The eKalyan Scholarship Jharkhand is a scholarship scheme implemented by the Welfare Department, Government of Jharkhand to provide financial assistance to eligible SC, ST, and OBC students pursuing Post Matric education in recognized institutions. Through the eKalyan Scholarship Portal, eligible students can apply online for scholarships to continue their studies without financial difficulties.
The scholarship covers students enrolled in various courses such as Intermediate (Class 11 & 12), Graduation, Post-Graduation, ITI, Polytechnic, Diploma, Engineering, Medical, Nursing, Management, Professional, and other Post Matric programmes. Eligible candidates can check the application process, eligibility criteria, scholarship amount, required documents, important dates, application status, and other latest updates below.
Scholarship Overview
| Scholarship Name | Jharkhand eKalyan Post Matric Scholarship |
| Implementing Department | Welfare Department, Government of Jharkhand |
| Eligible Categories | SC, ST & OBC Students |
| Academic Session | 2026–27 |
| Scholarship Type | Post Matric Scholarship |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Scholarship Payment Mode | Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) |
| Scholarship Portal | ekalyan.cgg.gov.in |
| Get Scholarship Updates on WhatsApp | Click Here |
Important Dates
Candidates can check the latest scholarship schedule below.
| Online Application Begins | Started |
| Last Date to Apply | 31 July 2026 |
| Application Correction | 31 July 2026 |
| College (INO) Verification | 31 August 2026 |
| District (DNO) Verification | 30 September 2026 |
Important Links
Candidates can use the following links to access scholarship-related services.
| Apply Online | Visit e-Kalyan Portal |
| NSP OTR Registration App | Install App |
| NSP OTR Registration Portal | Click Here |
| Get Scholarship updates on WhatsApp | Click Here |
| New Registration | Click Here |
| Candidate Login | Click Here |
| Check Application Status | Click Here |
| Scholarship Advertisement | Download PDF |
| Registration Guide | Click Here |
| Forgot Password | Click Here |
| Official Website | ekalyan.cgg.gov.in |
Eligible Courses
Students pursuing the following courses can apply for the Jharkhand eKalyan Scholarship:
- Intermediate (Class 11 & 12)
- Graduation (UG)
- Post Graduation (PG)
- ITI
- Polytechnic
- Diploma
- Engineering
- Medical
- Nursing
- Pharmacy
- Agriculture
- Law
- Management
- Professional Courses
- Technical Courses
- Other Government Approved Post Matric Courses
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must satisfy the following eligibility conditions before submitting the online application.
Educational Qualification
The applicant must be studying in any recognized Post Matric course, including Intermediate, Graduation, Post-Graduation, Diploma, ITI, Engineering, Medical, Nursing, or other approved professional programmes.
Category
Only SC, ST, and OBC students who are permanent residents of Jharkhand are eligible to apply.
Annual Family Income
The annual family income should be within the limit prescribed by the Government of Jharkhand for the respective scholarship category.
Domicile
The applicant must possess a valid Jharkhand Residential (Domicile) Certificate.
Institution
The applicant must be studying in a recognized institution approved under the Jharkhand eKalyan Scholarship Scheme.
Scholarship Benefits
Under the Jharkhand eKalyan Scholarship Scheme, eligible students receive financial assistance towards:
- Tuition Fee
- Examination Fee
- Maintenance Allowance
- Academic Expenses
- Other admissible scholarship benefits as prescribed by the Government
The scholarship amount is transferred directly to the student’s bank account through DBT (Direct Benefit Transfer) after successful verification.
Documents Required
Applicants should keep the following documents ready before applying online:
- Aadhaar Card
- Passport Size Photograph
- Class 10 Marksheet & Certificate
- Previous Qualifying Examination Marksheet
- Admission Receipt / Fee Receipt
- Bonafide Certificate
- Income Certificate
- Caste Certificate
- Residential (Domicile) Certificate
- Bank Passbook (Student’s Account)
- Active Mobile Number
- Email ID
- NSP OTR Number
- Printed Copy of Online Application (If Required)
How to Apply for Jharkhand eKalyan Scholarship 2026?
Candidates can complete the online application process by following these simple steps:
- Complete the NSP One Time Registration (OTR) and obtain your OTR Number.
- Visit the official Jharkhand eKalyan Scholarship Portal.
- Click on New Registration.
- Register using your OTR Number and required personal details.
- Log in to your account.
- Fill in the scholarship application form carefully.
- Upload all required documents in the prescribed format.
- Verify the application details.
- Submit the application form using the OTP verification process.
- Download and print the submitted application form for future reference.
Application Status
After submitting the application, candidates can log in to the eKalyan Scholarship Portal to:
- Check Application Status
- View Verification Status
- Track Institute Verification
- Track District Verification
- Check Scholarship Payment Status
- Download Application Form
