📢 E-Kalyan Scholarship 2025-2026 Registration is Now Open! (Jharkhand & Bihar)
The academic session 2025-2026 marks the new cycle for the e-Kalyan Scholarship programs, a vital financial aid initiative by the Welfare Departments of both the Government of Jharkhand and the Government of Bihar. This scholarship is designed to support students from Scheduled Castes (SC), Scheduled Tribes (ST), and Other Backward Classes (BC) in pursuing their education beyond matriculation.
Students who are permanent residents of the respective states and belong to the eligible categories are strongly advised to begin the application process immediately to avoid last-minute rush and technical issues.
🗓️ Key Dates for E-Kalyan 2025-2026 Applications
While the application windows for Jharkhand and Bihar run independently on their state-specific portals, the registration period for the new academic year has officially commenced or is imminent.
1. 🏞️ Jharkhand E-Kalyan Scholarship
The Jharkhand E-Kalyan Post-Matric Scholarship (Within and Outside State) application process for the 2025-2026 session is expected to open in the coming months, based on the recent announcements.
| Event | Tentative Dates (Based on Official Notices) |
| Online Application Start Date | December 2025 (Post-Matric) |
| Online Application Last Date | May 2026 (Post-Matric) |
| College-Level Verification End | February – March 2026 |
| Official Portal | ekalyan.cgg.gov.in Click Here to Registration |
2. 🏰 Bihar Post-Matric Scholarship (PMS Online)
The Bihar Post-Matric Scholarship (PMS), which falls under the E-Kalyan umbrella, has already opened its portal for the 2025-2026 academic session.
| Event | Tentative Dates (Based on Official Notices) |
| Online Application Start Date | 15 September 2025 |
| Online Application Last Date | 15 November 2025 |
| Official Portal | pmsonline.bih.nic.in (Medhasoft) |
✅ Eligibility Criteria (Must-Haves)
The core eligibility requirements across both states for the Post-Matric Scholarship remain consistent:
| Criteria | Jharkhand E-Kalyan (Tentative) | Bihar PMS (Tentative) |
| Domicile | Must be a Permanent Resident of Jharkhand. | Must be a Resident of Bihar. |
| Category | ST, SC, and BC (OBC). | SC and ST (for most schemes). |
| Course Level | Post-Matriculation (Class 11/12, Diploma, UG, PG, Professional). | Post-Matriculation (Class 11/12, Diploma, UG, PG, Professional). |
| Annual Family Income | SC/ST: ₹2.5 Lakh or less. BC (OBC): ₹1.5 Lakh or less. | SC/ST: ₹2.5 Lakh or less. |
📝 Step-by-Step Application Process (General Guide)
The application process is entirely online via the respective state portals.
- Visit the Official Portal: Navigate to ekalyan.cgg.gov.in (Jharkhand) or pmsonline.bih.nic.in (Bihar).
- Student Registration: Click on the ‘Student Registration’ link for the 2025-2026 session. Fill in your basic details, ensuring they match your Aadhaar Card.
- Login: Use the generated User ID and Password to log in.
- Fill Application Form: Complete the detailed application form with correct academic, personal, and bank account information.
- Upload Documents: Scan and upload all required documents (see list below) in the specified format (usually JPEG/PDF, max 150 KB).
- Final Submission: Review the application thoroughly, submit the form, and take a printout of the final application for future verification.
📑 Mandatory Documents Required
Ensure you have clear, valid scanned copies of the following documents before starting the application:
- Aadhaar Card (Must be linked to your bank account).
- Caste Certificate (Issued by the Competent Authority).
- Income Certificate (Should be recent and valid for the current session).
- Domicile/Residential Certificate (Proof of residence).
- Bonafide Certificate (From the current college/institution with fee structure).
- Previous Year’s Mark Sheet (Qualifying Exam Certificate).
- Bank Passbook (Aadhaar-linked account in the student’s name).
- Passport Size Photograph.
⚠️ Important Note: Aadhaar & Bank Link
The scholarship amount is transferred directly to the student’s bank account via Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT). It is mandatory that the student’s bank account is Aadhaar-seeded (Aadhaar-DBT linked) to ensure successful payment. Check your linking status on the UIDAI website.
Don’t miss out on this opportunity for financial aid! Apply early and ensure all documents are accurate and valid.
Helpdesk
Mobile : +91 9440256299
Toll free number : 1800-599-1289 11:00AM to 4:00PM, Monday to Friday (Except holidays)
Email : helpdeskekalyan@cgg.gov.in