Centrally Sponsored Scheme of Post-Matric Scholarship for OBC Students for studying in India
✓ Information verified — April 2026This is a scholarship scheme run by the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment to help OBC (Other Backward Class) students pay for their education after passing Class 10 or 12. The scheme provides money directly to students' bank accounts so they can continue their studies in colleges, universities, and other higher education institutions across India.
What You Get
- Financial assistance to cover educational expenses
- Money transferred directly to your bank account (Direct Benefit Transfer)
- Support available for studies at post-matriculation and post-secondary levels
- Helps OBC students complete their higher education without financial burden
Who Can Apply
- Age: 14–100 years
- Must belong to OBC (Other Backward Class) category
- Must have passed Class 10 (Matriculation) or Class 12 (Senior Secondary)
- Must be studying in an approved educational institution in India
- Family income must be within prescribed limits (check with state/ministry for exact amount)
- Must have a valid bank account for receiving scholarship
Documents Needed
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- 1. Aadhaar Card
- 2. OBC Certificate
- 3. Income Certificate
- 4. Bank Passbook
- 5. Matriculation/12th Certificate
- 6. College Admission Letter
- 7. Fee Receipt
How to Apply
- 1Check your eligibility criteria above
- 2Gather all required documents listed below
- 3Visit the official portal (linked below)
- 4Fill the application form online / offline
- 5Submit the form and note your application reference number
- 6Track status on the official portal or visit nearest CSC
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Quick Facts
- Scheme Level
- Central Government
- Ministry
- Ministry Of Social Justice and Empowerment
- Category
- Education
- Target Gender
- All genders
- Age Group
- 14–100 years
- Application
- Check portal
- Last Updated
- 25 Apr 2026
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