By EFTeam Have you heard of the amazing scholarship program by the Odisha state government? Yes, we’re talking about the Odisha State Scholarship scheme that is a super beneficial program for literally every student who’s financially struggling and just wants to study more but they just can’t because their financial background doesn’t allow that. Well, whether you’re a school-going student, a PG student, or even a B.Tech student, you can apply for this scholarship program and get some financial aid to help you with your studies, you know, by pulling that financial burden off your and your family’s shoulders.
So, let’s go over some important details of this Odisha State Scholarship 2025, we’re talking about things like how to apply, who can apply, and things like that. Here we go then.
Types Of Scholarships Under Odisha State Scholarship 2025
As we already told you, literally every student who’s financially struggling to keep up with their studies can apply for a scholarship down there in Odisha state. And here are a few examples of just that.
1. Pre-Matric Scholarship (Class 9 & 10 – SC/ST/MBC)
This one is specifically for school going students who are in 9th or 10th class at the moment, and those who come from the SC/ST/MBC category can apply for this specific scholarship under the Odish State Scholarship 2025 scheme. And here are the important details regarding this one:
- You must be studying in Class 9 or 10.
- Family income: Below ₹2.5 lakh per year.
- Perks: Covering school fees, books, uniform, and more.
- Deadline: 15th March 2025.
2. Post-Matric Scholarship (SC/ST/OBC/SEBC)
We already talked about 9th and 10th class students, now it is time for 11th class and onward students like 12th, +3, PG, B.Tech, MBA, etc. Here are the important details regarding this second one:
- Family Income limit: ₹1 lakh (OBC/SEBC), ₹2.5 lakh (SC/ST)
- Covers: Full course fees + monthly allowance.
- ₹550 to ₹1200 for hostellers
- ₹350 to ₹750 for day scholars
Just keep in mind, though, that you can apply for this type of scholarship via the famous PRERANA portal (linked through SSP).
3. e-Medhabruti (Technical & Professional)
As you can already tell by the name, it is for students who are doing B.Tech, MBBS, Nursing, MCA, etc., at the moment, so let’s just go over some details about this one as well. Here:
- First of all, you must have scored at least 60% in the last exam.
- Family income: Below ₹6 to ₹8 lakh/year.
- You get: ₹10,000 to ₹20,000 per year.
- Deadline: TBD
4. BOC Scholarship
There is this one as well that not a lot of people know about, but it is still a good option. And you know like there are a lot of people who are doing courses such as ITI, Polytechnic, B.Tech, ETC. The best thing about this one is that students from all categories can apply for this scholarship scheme.
5. e-Medhabruti (PG Merit)
Are you doing a PG course like MA, M.Com or M.Sc at the moment? Well, then you don’t need to confuse yourself, just apply for this scholarship program, and you’ll be good for the most part.
- Eligibility: 60% in graduation, income under ₹8 lakh.
- Grant: ₹15,000 per year for 2 years.
- Deadline: TBD
6. NUA-O Scholarship
If, let’s say, your application didn’t get approved for some reason in any other scholarship program, then you can try your luck with this one. Just so you know, though, it is for UG & PG students from any category (including SC/ST/OBC/Gen). With this one, though, expect to get ₹9,000 to ₹11,000 per year.
7. Sudakshya for Girl Child
And here is one specific scholarship program down there in Odisha state that is just for the girl students in the state, and specifically for those who’re doing ITI or Diploma. The speciality of this one is that it can fully cover tuition and other costs. And yes, it is open to SC/ST/OBC/General categories.
How To Apply For These Scholarship Programs?
Well, the thing is, most of these scholarship programs have online portals and online registration facilities. So, you don’t need to juggle with your printed-out forms and documents; just go online, scan your documents, fill out the details, upload your documents, and submit your application from there. It’s as simple as that! But we’d still recommend you go through the step-by-step process to apply for these scholarship schemes because there could be something you missed out on, and that can result in your application getting denied. So, why take that risk when you have the option to research it yourself and make sure you’re doing everything correctly? Right?