The Odisha State Scholarship Portal, under the Government of Odisha, invites Fresh and Renewal applications for the Post-Matric Scholarship for the academic year 2025-26. Eligible ST, SC, OBC/SEBC, and EBC students can apply online from 26th September 2025 to 31 May 2026 . The scholarship aims to support students pursuing post-matric education in recognized institutions. Applicants must meet the income and category criteria as specified. Students, institutions, and authorities are requested to adhere to the given timeline and apply through the official portal: https://scholarship.odisha.gov.in.
Post-Matric Scholarships Online 2026 Eligibility Criteria
For ST & SC Students:
- Must be a resident of Odisha.
- Must belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) or Scheduled Caste (SC) category.
- Must be studying in a recognized post-matric institution (after Class 10).
- Annual family income should not exceed ₹2,50,000.
- Must be pursuing regular full-time courses.
For OBC / SEBC Students:
- Must be a resident of Odisha.
- Must belong to OBC or SEBC category.
- Must be studying in a recognized post-matric institution.
- Annual family income should not exceed ₹1,50,000.
- Must have secured at least 50% marks in the previous examination.
- Must be pursuing regular full-time courses.
For EBC Students (Economically Backward Class):
- Must be a resident of Odisha.
- Must be studying in a Government Institution only.
- Annual family income should not exceed ₹1,00,000.
- Must have passed the previous qualifying examination.
Post-Matric Scholarships Important Dates:
- Last Date for Online – 31 May 2026