Centrally Sponsored Scheme of Pre-matric Scholarship to Other Backward Classes (OBC) for Studies in India
This scheme provides pre-matric scholarships to OBC students from low-income families in India.
Key facts
| Benefit | ₹5,000 yearly |
|---|---|
| Who | OBC students from poor households |
| Income limit | ₹2,50,000 |
| Implemented by | Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment |
| Official portal | scholarships.gov.in |
| Application window | Annual window — confirm dates on the official portal |
Benefits
Beneficiaries receive a scholarship of ₹500 per month for hostellers and ₹100 per month for day scholars for a duration of 10 months. An additional ad-hoc grant of ₹500 per annum is also provided to all students.
Who can apply
- Household income ≤ ₹2,50,000/year
- Category: OBC
- poor household
- not income tax payer
Students belonging to the Other Backward Classes (OBC) with an annual family income not exceeding ₹2,50,000 can apply. The scheme is intended for those who are not income tax payers and come from poor households. Students must also maintain a minimum attendance of 60% in the previous academic year.
How to apply
Applications can be submitted online through the National Scholarship Portal.
- Visit the National Scholarship Portal and select 'New Registration'.
- Read the guidelines and click 'Continue' to access the registration form.
- Fill in the mandatory details and click 'Register' to receive your Application ID and password.
- Log in using your Application ID and password, and enter the CAPTCHA code.
- Reset your password if prompted, then access the 'Applicant’s Dashboard'.
- Complete the application form and upload the required documents.
- Submit the application by selecting 'Final Submit' or save it as a draft.
Documents required
- Passport Sized Photograph
- Aadhaar Number
- Proof of Educational Qualification
- Bonafide Certificate
- OBC Caste Certificate
- Income Certificate
- Details of the Aadhaar-linked Bank Account.
Frequently asked questions
What is the main objective of the Pre-Matric Scholarship for OBCs?
The scheme aims to improve literacy rates among OBC children by providing financial support for their education.
How is the income of the parents calculated for eligibility?
Only the income of the parents or the husband of a married unemployed girl student is considered, excluding other family members' incomes.
What if a student's parent's income changes due to death?
If a parent passes away and the family's income falls below the threshold, the student can apply for the scholarship from the month of the parent's death.
Is house rent allowance included in the income calculation?
House Rent Allowance is exempt from income calculations for scholarship eligibility if it is permitted for Income-Tax purposes.
How long is the scholarship available?
The scholarship is available for students in pre-matric classes, from class I to class X, covering a duration of 10 months each academic year.
Where can the scholarship be availed?
The scholarship is tenable in institutions recognized by the respective State Government or Union Territory Administrations.
Key terms explained
- SC / ST / OBC
- Official social categories — Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes and Other Backward Classes — used for reservations and targeted welfare schemes.
Always confirm the latest details on the official portal before applying.
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