Jharkhand SC Pre-Matric Scholarship Scheme 2026: Financial Assistance for Classes 1 to 10
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Quick answer
The Jharkhand State Scheduled Caste Pre-Matric Scholarship Scheme provides financial assistance to Scheduled Caste students studying in Classes 1 to 10 in government schools of Jharkhand. The scholarship helps cover educational expenses and is applied for through the e-Kalyan portal with school principal support. Aadhaar authentication and required documents must be submitted for approval and payment.
At a glance
| Main benefit | Financial assistance for educational expenses |
| Ministry / department | Department of Scheduled Tribe, Scheduled Caste, Minority and Backward Class Welfare |
| Level | State Government (Jharkhand) |
| Income limit | ₹2.5 lakh |
| Application mode | Online |
About the scheme
This scheme by the Jharkhand government supports Scheduled Caste students from Class 1 to 10 studying in state government schools by providing financial aid to reduce dropout rates and promote education. The scholarship amount varies by class and residential status, with payments directly transferred to students' bank accounts. The application process involves submission through the school principal on the e-Kalyan portal, followed by verification and approval by district and state officials.
Benefits
- Financial assistance for students from Class 1 to 10 to cover educational expenses
- Higher scholarship amount for residential (hostel) students compared to day scholars
- Class 9th and 10th scholarships funded jointly by state and central governments
- Direct transfer of scholarship amount to beneficiaries’ Aadhaar-linked bank accounts via PFMS or APBS
Who can apply (eligibility)
- Applicant or parents/guardians must be native of Jharkhand
- Applicant must be a student enrolled in a state government-recognised school
- Applicant must belong to Scheduled Caste category of Jharkhand
- No income limit for students from Class 1 to 8
- Annual family income must not exceed ₹2,50,000 for students in Class 9 and 10
Who cannot apply
- Students studying in private schools are not eligible
Documents required
- Aadhaar Card for authentication
- Caste Certificate
- Income Certificate for Classes 9 and 10
- Bank Passbook with Aadhaar-linked account details
- Admission or Enrollment Certificate from the school
How to apply
- 1Prepare required documents including Aadhaar, caste certificate, income certificate (if applicable), and bank details
- 2Submit documents and application details to the school principal for entry into the e-Kalyan portal
- 3School principal or headmaster registers the school on e-Kalyan portal using UDISE code
- 4School enters eligible students’ details and completes Aadhaar authentication to generate unique ID
- 5District Nodal Officers verify applications and forward to District Level Approval Committee
- 6Approved applications are sent to State Nodal Officer for integration and payment processing
- 7Scholarship amount is disbursed directly to Aadhaar-linked bank accounts via PFMS or APBS
Frequently asked questions
Who is eligible for the Jharkhand SC Pre-Matric Scholarship?+
Scheduled Caste students studying in government schools in Jharkhand from Class 1 to 10 are eligible.
What is the income limit for eligibility?+
There is no income limit for Classes 1 to 8; for Classes 9 and 10, the annual family income must not exceed ₹2,50,000.
Is Aadhaar mandatory for the application?+
Yes, Aadhaar is required for authentication and payment processing.
Can students studying in private schools apply?+
No, only students enrolled in government schools in Jharkhand are eligible.
How is the scholarship amount paid to students?+
Payments are made directly through DBT to Aadhaar-linked bank accounts via PFMS or APBS.
What role does the school principal play in the application?+
The principal registers the school on the e-Kalyan portal, enters student details, and facilitates Aadhaar authentication.
Can students apply every year?+
No, once registered, the Aadhaar-linked unique ID remains valid for subsequent years.
How long does the approval process take?+
The district-level committee approves applications within seven days.
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