aadhaar. |
| Money not credited after approval | Check that the bank account is in the student’s name and Aadhaar-seeded, then call the helpline. |
Official Links and Helplines
| Service | Official link / contact |
| State Scholarship Portal (apply, login) | scholarship.odisha.gov.in |
| Check eligibility | scholarship.odisha.gov.in/check-eligibility |
| Know your status | scholarship.odisha.gov.in/know-your-status |
| All schemes and last dates | scholarship.odisha.gov.in/scholarship-details |
| Sanjog Helpline | 155335 / 1800-345-6770 (toll free), 9 AM to 5 PM on government working days |
| e-Medhabruti (Higher Education Dept.) | 0674-2396550, 0674-2323401 to 2323404; scholarshiphed@gmail.com |
| Pre/Post-Matric (ST & SC Dev. Dept.) | scholarshipstsc@gmail.com |
| Central scholarships | National Scholarship Portal |
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Odisha scholarship schemes?
They are scholarships from Odisha government departments for students from Class I to PhD: pre- and post-matric scholarships for ST, SC, OBC/SEBC and EBC students, merit scholarships like e-Medhabruti and Junior Merit, and special schemes. All are applied for on the State Scholarship Portal.
How can I check or apply for Odisha scholarship schemes online?
Register on scholarship.odisha.gov.in with your Aadhaar and OTP, log in, choose the department and scheme, fill the form and submit. To check status, use Know Your Status with your Aadhaar or application number.
What documents are required?
Mainly the student’s Aadhaar, photograph, income certificate, caste certificate (if applicable), residence certificate, bank passbook and mark sheets. Some schemes need extra documents.
How long does the process take?
There is no fixed number of days. The institute verifies first, then the department approves and the money is paid.
What should I do if the application or record is not showing?
Log in and check that you clicked final Submit, not only “Save as draft”. Then check Know Your Status. If your institute or course is missing, ask the institute to contact the District Welfare Officer. For technical issues, call 155335.
Where can I seek help if there is a problem?
Call the Sanjog Helpline 155335 or 1800-345-6770 (9 AM to 5 PM on working days). For verification issues, contact your institute’s scholarship nodal officer. Department emails are on the portal’s Contact Us page.
Disclaimer: OdishaJankari is an independent information website and is not affiliated with the Government of Odisha or any of its departments. Information is based on the official State Scholarship Portal as available in October 2026. Rules, amounts and dates can change, so always confirm on the official website before applying.
Department: Government of Odisha departments (e.g. ST & SC Development Dept., Higher Education Dept.)
Official Portal: Odisha State Scholarship Portal
Information Verified: October 2026
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