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Post Matric Scholarship for BC and EBC students (Bihar)

Post Matric Scholarship for BC and EBC students (Bihar) is a state government scheme. Scholarship towards fees for courses after class 10 (inter, graduation, professional and technical courses) for Backward Class and Extremely Backward Class students. Who qualifies: Students of Bihar from the Backward Class (BC) or Extremely Backward Class (EBC). Applying is free on pmsonline.bihar.gov.in.

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You getSee benefit below
WhereBihar (state government)
Run byEducation Department and BC and EBC Welfare Department, Govt of Bihar
Last checked1 November 2026

What do you get under Bihar PMS BC/EBC?

Scholarship towards fees for courses after class 10 (inter, graduation, professional and technical courses) for Backward Class and Extremely Backward Class students.

For 2026-27 the portal took applications from 15 July to 30 September 2026. SC and ST students apply on the separate SC-ST portal linked from the same site.

Bihar PMS BC/EBC: latest updates

  1. Applications for session 2026-27 opened, last date 30 September 2026. official source

Who is eligible for Bihar PMS BC/EBC?

  • Students of Bihar from the Backward Class (BC) or Extremely Backward Class (EBC).
  • Studying a post-matric course in a recognised institution.
  • Family income within the limit set by the state (shown on the portal); income and caste certificates must be issued at RO level.
  • Not taking any other scholarship for the same course and year.

Also check:

  • Your Aadhaar must be seeded with your bank account for DBT, or the form cannot be finalised.
  • For 2026-27 the income certificate must be dated 1 April 2026 or later.

Documents needed for Bihar PMS BC/EBC

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Offices may ask for more. Check the official list before you go.

How to apply for Bihar PMS BC/EBC

  1. Open pmsonline.bihar.gov.in and choose New Registration for the current session.
  2. Fill details, upload RO-level income and caste certificates and your marksheets, then finalise.
  3. Your institution and the district office verify; fix any defect within 15 days (three chances in all).

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How to check Bihar PMS BC/EBC status

  1. On pmsonline.bihar.gov.in choose Application Status, pick the academic year and log in. Status is also sent by SMS.

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Common questions

Who is eligible for Bihar PMS BC/EBC?

Students of Bihar from the Backward Class (BC) or Extremely Backward Class (EBC). Studying a post-matric course in a recognised institution. Family income within the limit set by the state (shown on the portal); income and caste certificates must be issued at RO level. Not taking any other scholarship for the same course and year.

How much do I get under Bihar PMS BC/EBC?

Scholarship towards fees for courses after class 10 (inter, graduation, professional and technical courses) for Backward Class and Extremely Backward Class students. For 2026-27 the portal took applications from 15 July to 30 September 2026. SC and ST students apply on the separate SC-ST portal linked from the same site.

What documents do I need for Bihar PMS BC/EBC?

Aadhaar card (linked to your mobile number); Bank passbook or account details (Aadhaar-seeded account); Income certificate; Caste certificate (SC / ST / OBC), if you claim it; Domicile or residence certificate of the state; Education certificates (marksheets); Proof of admission or fee receipt; Passport-size photo.

How do I apply for Bihar PMS BC/EBC?

Open pmsonline.bihar.gov.in and choose New Registration for the current session. Fill details, upload RO-level income and caste certificates and your marksheets, then finalise. Your institution and the district office verify; fix any defect within 15 days (three chances in all). Official site: https://pmsonline.bihar.gov.in/

How do I check Bihar PMS BC/EBC status?

On pmsonline.bihar.gov.in choose Application Status, pick the academic year and log in. Status is also sent by SMS.

Do I have to pay anyone to apply for Bihar PMS BC/EBC?

No. Applying for a government scheme is free on the official portal, and at Common Service Centres you pay only the notified service fee, if any. Never pay an agent who promises approval.

What was the last date for Bihar post matric scholarship 2026-27?

The BC-EBC portal accepted 2026-27 applications from 15 July to 30 September 2026. Watch pmsonline.bihar.gov.in for any extension or correction window.

Why can I not finalise my PMS form?

The portal blocks forms where Aadhaar is not seeded to the bank account for DBT. Get Aadhaar seeding done at your bank, then finalise.

Official sources

Last checked 1 November 2026; next review by 30 April 2027. Rules and amounts change, so confirm on the official site before you apply. IndiaDigital is independent and not a government site.

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