The State Government Backward Class Scholarship Scheme 2025 is an education-support initiative by the School Education Department, Government of Madhya Pradesh, aimed at ensuring educational continuity for students belonging to Backward Classes. It provides annual scholarships to students studying in Classes 6 to 10 in the state. This financial assistance encourages students to stay in school and reduces the dropout rate among underprivileged communities.
Key Highlights
• State: Madhya Pradesh
• Target Group: Backward Class (BC) and Minority students
• Education Level: Classes 6 to 10
• Scholarship Amount:
- ₹200/year (boys in Class 6–8)
- ₹300/year (girls in Class 6–8)
- ₹300/year (boys in Class 9–10)
- ₹400/year (girls in Class 9–10)
• Mode of Application: Offline (via school)
• Disbursement: Direct Bank Transfer (DBT) to the student’s account
• Income Limit: Parents must not be income taxpayers and must not own more than 10 acres of land
Benefits
| Class | Gender | Scholarship Amount (Yearly) |
|---|---|---|
| 6–8 | Boys | ₹200 |
| 6–8 | Girls | ₹300 |
| 9–10 | Boys | ₹300 |
| 9–10 | Girls | ₹400 |
• The scholarship is credited directly to the student’s bank account
• Renewable annually, subject to eligibility continuation
Eligibility Criteria
• The student must be a permanent resident of Madhya Pradesh
• Must belong to the Backward Class or Minority category
• Must be enrolled as a regular student in Class 6 to 10
• Parents/guardians must not be income taxpayers
• They should not own more than 10 acres of land
• For renewal, parents must declare that their income has not increased in the past year
Exclusions
• Students who are not residents of Madhya Pradesh
• Applicants whose families pay income tax
• Those whose parents own more than 10 acres of agricultural land
• Students already receiving other financial aid or scholarships
Application Process (Offline via School)
- Eligible students should contact the Principal of their school
- Submit the required documents to the class teacher or nodal staff
- The school updates student details on the Shiksha Portal: https://shikshaportal.mp.gov.in
- Once verified, the scholarship amount is transferred to the student’s bank account
Documents Required
• Recent passport-size photograph
• Aadhaar Card
• Caste Certificate (BC or Minority)
• Domicile Certificate (Madhya Pradesh)
• Bank Passbook copy (student’s or guardian’s account)
• Income Certificate
• Self-declaration form (for renewal: stating no income increase)
• Samagra ID
• Any other documents as requested by the institution
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- Who is eligible for this scholarship?
Students who are permanent residents of Madhya Pradesh, belong to the Backward Classes or Minorities community, are studying in Classes 6 to 10, and whose parents or guardians are not income taxpayers and own not more than 10 acres of land. - What is the scholarship amount for students in Classes 6 to 8?
Boys receive ₹200/- per year, and girls receive ₹300/- per year. - What is the scholarship amount for students in Classes 9 to 10?
Boys receive ₹300/- per year, and girls receive ₹400/- per year. - How will the scholarship amount be disbursed?
The scholarship amount will be directly deposited into the student’s bank account. - Are there any income restrictions for the parents or guardians of the applicants?
Yes, the parents or guardians should not be income taxpayers and should not own more than 10 acres of land. - Can students from other states apply for this scholarship?
No, only students who are permanent residents of Madhya Pradesh are eligible. - How can students apply for the scholarship?
Eligible students can contact the Principal of their respective schools/institutions to apply for the scholarship. - Is there any restriction on the increase in the income of the parents or guardians for renewal of the scholarship?
Yes, there should not have been any increase in the income of the parents or guardians in the past year. - Are both boys and girls eligible for this scholarship?
Yes, both boys and girls from the Backward Classes are eligible for the scholarship. - Is the scholarship renewed every year?
Yes.