What do you get under Medhabi Chhatra Yojana?
State merit scholarships for college students: e-Medhabruti (₹10,000 a year for UG, ₹15,000 for PG), Gopabandhu Sikhya Sahayata Yojana (₹20,000 a year for underprivileged students) and the Vyasakabi Fakir Mohan scholarship for Odia (₹20,000 UG Honours, ₹30,000 PG).
Who is eligible for Medhabi Chhatra Yojana?
- Students of Odisha in higher education who meet the merit and income rules of each component, as set in the yearly guideline.
Also check:
- Merit cut-offs and income limits differ by component and year; read the current guideline on dhe.odisha.gov.in before applying.
Documents needed for Medhabi Chhatra Yojana
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How to apply for Medhabi Chhatra Yojana
- Apply on the State Scholarship Portal (scholarship.odisha.gov.in) when the window opens for the academic year.
- Choose the right scheme, upload marksheets, income certificate and admission proof.
- Your college verifies the application before the money is paid to your bank account.
Common questions
Who is eligible for Medhabi Chhatra Yojana?
Students of Odisha in higher education who meet the merit and income rules of each component, as set in the yearly guideline.
How much do I get under Medhabi Chhatra Yojana?
State merit scholarships for college students: e-Medhabruti (₹10,000 a year for UG, ₹15,000 for PG), Gopabandhu Sikhya Sahayata Yojana (₹20,000 a year for underprivileged students) and the Vyasakabi Fakir Mohan scholarship for Odia (₹20,000 UG Honours, ₹30,000 PG).
What documents do I need for Medhabi Chhatra Yojana?
Aadhaar card (linked to your mobile number); Education certificates (marksheets); Income certificate; Proof of admission or fee receipt; Bank passbook or account details (Aadhaar-seeded account); Domicile or residence certificate of the state.
How do I apply for Medhabi Chhatra Yojana?
Apply on the State Scholarship Portal (scholarship.odisha.gov.in) when the window opens for the academic year. Choose the right scheme, upload marksheets, income certificate and admission proof. Your college verifies the application before the money is paid to your bank account. Official site: https://scholarship.odisha.gov.in/
Do I have to pay anyone to apply for Medhabi Chhatra Yojana?
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.
Official sources
- Higher Education Department, Odisha: scholarship guidelines
- Odisha Budget Speech 2026-27, Part II (para 37)
- State Scholarship Portal, Govt of Odisha
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.