BPL Scholarship for College Students
The BPL Scholarship for College Students in Chhattisgarh offers financial aid to students from low-income families pursuing higher education.
Key facts
| Undergraduate | ₹300 per month |
|---|---|
| Postgraduate | ₹500 per month |
| Duration | Up to 10 months per academic year (about ₹3,000 UG / ₹5,000 PG a year) |
| Who | BPL-household students in government colleges in Chhattisgarh (Graduate / Post Graduate) |
| Condition | Not receiving any other scholarship |
| Paid as | Direct Benefit Transfer to the student’s bank account |
| Apply | Online at the National Scholarships Portal (scholarships.gov.in) |
| Application window | Apply on the National Scholarships Portal each academic year. Watch for the year’s window and submit before it closes; renewal is done each year too. |
Benefits
Eligible students receive a monthly scholarship of ₹300 for undergraduate and ₹500 for postgraduate studies, with a maximum duration of 10 months per academic year.
Full guide
What the scheme gives you
College fees and daily costs can push students from poor families out of higher education. Chhattisgarh’s BPL Scholarship for College Students gives a monthly scholarship to help — ₹300 a month for undergraduate students and ₹500 a month for postgraduate students, for up to 10 months in an academic year (roughly ₹3,000 and ₹5,000 a year respectively). It is paid directly to the student’s bank account.
Who can apply
You are eligible if:
- You are studying a graduate or post-graduate course in a government college in Chhattisgarh
- Your family is Below Poverty Line (holds a BPL card)
- You are not receiving any other scholarship
How to apply
The application is online on the National Scholarships Portal (scholarships.gov.in). Register to get your Student Registration ID, log in, choose a fresh application, fill the form and submit — then note the registration number. Renewal is done each year on the same portal, so keep your documents ready for the annual window.
Documents you need
- BPL card / below-poverty-line proof
- Educational certificates (previous mark sheets)
- Aadhaar card and bank passbook
- Passport-size photograph
Who can apply
- For: student
- Resident of Chhattisgarh
- poor household
- not income tax payer
Students enrolled in Graduate or Post Graduate programs at government colleges in Chhattisgarh can apply. Applicants must belong to a Below Poverty Line (BPL) household and should not be receiving benefits from any other scholarship scheme.
Who is not eligible
- Students not in a government college in Chhattisgarh
- Families that are not Below Poverty Line (no BPL card)
- Students already receiving another scholarship
How to apply
Applications must be submitted online through the National Scholarship Portal.
- Visit the NSP Portal at https://scholarships.gov.in/ and select 'New Registration'.
- Complete the registration form to obtain your Student Registration ID.
- Log in using your Student Registration ID and select 'Fresh Application'.
- Fill out the application form and click 'Final Submit' to submit your application.
- After submission, note the system-generated registration number for future reference.
Documents required
- Educational documents of the student
- Bank passbook for filling in bank details
- Aadhaar Card
- A valid mobile Number
- An e-mail ID
- BPL Card
- Passport size photograph
- Disability certificate (If applicable)
Common problems and how to fix them
| Problem | What to do |
|---|---|
| Which portal to use | Apply on the National Scholarships Portal (scholarships.gov.in), not a state site. |
| No BPL card | A BPL card / proof of below-poverty-line status is essential. Arrange it before applying. |
| Already on another scholarship | You cannot hold two scholarships at once. Choose one; this scheme requires you not to be on any other. |
| Amount not credited | It is paid by DBT — confirm your bank account is Aadhaar-linked and correct, then check your status on the portal. |
Frequently asked questions
What is the purpose of the BPL Scholarship?
The scholarship aims to provide financial support to meritorious students from BPL families to assist with their educational expenses.
Who is eligible to apply for this scholarship?
Eligibility includes students in Graduate or Post Graduate programs at government colleges in Chhattisgarh, whose guardians hold a BPL Card and who are not receiving other scholarships.
What is the scholarship amount for renewal applicants?
Renewal applicants receive ₹3000 for undergraduate courses and ₹5000 for postgraduate courses.
How is the scholarship amount disbursed?
The scholarship is disbursed directly to the student's bank account through the Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) method.
What documents are required for the application?
Required documents include educational certificates, a bank passbook, Aadhaar card, BPL card, and a passport-sized photograph, among others.
How much is the scholarship?
₹300 a month for undergraduate and ₹500 a month for postgraduate students, for up to 10 months a year.
Who is eligible?
BPL-household students in government colleges in Chhattisgarh, in graduate or post-graduate courses, not on any other scholarship.
Can I hold another scholarship too?
No — you must not be receiving any other scholarship.
How is it paid?
By Direct Benefit Transfer to the student’s bank account.
Where do I apply?
Online at the National Scholarships Portal, scholarships.gov.in.
Key terms explained
- BPL (Below Poverty Line)
- An official classification for households whose income falls below a government-set threshold; many welfare schemes prioritise them.
Always confirm the latest details on the official portal before applying.
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