E Kalyan Jharkhand Scholarship 2025 is a major programme of Scheduled Tribe, Scheduled Caste Minority, SC / ST / Backward Class Welfare Department Government of Jharkhand.
The goal is to encourage economically weaker students belonging to SC, ST and OBC categories so that no child gets left behind in pursuit of higher studies, without any financial obstruction.
Eligible students can apply for Post Matric Under graduates in Jharkhand as well as other states through E Kalyan portal.
Short Summary
• Scheme Name: Jharkhand E-Kalyan Post-Matric Scholarship 2025
• Launched by: Welfare Department, Govt. of Jharkhand
• Target Beneficiaries: SC, ST, and OBC students
• Academic Year: 2025–26
• Application Mode: Online only
• Portal: https://ekalyan.cgg.gov.in
Benefits
• Maintenance Allowance: ₹1,000 to ₹7,500 per year (depending on course category)
• Tuition Fee Reimbursement: Full or partial tuition fees based on course and institution
• Additional Financial Support for hostelers and professional students
• Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) to the applicant’s Aadhaar-linked bank account
Eligibility Criteria
• Must be a domicile of Jharkhand
• Belong to Scheduled Caste (SC), Scheduled Tribe (ST), or Other Backward Class (OBC)
• Family income limit:
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SC/ST: Up to ₹2.5 lakh per annum
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OBC: Up to ₹1.5 lakh per annum
• Must be enrolled in a recognized institution in India for post-matric education (Class 11 to PhD)
Documents Required
• Aadhaar Card
• Bonafide Certificate from Institution
• Income Certificate (issued after April 1, 2025)
• Caste Certificate
• Domicile Certificate (Jharkhand)
• Bank Passbook copy (Aadhaar-linked account)
• Recent Passport-size Photograph
• Previous year’s mark sheet
• Fee Receipt issued by the institute
Important Dates
| Application Start Date | 1 July 2025 |
| Last Date for Online Application | 31 October 2025 |
| Institute Verification Deadline | 15 November 2025 |
| Disbursement of Scholarship | From December 2025 |
Application Process
Online Application via ekalyan.cgg.gov.in
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Visit the official portal: https://ekalyan.cgg.gov.in
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Click on “Student Registration” under the appropriate scholarship type
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Fill in personal, academic, and bank details
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Upload all the necessary documents in JPEG/PDF format
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Submit the form and take a printout for future reference
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Submit a signed copy to your institution for verification
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: How much amount is provided under the E-Kalyan scholarship?
Students can receive ₹1,000 to ₹7,500 annually, along with tuition reimbursement.
Q: Who can apply for the E Kalyan Jharkhand Scholarship?
Students from SC, ST, and OBC categories who are residents of Jharkhand and pursuing post-matric education.
Q: What is the income limit for eligibility?
For SC/ST, it is ₹2.5 lakh/year. For OBC, it is ₹1.5 lakh/year.
Q: What should I submit with the scholarship form?
Documents like Aadhaar card, caste certificate, income proof, domicile certificate, and bank details.
Q: Can I apply if I am studying outside Jharkhand?
Yes, students studying in recognized institutions outside Jharkhand are also eligible.
Q: Where can I check my application status?
Log in to the E Kalyan portal and click on “Application Status” to track your submission.
Q: What is the last date to apply for the 2025 scholarship?
The last date for online application is 31 October 2025.
Contact Information (Sources and References)
• Official Website: https://ekalyan.cgg.gov.in
• Student Helpline (Call): 040-23120591, 040-23120592
• Email Support: helpdeskekalyan[at]gmail[dot]com
• Welfare Department Website: https://welfare.jharkhand.gov.in