The E-Grantz Scholarship 2025 is a digital initiative by the Government of Kerala to offer financial support to students belonging to Scheduled Castes (SC), Scheduled Tribes (ST), and Other Backward Classes (OBC). Through the E-Grantz portal, eligible students pursuing post-matric education in Kerala can apply, renew, and check the status of their scholarship online.
Short Summary
• Scheme Name: E-Grantz 3.0 Post-Matric Scholarship 2025
• Launched By: Scheduled Caste Development Department, Government of Kerala
• Beneficiaries: SC, ST, and OBC students of Kerala
• Courses Covered: Post-Matric (Class 11 to Ph.D.)
• Mode of Application: Online
• Official Portal: https://egrantz.kerala.gov.in
Benefits
• Maintenance allowance: ₹630 to ₹1,200 per month
• Tuition and exam fee reimbursement (for students in government/aided/private colleges)
• Hostel allowance for those staying in government or approved hostels
• Transportation allowance for day scholars
• Timely DBT transfer of funds to students’ bank accounts
Eligibility Criteria
• Must be a domicile of Kerala
• Belong to SC, ST, or OBC category
• Must be enrolled in a recognized post-matric course
• Family annual income:
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SC/ST students: No income limit
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OBC students: Up to ₹1 lakh per annum
• Students must maintain minimum 75% attendance
Documents Required
• Aadhaar Card
• Caste Certificate
• Domicile Certificate
• Income Certificate (issued after March 2025)
• Bonafide Certificate from institution
• Previous year’s Marksheet
• Bank Passbook (in the student’s name)
• Admission Proof
• Passport-size Photograph
Important Dates
• Application Start Date: 1st June 2025
• Last Date to Apply (Fresh & Renewal): 30th September 2025
• Document Verification Deadline: 15th October 2025
• Scholarship Disbursement: From November 2025 onward
Application Process
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Visit the official portal: https://egrantz.kerala.gov.in
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Click on “Student Registration”
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Enter Aadhaar Number and complete OTP verification
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Fill in personal, academic, and income details
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Upload all necessary documents
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Submit the form and save the application number
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Submit a printout to the institution (if asked for verification)
How to Check E-Grantz Scholarship Status 2025
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Click on “Track Application”
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Enter Aadhaar Number and Date of Birth
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Click on Search
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Your application and payment status will appear on the screen
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: How much amount can I receive for a scholarship?
Students can receive ₹630–₹1,200 monthly plus tuition and exam fee reimbursements.
Q: What criteria should be met to be eligible for a scholarship?
You must belong to SC/ST/OBC, study post-matric in Kerala, and meet income/attendance norms.
Q: How can I check my scholarship status?
Visit https://egrantz.kerala.gov.in, go to “Track Application,” and enter Aadhaar and DOB.
Q: What are my chances of gaining a scholarship?
Very high if you meet eligibility, apply on time, and have submitted correct documents.
Q: How do I know if I am eligible to apply?
Check your caste category, income certificate, and course level against official criteria.
Q: What should I submit with my scholarship application?
Aadhaar, caste and income certificates, mark sheets, bank passbook, and admission proof.
Q: What is online application and login process for the scholarship?
Register on https://egrantz.kerala.gov.in, log in with your Aadhaar, fill the form, and submit.
Q: What is the official website for the E-Grantz Scholarship?
The portal is https://egrantz.kerala.gov.in
Q: How to check status?
Go to the portal → Track Application → Enter Aadhaar & DOB → View Status
Q: What is the last date for scholarship application in 2025?
The expected deadline is 30th September 2025
Contact Information (Sources and References)
• Official Website: https://egrantz.kerala.gov.in
• Helpline Number: 0471-2306580
• Email Support: [email protected]
• Department Address: SC Development Department, Government of Kerala, Vikas Bhavan, Thiruvananthapuram – 695033