Bihar Post Matric Scholarship
The Bihar Post Matric Scholarship (PMS) is a scholarship scheme for students belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC), Scheduled Tribes (ST), Backward Castes (BC), and Extremely Backward Castes (EBC) categories of Bihar. The scholarship is awarded to students pursuing post-matriculation studies, i.e., studies beyond Class 10.
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the Bihar Post Matric Scholarship, students must meet the following criteria:
- They must be a domicile/resident of Bihar.
- They must belong to the SC/ST/BC/EBC category of Bihar.
- They must have an annual family income of not more than INR 3 lakh from all sources.
- They must be pursuing post-matriculation studies from a recognized institution.
Scholarship Benefits
The Bihar Post Matric Scholarship provides students with the following benefits:
- Full tuition fee reimbursement
- Maintenance allowance
- Laptop/tablet
- Book allowance
- Examination fee reimbursement
- Hostel fee reimbursement
How to Apply Online
To apply for the Bihar Post Matric Scholarship online, students must follow these steps:
- Visit the official website of the Bihar Post Matric Scholarship.
- Click on the “New Registration” link.
- Create a new account by entering your personal details and contact information.
- Once your account is created, log in and fill out the scholarship application form.
- Upload the required documents, such as your Aadhaar card, caste certificate, income certificate, and educational certificates.
- Submit the application form and pay the application fee.
Scholarship Status
Students can check the status of their Bihar Post Matric Scholarship application online by following these steps:
- Visit the official website of the Bihar Post Matric Scholarship.
- Click on the “Student Login” link.
- Log in to your account by entering your username and password.
- Click on the “Scholarship Status” link.
- Your scholarship status will be displayed on the screen.
Important Dates
The important dates for the Bihar Post Matric Scholarship 2023-24 are as follows:
- Online application start date: August 1, 2023
- Online application end date: September 30, 2023
- Scholarship disbursement date: December 31, 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
Here are some frequently asked questions about the Bihar Post Matric Scholarship:
Q: Who is eligible for the Bihar Post Matric Scholarship?
A: Students belonging to the SC/ST/BC/EBC categories of Bihar and pursuing post-matriculation studies from a recognized institution are eligible for the Bihar Post Matric Scholarship.
Q: What are the benefits of the Bihar Post Matric Scholarship?
A: The Bihar Post Matric Scholarship provides students with full tuition fee reimbursement, maintenance allowance, laptop/tablet, book allowance, examination fee reimbursement, and hostel fee reimbursement.
Q: How can I apply for the Bihar Post Matric Scholarship online?
A: To apply for the Bihar Post Matric Scholarship online, you must visit the official website of the Bihar Post Matric Scholarship and fill out the scholarship application form. You will also need to upload the required documents.
Q: How can I check the status of my Bihar Post Matric Scholarship application?
A: To check the status of your Bihar Post Matric Scholarship application, you must visit the official website of the Bihar Post Matric Scholarship and log in to your account. You can then click on the “Scholarship Status” link to view your scholarship status.
Q: What are the important dates for the Bihar Post Matric Scholarship 2023-24?
A: The online application start date for the Bihar Post Matric Scholarship 2023-24 is August 1, 2023, and the online application end date is September 30, 2023. The scholarship disbursement date is December 31, 2023.
