The E Kalyan Jharkhand Scholarship 2025 is a flagship post-matric scholarship initiative by the Welfare Department of Government of Jharkhand, aimed at financially supporting students from Scheduled Castes (SC), Scheduled Tribes (ST), and Backward Classes (BC). This scheme enables economically weaker students to pursue higher education without financial burden by providing tuition fee reimbursement and maintenance allowances.
Short Summary
• Scholarship Name: E Kalyan Jharkhand Post-Matric Scholarship 2025
• Launched By: Welfare Department, Government of Jharkhand
• Eligible Categories: SC, ST, and BC
• Level of Study: Class 11 to Postgraduate (Post-Matric)
• Mode of Application: Online
• Portal: https://ekalyan.cgg.gov.in
Benefits
• Tuition Fee reimbursement for government and private institutions
• Maintenance allowance ranging from ₹1,000 to ₹10,000 per year
• Hostel allowance for students staying in hostels
• Books and Stationery allowance
• Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) into student’s bank account
Eligibility Criteria
• Must be a domicile of Jharkhand
• Belong to Scheduled Caste (SC), Scheduled Tribe (ST), or Backward Class (BC)
• Must be pursuing post-matric education (Class 11 to PG/PhD)
• Annual family income should not exceed:
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SC/ST: ₹2.5 lakh
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BC: ₹1.5 lakh
• Must be enrolled in a recognized institution in Jharkhand or outside (for higher education)
• Should not be receiving any other similar scholarship from the central/state government
Documents Required
• Aadhaar Card
• Caste Certificate (SC/ST/BC)
• Income Certificate (issued after April 2025)
• Bonafide Certificate from institution
• Bank Account Passbook (student’s name)
• Domicile Certificate (Jharkhand)
• Class 10 and 12 Marksheet
• Recent Passport-size Photograph
• Fee Receipt of the current academic year
Important Dates
| Online Application Start Date | 1st July 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 31st October 2025 |
| Institute Verification | Till 10th November 2025 |
| Fund Disbursement | From December 2025 |
Application Process
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Visit the official portal: https://ekalyan.cgg.gov.in
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Click on “Student Registration”
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Register with Aadhaar and mobile number
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Fill in the scholarship application form with personal, academic, and bank details
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Upload scanned copies of required documents
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Submit the form and note your Application ID
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Take a printout of the acknowledgment for your records
Renewal Applicants:
• Use the “Student Login” section with your existing credentials
• Update academic year and fee details
• Upload the latest documents and submit the renewal form
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: How much amount can I receive for a scholarship?
You can receive up to ₹10,000/year based on your course, hostel status, and category.
Q: What criteria should be met to be eligible for a scholarship?
You must be a Jharkhand domicile from SC/ST/BC category with income below ₹2.5 lakh or ₹1.5 lakh.
Q: How can I check my scholarship status?
Visit https://ekalyan.cgg.gov.in, click “Application Status,” and enter your Application ID/DOB.
Q: What are my chances of gaining a scholarship?
Very high if you meet all eligibility conditions and submit your application before the deadline.
Q: How do I know if I am eligible to apply?
If you’re a Jharkhand student from SC/ST/BC with income under the prescribed limit and pursuing post-matric education.
Q: What should I submit with my scholarship application?
Submit Aadhaar, income and caste certificates, marksheets, fee receipts, and a bonafide certificate.
Q: What is online application and login process for the scholarship?
Register and apply through ekalyan.cgg.gov.in, log in using your Application ID and password, and submit your details.
Q: What is the official website for this scholarship?
The official portal is: https://ekalyan.cgg.gov.in
Q: How to check status?
Go to the portal → Click on “Application Status” → Enter your Application ID and Date of Birth
Q: What is the scholarship last date?
The expected last date is 31st October 2025
Contact Information (Sources and References)
• Official Website: https://ekalyan.cgg.gov.in
• Helpdesk Email: [email protected]
• Toll-Free Helpline: 1800-345-6576
• Department Address: Welfare Department, Government of Jharkhand, Project Bhawan, Ranchi – 834001
