Bihar Pre-Matric Scholarship for SC/ST/OBC/EBC (Class 9-10)
Annual Scholarship up to Rs 8,000
Bihar Pre-Matric Scholarship for SC/ST/OBC/EBC (Class 9-10) is a scholarship by Government of Bihar for students in Class 9–10. It is free to take part.
Mode
Online
Eligibility
Class 9–10
Fee
Free
Duration
One academic year per award cycle
Format
Individual
Time needed
Annual application and renewal with school-level verification each academic year
About This Opportunity
The Bihar Pre-Matric Scholarship is a state-government welfare scheme administered by the Backward Classes and EBC Welfare Department and the SC and ST Welfare Department, Government of Bihar. It provides financial assistance to students from Scheduled Caste, Scheduled Tribe, Other Backward Classes, and Extremely Backward Classes communities studying in Classes 9 and 10. The scheme aims to reduce school dropout rates and help economically disadvantaged children complete secondary education.
Eligible applicants are domiciles of Bihar enrolled in government or government-recognised schools and belonging to SC, ST, OBC, or EBC categories. For OBC and EBC applicants, the annual family income must not exceed two lakh fifty thousand rupees, with relaxations for SC and ST applicants under the central pre-matric component. Students must hold a valid caste certificate, income certificate, residence certificate, Aadhaar, and an active bank account for direct benefit transfer.
The scholarship covers tuition-related and incidental school expenses such as books, stationery, uniforms, and academic allowances. Annual amounts vary by category and component, with central pre-matric awards ranging from approximately three thousand five hundred to eight thousand rupees and state OBC and EBC awards starting at one thousand eight hundred rupees per year. Funds are disbursed directly into the student bank account through Public Financial Management System transfers after district-level verification.
Applications are submitted online through the National Scholarship Portal for centrally sponsored components and through Bihar e-Kalyan and Backward Classes welfare service portals for state components. The process involves online registration, completion of personal, academic, and bank details, document upload, school-level verification, and district welfare officer approval. Renewal each academic year requires fresh submission with promotion proof and continued eligibility evidence.
Eligibility
- Grade Level
- Class 9–10
- Age Range
- 13 - 17 years
- Location
- Bihar
Academic requirement
Currently enrolled in Class 9 or Class 10 at a government or government-recognised school in Bihar with regular attendance and promotion from the previous class.
Family income limit
Up to ₹2,50,000 per year
Prerequisites
- Valid caste certificate issued by competent authority
- Family annual income certificate within prescribed limit
- Active bank account in student or parent name with Aadhaar seeding
- Continuous enrolment in Class 9 or Class 10 at a recognised school
Additional requirements
- Applicant must be a permanent resident of Bihar with a valid domicile certificate
- Applicant must be enrolled in a government or government-recognised school within Bihar
Bihar-domiciled students in Classes 9-10 belonging to SC, ST, OBC, or EBC categories, studying in government or government-recognised schools. Family annual income must not exceed two lakh fifty thousand rupees for OBC and EBC applicants, with central pre-matric component income relaxations for SC and ST students.
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Rewards & Recognition
Award
Up to Rs 8,000
Annual scholarship amounts vary by category and component. Central pre-matric awards for SC and ST students range from approximately three thousand five hundred to eight thousand rupees per year. State OBC and EBC awards for Classes 9 and 10 start at one thousand eight hundred rupees per year and include book and stationery components.
Opens doors to
Continuous receipt of pre-matric assistance through Class 10 establishes eligibility records that ease transition to post-matric scholarship schemes for higher secondary and college education.
How to apply
- 1Register on the National Scholarship Portal for centrally sponsored pre-matric components or on the Bihar e-Kalyan and Backward Classes welfare portal for state components
- 2Complete personal, academic, family income, and bank account details in the online application form
- 3Upload scanned copies of caste certificate, income certificate, residence certificate, Aadhaar, bank passbook, and previous year marksheet
- 4Submit the application for school-level verification by the head of institution
- 5Track application status online and respond to any objections raised by district welfare officers
What it covers
- Books and stationery
- Uniform allowance
- Academic incidental expenses
- Stay-at-home or maintenance allowance for select components
Frequently asked questions
Is Bihar Pre-Matric Scholarship for SC/ST/OBC/EBC (Class 9-10) free?
This opportunity is free to participate in.
Who can participate in Bihar Pre-Matric Scholarship for SC/ST/OBC/EBC (Class 9-10)?
Students in Class 9–10. children aged 13-17.
What will my child gain from Bihar Pre-Matric Scholarship for SC/ST/OBC/EBC (Class 9-10)?
Annual financial assistance for Classes 9 and 10 covering school-related expenses. Coverage of books, stationery, and uniform costs for eligible students. Direct Benefit Transfer to student or parent bank account. Reduction of dropout risk for students from disadvantaged communities. Smooth pathway to post-matric scholarship eligibility after Class 10.
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