Jharkhand ST Pre-Matric Scholarship 2026: Financial Assistance for Scheduled Tribe Students
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Quick answer
The Jharkhand ST Pre‑Matric Scholarship gives financial assistance to Scheduled Tribe students from class 1 to 10 in state government schools. It covers tuition, hostel and day‑school fees, with higher amounts for residential students. Apply online through the e‑Kalyan portal, submitting required documents to your school.
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
The Jharkhand State Scheduled Tribe Pre‑Matric Scholarship Scheme is a state‑level initiative by the Department of Scheduled Tribe, Scheduled Caste, Minority and Backward Class Welfare. It aims to promote education and reduce dropout rates among Scheduled Tribe students by providing financial assistance for tuition, hostel, and other educational expenses for students from class 1 to 10 in government schools across Jharkhand. The scholarship is disbursed directly to beneficiaries’ bank accounts via PFMS, with higher amounts for residential students and joint funding for class 9th and 10th by state and central governments.
Benefits
- Class 1st to 5th: ₹1,500 for hostel (10 months), ₹1,500 for day‑school (10 months)
- Class 6th to 8th: ₹2,000 for hostel (10 months), ₹2,500 for day‑school (10 months)
- Class 9th to 10th: ₹4,500 for hostel (10 months), ₹4,500 for day‑school (10 months)
Who can apply (eligibility)
- Native of Jharkhand
- Student
- Belongs to Scheduled Tribe
- Enrolled in state government‑recognised school
- No income limit for classes 1‑8
- Annual family income ≤ ₹2,50,000 for classes 9‑10
Documents required
- Aadhaar Card
- Caste Certificate
- Income Certificate (for classes 9‑10)
- Bank Passbook with Aadhaar‑linked account
- Admission or Enrollment Certificate
How to apply
- 1Gather all required documents
- 2Ensure Aadhaar authentication is completed
- 3Submit documents to the school principal for entry into the e‑Kalyan portal
- 4School registers student details and generates a unique ID
- 5Application is verified by District Nodal Officers and approved by the District‑Level Approval Committee
- 6Scholarship is disbursed via PFMS/APBS to the bank account
Frequently asked questions
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.
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.
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).
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