Odisha State Scholarship Portal

Odisha, despite having a literacy rate of 76.04%, struggles with high dropout rates due to poverty and lack of awareness about financial aid. To address this gap and promote higher education, the Odisha State Scholarship Portal was launched as a one-stop digital platform integrating various scholarship schemes under one roof.

With the collaboration of six key government departments, this portal ensures transparent, efficient, and direct scholarship disbursement to eligible students.

Scheme Key Highlights (Short Summary)

• Portal Name: Odisha State Scholarship Portal
• Total Departments: 6 Major State Departments
• Total Schemes: 21+ Scholarship Schemes
• Mode of Application: Online Only
• Application Link: scholarship.odisha.gov.in
• Authentication: Aadhaar-linked verification
• Payment System: Direct bank transfer via IFMS
• Helpline Number: 155335 / 1800-345-6770
• Common Last Date Range: February 2025 – June 2025 (Scheme-wise)

Benefits of Odisha Scholarship Portal

• Unified access to all major scholarship schemes
• Aadhaar-based registration for accuracy
• Real-time status tracking by institutions and students
• Direct transfer of funds to student bank accounts
• Reduced paperwork, faster approvals
• Zero duplication and fraud prevention

Eligible Departments & Popular Scholarships (2025)

🔹 Higher Education Department

• e-Medhabruti – UG Merit: ₹10,000/year | Last date: 18 Mar 2025

• e-Medhabruti – PG Merit: ₹15,000/year | Last date: 18 Mar 2025

• e-Medhabruti – Technical/Professional: ₹20,000/year | Last date: 18 Mar 2025

• NUA-O Scholarship: ₹9,000–₹11,000/year | Last date: 20 Mar 2024

• Godabarisha Vidyarthi Protsahana Yojana (Laptop DBT): ₹30,000/year | Last date: 2 Mar 2025

• Gopabandhu Sikhya Sahayata Yojana: ₹20,000/year | Last date: 7 Mar 2025

• Vyasakabi Fakirmohan Bhasabruti: ₹20,000–₹30,000 one-time | Last date: 25 Feb 2025

🔹 School & Mass Education Department

• Pathani Samanta Mathematics Talent (Class 11–12): ₹5,000/year | Last date: 15 Feb 2025

• Junior Merit Scholarship (Class 11–12): ₹3,000/year | Last date: 15 Feb 2025

🔹 Skill Development & Technical Education

• Green Passage (Orphan Students): Full Course Fee | Last date: 31 Dec 2024

• Sudakshya for Girls Child: Full Course Fee | Last date: 3 Nov 2024

• BOC Scholarship: Based on Course | Last date: 5 Jun 2025

🔹 ST, SC, and MBC Welfare Department

• Pre-Matric Scholarship: As per course | Last date: 20 Apr 2025

• Post-Matric Scholarship: As per course | Last date: 6 May 2025

• Component 2 Scholarship (Class 1 to 10): | Last date: 5 Jun 2025

• Shahid Madho Singh Haath Kharcha Yojna: ₹5,000 one-time | Last date: 30 Apr 2025

Step-by-Step Application Process

1. Visit scholarship.odisha.gov.in

2. Register using Aadhaar number (new users) or Login if already registered

3. Select Department and Scheme

4. Enter student, academic, and bank details

5. Save as Draft or click Next to proceed

6. Preview your application and download a copy

7. Submit the form online and keep a printout for records

Documents Required

• Aadhaar Card
• Recent Passport Size Photo
• Income Certificate
• Caste Certificate (if applicable)
• Disability Certificate (if applicable)
• Domicile/Resident Certificate
• Bank Passbook (first page)
• Matriculation Certificate
• Previous Exam Certificate

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: What is the last date to apply for Odisha scholarships?
Check the “Announcement” section on the portal homepage for the latest deadlines.

Q: How to register on Odisha State Scholarship Portal?
Use your Aadhaar number on the official site to create a new user ID.

Q: What to do if my course/institute is not listed?
Contact your institution or the helpline numbers for assistance.

Q: Can I save the application and complete it later?
Yes, use the “Save as Draft” option and resume later.

Q: How to correct mistakes after final submission?
Contact your institute immediately. Edits after final submission may not be allowed unless rejected and reverted.

Q: How to contact support for technical issues?
Call 155335 / 1800-345-6770 or email the concerned department listed below.

Official Contact Information (Department-wise)