Bihar Chhatravas Anudan Yojana 2025 is a scheme by the Bihar government to support students from Other Backward Classes (OBC) and Extremely Backward Classes (EBC) in the state. With this scheme, eligible students get free hostel accommodation, so you can concentrate on your studies without worrying about living costs. Along with free hostel stay, you also get a monthly scholarship of
u20B91,000 and 15 kg of free rice to help with daily needs.
About Bihar Chhatravas Anudan Yojana 2025
The backward and extremely backward welfare department of Bihar runs this scheme. It aims to encourage students from these communities to continue their education by easing their financial worries. You need to be studying in at least class 11 at a government-recognized institution in Bihar to get these benefits.
The registration process has recently started for the 2024-25 academic year. Districts have set up separate hostels: 100 seats for OBC students in the Welfare Hostel and 100 seats for EBC students in the Jananayak Karpoori Thakur Hostel. If you’re interested, you can apply offline to get free accommodation in these hostels.
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Main Highlights of Bihar Muft Chhatrawas Yojana 2025
| Scheme Name | Bihar Chhatravas Anudan Yojana |
| Responsible Department | Backward & Extremely Backward Classes Welfare Department |
| Beneficiaries | Students from OBC and EBC communities |
| Benefits | Free hostel, ₹1000 monthly scholarship, and 15 kg free rice |
| Year | 2025 |
| Scheme Status | Active |
| Application Process | Offline |
| Official Website | https://ekalyan.bih.nic.in/ |
How to Apply for Bihar Free Hostel Scheme 2025
First, check if there are empty seats in the hostels in your district. If there are, visit the District Development Commissioner27s office, the backward and extremely backward classes welfare officer, or the hostel superintendent to get the application form and submit it offline.
Make sure you apply in your home district because admission is only given in the hostels located there.
Purpose of Bihar Muft Chhatravas Yojana 2025
This scheme is made to help students from backward communities who have money problems. It helps you keep studying without breaks by offering free lodging and financial help. The Bihar government wants to support you in reaching higher education and improving your chances of a good job or career.
Benefits and Features of Bihar Chhatravas Anudan Yojana 2025
- Run by Bihar27s Backward & Extremely Backward Classes Welfare Department.
- Free hostel accommodation for eligible OBC and EBC students.
- Monthly scholarship of ₹1000 and 15 kg free rice.
- Registration open for 100 seats each in Welfare Hostel and Jananayak Karpoori Thakur Hostel for the 2024-25 academic year.
- Applicants get admission in the hostel located in their home district only.
- Applications are offline only; no online submissions.
- Encourages education among backward communities to help them become independent and empowered.
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District-wise Bihar Chhatravas Anudan Yojana 2025
- Patna
- Bhagalpur
- Kishanganj
- Rohtas
- Samastipur
- Vaishali
- Khagaria
- East Champaran
- Katihar
List of Jananayak Karpoori Thakur Hostels (District-wise)
- Aurangabad
- Nalanda
- Saharsa
- Bhojpur
- Rohtas
- Arwal
- Araria
- Buxar
- Purnia
- Bhagalpur
- Jamui
- Bhagalpur (again)
- West Champaran
- Sitamarhi
- Gaya
- Gopalganj
- East Champaran (again)
- Katihar (again)
- Munger
- Supaul
- Madhubani
- Muzaffarpur
- Kishanganj (again)
Eligibility Criteria for Bihar Free Hostel Scheme 2025
- You should be a permanent resident of Bihar.
- Be from Other Backward Classes (OBC) or Extremely Backward Classes (EBC).
- Have to be studying at least in class 11 in a recognized institution.
- Apply only in the district where you live.
Documents Required for Bihar Chhatravas Anudan Yojana
- Aadhaar Card
- Educational qualification certificate
- Residence proof
- Caste certificate
- Anti-ragging affidavit for hostel
- Enrollment receipt from the institution
- Bank account details
- Passport size photo
Steps to Apply for Bihar Chhatravas Anudan Yojana 2025
- Check if there are open seats for OBC and EBC students in your district27s hostels.
- If seats are there, visit the district welfare department or hostel office and get the offline application form.
- Fill out the form and submit it with the required documents.
- Wait for confirmation and if selected, enjoy free hostel facilities.