The Post-Matric Scholarship Scheme – Bihar is a crucial initiative by the Government of Bihar to promote educational inclusion and provide financial assistance to students belonging to Extremely Backward Classes (EBC) and Other Backward Classes (OBC). It aims to reduce dropouts and help deserving students continue their studies beyond Class 10 without financial constraints.
Scheme Key Highlights (Short Summary)
• Scheme Name: Post-Matric Scholarship Scheme – Bihar
• State: Bihar
• Target Groups: EBC and OBC students
• Eligible Courses: Post-Matric level (Class 11 to Ph.D.)
• Application Mode: Online via official portal
• Disbursement Mode: Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT)
• Departments Involved: Backward Classes and EBC Welfare Department, Govt. of Bihar
• Scholarship Year: 2024–2025
• Official Website: medhasoft.bih.nic.in
Benefits of the Scheme
• Tuition fees, exam fees, and other mandatory charges reimbursed
• Maintenance allowance for hostellers and day scholars
• Book allowance and additional academic support
• Direct transfer of scholarship to student’s bank account
Eligibility Criteria
• The applicant must be a resident of Bihar
• Must belong to the EBC or OBC category
• Must be studying in a recognized post-matric institution (within or outside Bihar)
• Annual family income should not exceed ₹1.50 lakh
• Should not be receiving any other similar scholarship from the central/state government
• The student must have passed the last examination
Application Process (Online)
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Visit the official portal http://medhasoft.bih.nic.in
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Register as a new user or log in if already registered
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Fill in personal, academic, caste, and income details
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Upload required documents (PDFs/scanned)
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Preview and submit the application form
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Download the application and keep a printout for reference
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The form will be verified by the institution head and district welfare officer
Documents Required
• Aadhaar Card
• Caste Certificate (EBC/OBC)
• Domicile Certificate (Bihar Resident Proof)
• Income Certificate (issued by competent authority)
• Previous year’s mark sheet
• Fee Receipt from the institution
• Bank Passbook (First page – student’s account)
• Passport size photograph
• Bonafide Certificate from the Institution
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start Date | Ongoing (2025) |
| Last Date to Apply | Will be announced in the portal |
| Correction Window | Will be updated online |
| Scholarship Disbursement | Tentatively from December 2025 |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: Who can apply for the Bihar Post-Matric Scholarship?
Students from EBC and OBC categories in Bihar studying in Class 11 or above.
Q: What is the income limit for eligibility?
The family income should not exceed ₹1.50 lakh per annum.
Q: Is it compulsory to study in Bihar to avail this scholarship?
No, students studying outside Bihar in recognized institutions are also eligible.
Q: How is the amount disbursed?
Through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) to the student’s bank account.
Q: Where can I apply for the scholarship?
Applications must be submitted at medhasoft.bih.nic.in
Q: Can I apply if I already receive a central scholarship?
No, students availing similar benefits from other schemes are not eligible.
Contact & Helpline
For queries, applicants can reach out to the Welfare Department of Bihar or visit their educational institution’s scholarship cell.
• Portal: http://medhasoft.bih.nic.in
• Helpline (Toll-Free): Will be listed on the official portal during application period
• Department: Backward Classes & EBC Welfare Department, Bihar