To promote inclusive education and reduce dropout rates, the Government of India has expanded its Govt Scholarship 2025 programs for OBC, SC, and ST students. These scholarships aim to support school and college students from disadvantaged backgrounds by covering tuition fees, books, living expenses, and more.
Multiple ministries and departments offer scholarships under central and state schemes. Students are advised to check eligibility thoroughly and apply through the official portals before deadlines.
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Central Govt Scholarships for SC/ST/OBC in 2025
Here are the key central-level scholarship schemes active in 2025:
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Post-Matric Scholarship for SC/ST/OBC Students
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Eligibility: Class 11 to PG level
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Family income: Below ₹2.5 lakh/year
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Benefits: Full tuition fee, hostel fee, ₹1,200/month maintenance allowance
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Pre-Matric Scholarship for SC/OBC Students
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Eligibility: Class 1 to 10
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Family income: Below ₹1 lakh/year
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Benefits: ₹225–₹500/month + books and uniform allowance
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National Fellowship for SC/ST (UGC-JRF Equivalent)
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For students pursuing MPhil/PhD
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Monthly fellowship of ₹31,000 (JRF) and ₹35,000 (SRF)
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Contingency, HRA, and escort allowances included
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Top Class Education Scheme for SC/ST Students
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Admission to premier institutions like IITs, IIMs, AIIMS
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Full fee reimbursement + laptop + living expenses
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All these schemes are managed by the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment and Ministry of Tribal Affairs, and can be accessed via scholarships.gov.in.
State-Level Scholarships for SC/OBC/ST Students
Most Indian states have their own dedicated portals and schemes. Some notable examples include:
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UP Scholarship Scheme – Open to OBC/SC/ST; paid directly through DBT
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Telangana ePASS – Offers fee reimbursement and book allowance
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Maharashtra MahaDBT – Covers diploma, UG, and PG students with category reservation
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Rajasthan Scholarship Yojana – Awarded to SC/ST girls and boys based on merit
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West Bengal OASIS Portal – Supports minority and reserved category students with monthly stipends
Students must apply through their respective state portals or integrated national portals depending on the scheme.
Documents Required for Scholarship Application in 2025
Here’s a list of documents generally required for applying:
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Aadhaar card
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Income certificate (issued by Tehsildar or relevant authority)
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Caste certificate (SC/ST/OBC)
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Bonafide certificate from institution
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Marksheet of previous academic year
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Bank account details (linked with Aadhaar)
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Passport-size photo
Some schemes may require disability certificates, if applicable.
How to Apply for Govt Scholarships 2025
Follow these steps to apply for most central scholarships:
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Go to https://scholarships.gov.in (National Scholarship Portal)
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Click on “New Registration” and complete the details
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Choose your scholarship scheme based on category and class/course
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Upload all required documents in JPG/PDF format
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Submit and save your application ID for future reference
State schemes have separate portals like UP eScholarship, ePASS, OASIS, etc., which follow similar steps.
FAQs
Who can apply for Govt Scholarships 2025?
Students from SC, ST, and OBC categories who meet income and academic eligibility can apply.
Is the application process fully online?
Yes, most government scholarships now follow a 100% online process via state or national portals.
When is the last date to apply?
Most central schemes close by October 31, 2025, but state deadlines may vary.
Can I apply for more than one scholarship?
You may apply for only one scholarship from the central government and one from your state, depending on eligibility overlap.
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