Jharkhand State Scheduled Tribe Pre-Matric Scholarship Scheme

The Jharkhand State Scheduled Tribe Pre-Matric Scholarship Scheme 2025 is a flagship initiative launched by the Department of Scheduled Tribe, Scheduled Caste, Minority and Backward Class Welfare, Government of Jharkhand. This scheme is designed to promote school-level education among ST students by providing financial assistance from Class 1 to 10. It aims to reduce dropout rates, encourage regular attendance, and improve the educational status of tribal students across the state.

Scheme Key Highlights (Short Summary)

• Launched By: Government of Jharkhand
• Department: ST/SC/Minority & OBC Welfare Department
• Target Group: Scheduled Tribe (ST) students studying in Classes 1 to 10
• Application Mode: Online via school (e-Kalyan Portal)
• Scholarship Disbursement: Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) through PFMS
• Special Provision: No income limit for Classes 1–8; income limit applicable for Classes 9–10

Benefits

Students receive scholarships for 10 months per academic year, based on their class level and residential status:

Note:
• Class 9 and 10 scholarships are co-funded: 60% by the Central Government, 40% by the State Government
• Amounts are transferred directly to Aadhaar-linked student bank accounts

Eligibility Criteria

• Must be a resident of Jharkhand
• Must belong to the Scheduled Tribe category
• Must be enrolled in Classes 1 to 10 in a government-recognized school in Jharkhand
• No income limit for students of Class 1 to 8
• For Class 9 and 10: Annual family income should not exceed ₹2,50,000

Application Process

For Students

1. Document Preparation

   • Keep Aadhaar Card, caste certificate, bank passbook, and income certificate (for Classes 9–10) ready

2. Submit to School

   • Hand over the required documents to the school principal

3. Aadhaar Authentication

   • Ensure your Aadhaar is authenticated to generate a Unique Student ID

For Schools (Principal/Institute Nodal Officer)

1. e-Kalyan Login

   • Register the school using the UDISE Code

2. Student Registration

   • Enter eligible student details (Name, DoB, Aadhaar, class)

3. Authentication & Approval

   • Aadhaar-authenticated applications are verified by District Nodal Officers

4. State-Level Finalization

   • Verified data is submitted to the State Nodal Officer for DBT processing via PFMS or NACH

Documents Required

• Aadhaar Card (mandatory)
• Caste Certificate
• Income Certificate (required for Class 9 & 10 only)
• Bank Passbook (Aadhaar-linked account)
• Admission/Enrollment Certificate from the school

Note: The income certificate submitted for Class 9 will remain valid for Class 10 as well.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

• Who can apply for the scholarship?
  Scheduled Tribe students studying in Jharkhand state government schools from classes 1 to 10 can apply.
• Is there an income limit for eligibility?
  For classes 1st to 8th, there is no income limit. For classes 9th and 10th, the family’s annual income must not exceed ₹2,50,000/-.
• Who approves the scholarship applications?
  Applications are verified at the school level, then reviewed and approved by the District Welfare Officer (DNO) and the District-Level Approval Committee.
• What happens if the student’s bank account is not linked with Aadhaar?
  In such cases, the payment will be processed through NACH (National Automated Clearing House).
• How can I track the status of my application?
  You can track the status through the e-Kalyan portal or receive SMS updates on your registered mobile number.
• Who conducts monitoring and audits of the scheme?
  The Tribal Welfare Commissioner conducts annual audits, social audits, and evaluation every three years to ensure proper implementation.
• How can I apply for the scholarship?
  Applications can be submitted through the e-Kalyan portal. The school principal or headmaster will register eligible students on the portal.
• What is the role of the school in the application process?
  The school principal or headmaster will register the school on the e-Kalyan portal and ensure eligible students’ data is entered and verified.
• How is the scholarship amount disbursed?
  The amount is transferred directly to the bank account of the student or their parent/guardian through PFMS using DBT (Direct Benefit Transfer).
• What is the approval process at the district level?
  Verified applications are reviewed by the District-Level Approval and Monitoring Committee, headed by the District Commissioner.

Sources and References

• e-Kalyan Jharkhand Portal
•Guidelines