The Odisha Scholarship 2025 program is an initiative by the Government of Odisha to provide financial assistance to students belonging to SC, ST, OBC, SEBC, EBC, and Minority communities. The scheme supports students from Class 1 to Postgraduate level by covering educational expenses and encouraging them to pursue uninterrupted studies.
All scholarship-related applications and tracking are processed online through the official portal scholarship.odisha.gov.in.
Short Summary
• Scheme Name: Odisha State Scholarship 2025
• Launched by: ST & SC Development, Minorities & Backward Classes Welfare Dept., Govt. of Odisha
• Courses Covered: School (Class 1–10), Post-Matric (Class 11–PG), Technical/Professional courses
• Categories Eligible: SC, ST, OBC, SEBC, EBC, Minority
• Mode of Application: Online
• Scholarship Amount: ₹1,000 to ₹30,000+ per year (varies by course & category)
• Portal: https://scholarship.odisha.gov.in
• Last Date to Apply: 31 October 2025 (Tentative)
Benefits
• Tuition Fee Reimbursement for eligible students
• Maintenance Allowance for day scholars and hostellers
• Study Material and Exam Fee Support
• DBT Transfer to the student’s Aadhaar-linked bank account
• Financial support from Class 1 to Postgraduate levels
Eligibility Criteria
• Must be a permanent resident of Odisha
• Belong to SC/ST/OBC/SEBC/EBC/Minority categories
• Studying in recognized schools/colleges/universities in Odisha
• Family annual income should not exceed:
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SC/ST: ₹2.5 lakh
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OBC/SEBC: ₹1.5 lakh
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Minority: ₹2 lakh
• Must have passed the previous examination with minimum qualifying marks
• Aadhaar-linked bank account is mandatory
Documents Required
• Aadhaar Card
• Odisha Domicile Certificate
• Caste Certificate (if applicable)
• Income Certificate (valid for current year)
• Last Exam Passed Marksheet
• Bank Passbook (linked with Aadhaar)
• Bonafide Certificate from the institution
• Passport-size Photograph
• Fee Receipt of current academic year
Important Dates
| Application Start Date | 01 August 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 31 October 2025 |
| Institute-Level Verification | Till 15 November 2025 |
| Scholarship Disbursement Begins | December 2025 onwards |
Application Process
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Visit the official portal: https://scholarship.odisha.gov.in
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Click on “Student Login/Register”
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Register with Aadhaar number and create your Student ID
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Log in using the Student ID and complete the profile
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Fill in personal, academic, and bank details
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Upload all required documents in the correct format
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Submit the application and take a printout for your records
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Submit hard copy to your institution if required for verification
How to Check Odisha Scholarship Status 2025
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Click on “Track Application Status”
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Enter your Application ID or Student ID and Date of Birth
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Click “Submit” to view your application status (e.g., Verified, Approved, Sent to Treasury)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: How much amount can I receive for a scholarship?
You can receive between ₹1,000 and ₹30,000+ depending on your course level and category.
Q: What criteria should be met to be eligible for a scholarship?
You must be an Odisha resident, belong to an eligible category, and meet income and academic qualifications.
Q: How can I check my scholarship status?
Use your Application ID or Student ID at scholarship.odisha.gov.in under “Track Application Status.”
Q: What are my chances of gaining a scholarship?
If you meet all criteria and submit valid documents before the deadline, your chances are high.
Q: How do I know if I am eligible to apply?
Check your category, income, and course level against the eligibility requirements listed above.
Q: What should I submit with my scholarship application?
Upload Aadhaar card, income and caste certificates, academic documents, bank passbook, and bonafide certificate.
Q: What is the online application and login process for the scholarship?
Register on the Odisha Scholarship Portal, log in using your Student ID, fill the form, and upload required documents.
Q: What is the official website for the Odisha Scholarship Portal?
https://scholarship.odisha.gov.in
Q: How to check status?
Go to the portal, click “Track Application Status,” and enter your credentials.
Q: What is the last date for Odisha Scholarship 2025?
The tentative deadline is 31 October 2025.
Contact Information (Sources and References)
• Official Website: https://scholarship.odisha.gov.in
• Email: [email protected]
• Toll-Free Helpline: 155335 / 1800-345-6770
• Department: ST & SC Development, Minorities & Backward Classes Welfare Department, Government of Odisha