Government of Jharkhand, through its Welfare Department, has invited online applications for the eKalyan Scholarship Jharkhand 2025–26. This flagship post-matric scholarship scheme aims to provide financial support to students from SC, ST, OBC, and EWS categories who are pursuing higher education across recognised institutions.
Eligible candidates can submit their applications online via the eKalyan Jharkhand Portal. The scholarship covers a wide range of academic programmes including Intermediate, Graduation, Post-Graduation, ITI, Diploma, Engineering, and Medical courses.
eKalyan Jharkhand Scholarship 2026: Highlights
| Scholarship Name | Jharkhand eKalyan Post-Matric Scholarship |
| Organising Authority | Welfare Department, Government of Jharkhand |
| Academic Session | 2025–26 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Status | Ongoing |
| Last Date to Apply | 15 May 2026 |
| Official Website | https://ekalyan.cgg.gov.in |
Eligibility Criteria for eKalyan Scholarship
Students applying for the Jharkhand eKalyan Scholarship must fulfil the following conditions:
| Course Eligibility | Intermediate (Class 12), Graduation, Post-Graduation, Diploma, ITI, Medical, Engineering, or equivalent |
| Category | SC, ST, OBC, and EWS students only |
| Income Limit | ₹2.5 lakh per annum (for all eligible categories) |
| Domicile | Must be a permanent resident of Jharkhand |
Documents Required for Application
Applicants must upload the following documents while filling out the online form:
| Matric (10th) Marksheet | Qualification proof |
| Previous Year Marksheet | Latest academic record |
| Bonafide Certificate | Issued by institution |
| Income Certificate | Issued after 01 April 2025 |
| Caste Certificate | For reserved categories |
| Residential Certificate | Proof of domicile |
| Aadhaar Card | Identity verification |
| Bank Passbook | For DBT transfer |
| Passport-size Photograph | Recent photo |
| Application Printout | Required for verification |
Important Dates
| Application Start Date | Already Started |
| Last Date to Apply | 15 May 2026 |
| Correction Window | Till 15 May 2026 |
| College (INO) Verification | To be notified |
| District (DNO) Verification | To be notified |
Important Links
Students can access the following services through the official portal:
(All links are available on the official eKalyan Jharkhand Portal.)
About JAC Portal
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For the latest updates and direct application access, visit the official portal regularly.
