Post-Matric Scholarship for OBC, EBC and DNT Students 2026: Financial Support for Post-Matric Education
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Quick answer
This scheme provides financial assistance to OBC, EBC, and DNT students from Dadra & Nagar Haveli and Daman & Diu pursuing recognised post-matriculation and post-secondary courses in India. Eligible students receive academic allowance and tuition fee support directly via bank transfer. Applications can be submitted online through the National Scholarship Portal or respective State/UT portals.
At a glance
| Main benefit | Up to ₹20,000 yearly scholarship |
| Ministry / department | Social Welfare Department |
| Level | State Government (Dadra & Nagar Haveli and Daman & Diu) |
| Income limit | ₹2.5 lakh |
| Application mode | Online |
About the scheme
The Post-Matric Scholarship for OBC, EBC and DNT Students is a government initiative to support students from these communities in Dadra & Nagar Haveli and Daman & Diu to continue their education after matriculation. It covers recognised courses at senior secondary, diploma, vocational, graduate, postgraduate, and professional levels. The scheme provides yearly academic allowance and tuition fee assistance, paid directly to students' bank accounts. Eligible students also get a Freeship Card to admit without pre-paying fees. The scholarship is subject to academic progress and attendance requirements and aims to reduce financial barriers for these students to complete their education.
Benefits
- Financial assistance for academic allowance and tuition fees for recognised post-matric courses
- Scholarship amount varies by course category, from ₹5,000 to ₹20,000 per year
- Direct Benefit Transfer of scholarship amount into students' bank accounts
- Freeship Card for admission without pre-payment of tuition and hostel fees
- Scholarship payable for full course duration subject to satisfactory academic progress and attendance
Who can apply (eligibility)
- Applicant must be an Indian national belonging to OBC, EBC, or DNT categories notified by Dadra & Nagar Haveli and Daman & Diu administration
- Must be permanently settled in the State/UT to which the applicant belongs
- Must have passed matriculation or higher examination from a recognised board or university
- Eligible for recognised post-matriculation or post-secondary courses in India
- Only two boys per family eligible; no limit on girls
- Annual family income must not exceed ₹2.50 lakhs
- Students pursuing correspondence or online courses from recognised universities are eligible
- Scholarship holders cannot receive another scholarship/stipend simultaneously
Who cannot apply
- Students studying XI or XII class continuous school courses are generally not eligible
- Scholarship not payable during internship or practical training if receiving remuneration or stipend
- Scholarship cancelled for misconduct, false statements, or course/institution changes without approval
- No scholarship if student accepts another scholarship/stipend
Documents required
- Aadhaar Card
- Passport-size photograph
- Educational qualification marksheets/certificates
- Valid Income certificate from competent authority
- Domicile Certificate
- Caste/Community Certificate from competent authority
- Disability certificate if applicable
- Bank Account details
- Any other documents as required
How to apply
- 1Visit the National Scholarship Portal (NSP) or the respective State/UT scholarship portal
- 2For new applicants, register on the NSP by providing required details and agreeing to guidelines
- 3For registered users, log in with application ID and password
- 4Select the Post-Matric Scholarship scheme and fill out the application form
- 5Upload all required documents and submit the application before the deadline
- 6Institutions and State authorities will verify applications
- 7Scholarship amount will be disbursed via Direct Benefit Transfer after approval
Frequently asked questions
Who is eligible for the Post-Matric Scholarship scheme?+
Indian nationals belonging to OBC, EBC, or DNT categories permanently settled in Dadra & Nagar Haveli and Daman & Diu and pursuing recognised post-matric or post-secondary courses in India are eligible.
What is the annual family income limit for eligibility?+
The annual family income from all sources should not exceed ₹2,50,000.
What types of courses are covered under the scheme?+
Recognised post-matriculation and post-secondary courses including senior secondary, diploma, vocational training, graduate, postgraduate, and professional courses are covered.
Are correspondence or online students eligible?+
Yes, students pursuing correspondence or online courses through recognised Central or State Universities are eligible.
What is a Freeship Card?+
A Freeship Card allows eligible students to take admission in institutions without pre-payment of tuition and hostel fees until scholarship funds are released.
Can a student receive another scholarship along with this scheme?+
No, a student cannot hold two scholarships simultaneously and must choose the more beneficial one.
How is the scholarship amount disbursed?+
The scholarship amount is transferred directly into the student's bank account through Direct Benefit Transfer, preferably using Aadhaar-based payment.
What are the conditions for renewal of the scholarship?+
Renewal depends on satisfactory academic progress, promotion to the next class, and maintaining at least 75% attendance each academic year.
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