The Jharkhand State Scheduled Caste Pre-Matric Scholarship Scheme 2025 is a flagship welfare initiative by the Department of Scheduled Tribe, Scheduled Caste, Minority and Backward Class Welfare, Government of Jharkhand. This scheme aims to support Scheduled Caste (SC) students from Class 1 to 10 studying in government-recognized schools. It seeks to reduce school dropouts, promote consistent attendance, and provide financial incentives to enable uninterrupted schooling for underprivileged SC students.
Key Highlights
• State: Jharkhand
• Applicable Classes: 1st to 10th
• Target Group: Scheduled Caste (SC) students
• Scholarship Type: Pre-Matric (school-level)
• Mode of Payment: Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT)
• Mode of Application: Online via e-Kalyan Portal (through schools)
• Funding Pattern:
- Classes 1 to 8: 100% by the State Government
- Class 9 & 10: 60% Central + 40% State Government
Benefits
| Class | Hosteller (₹/10 months) | Day Scholar (₹/10 months) |
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| Class 1–5 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| Class 6–8 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| Class 9–10 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
Note: The Amount is transferred to students’ Aadhaar-linked bank accounts via the PFMS/APBS system.
Eligibility Criteria
• The applicant must be a resident of Jharkhand
• The applicant must belong to the Scheduled Caste (SC) category
• Must be studying in a government or government-recognized school
• No income limit for Classes 1 to 8
• For Classes 9 & 10, the family’s annual income must not exceed ₹2,50,000
• Aadhaar authentication is mandatory
Exclusions
• Private school students are not eligible
• Students with non-Aadhaar-linked bank accounts may face disbursement delays
• Incomplete applications or a lack of Aadhaar authentication will be rejected
Application Process (Online via e-Kalyan Portal)
For Students:
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Document Preparation:
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Keep Aadhaar, caste certificate, income certificate (if applicable), and bank details ready
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Submit to School:
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Provide all documents to the school principal or class teacher
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Aadhaar Authentication:
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Ensure successful biometric/e-KYC verification through the school
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For Schools (Principal/Institute Nodal Officer – INO):
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Login to e-Kalyan Portal using UDISE code
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Register Students with Aadhaar and academic details
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Verify Applications for completeness and correctness
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Forward Applications to the District Nodal Officer (DNO)
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Approval Workflow:
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District → State Nodal Officer → Payment via PFMS
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Documents Required
• Aadhaar Card (mandatory)
• Caste Certificate (SC category)
• Income Certificate (for Class 9 & 10 only)
• Bank Passbook (Aadhaar-linked account of the student)
• School Admission Certificate or Enrollment Proof
Note: The Income certificate submitted in Class 9 is valid for Class 10.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- Who can apply for this scheme?
Scheduled Caste students studying in government schools in Jharkhand can apply. - What is the income limit for eligibility?
There is no income limit for classes 1st to 8th. For classes 9th to 10th, the annual family income must not exceed ₹2,50,000/-. - Is Aadhaar mandatory?
Yes, Aadhaar is required for authentication and payment processing. - Can students in private schools apply?
No, the scheme is only for students in government schools in Jharkhand. - How is the scholarship paid?
Payments are made through DBT to Aadhaar-linked bank accounts. - What is the role of the school principal in the application process?
The principal registers the school and verifies eligible students’ details on the e-Kalyan portal. - Can students reapply every year?
No, once registered, the Aadhaar-linked unique ID is valid for subsequent years. - Is there a grievance redressal mechanism?
Yes, complaints can be registered via e-Kalyan, email, SMS, WhatsApp, or social media. - How long does it take to process the scholarship?
The district-level committee approves applications within seven days. - What is the role of the district nodal officer (DNO)?
The DNO verifies applications and forwards them for approval.