Odisha Prerana Scholarship – This article covers all the essential details about the Odisha Prerana Scholarship, initiated by the Government of Odisha to support students from backward classes. We will discuss the eligibility requirements, necessary documents, and the step-by-step process for applying for the 2025 scholarship along with important dates to remember.
Odisha Prerana Scholarship 2025
The Prerana Scholarship is a financial aid program designed to help needy students who are unable to afford their education. Each year, the Odisha Government introduces various schemes aimed at students from all backgrounds, including SC, ST, OBC, General, and Minority groups. This financial support does not require repayment, allowing eligible students to pursue their studies without financial burden. Eligible students are encouraged to apply before the deadline.
Odisha State Scholarship Portal
Important Dates for Prerana Scholarship 2025
Be mindful of the following dates while applying for the Prerana scholarship in 2025:
| Activities | Dates |
| Last Date for Submission of Online Application by Students | Tentative Date Not Announced |
| Last Date for Submission of Signed Printed Hard Copies | Tentative Date Not Announced |
| Last Date for Scrutinizing & Forwarding Applications by Students |
Tentative Date Not Announced |
| Last Date for Submission of Hard Copies by Institutes to DWO | Tentative Date Not Announced |
| Last Date for Online Sanctioning of Applications | Tentative Date Not Announced |
Details of Prerana Scholarship
| Name of Scholarship | Prerana Scholarship Scheme |
| Launched by | ST/SC/OBC/Other Minority Welfare Department, Odisha |
| Beneficiaries | Post Matric students |
| Objective | To provide financial assistance to ST/SC/OBC/SEBC/Minority group candidates for pursuing post-matriculation/post-secondary qualifications. |
| Official Website | www.mpsc.mp.nic.in |
Categories of Beneficiaries
The following categories of students are eligible to receive benefits under the Prerana Scholarship:
| Group I | Graduation/Post Graduation courses in Engineering, Medical, Agriculture, Veterinary, PG Diploma in Medicine and Management, PhD, M.Phil, Accountancy-related courses, LLM, etc. |
| Group II | Undergraduate or Postgraduate degrees, diplomas, certificates in Pharmacy, Paramedical fields, Nursing, LLB, Mass Communication, Interior Decoration, Hotel Management, and similar PG Courses like MA, M.Com, M.Sc, M.Ed, M.Pharma, etc. |
| Group III | +3 Degree Courses. |
| Group IV | 12th, ITI, 3-year diploma, and 2-year vocational courses. |
Incentives under Prerana Scholarship 2025
The following benefits are available for applicants of the Prerana scholarship in 2025:
- 100% reimbursement of course fees for General Courses.
- INR 28,500 for Technical courses.
- Monthly maintenance allowance for all students.
- Additional benefits based on groups as detailed below:
| Groups | Amount Per Month (Hosteller) | Amount Per Month (Non-Hosteller) |
| Group I | INR 1200/- (SC/ST) & INR 750/- (OBC) | INR 550/- (SC/ST) & INR 350/- (OBC) |
| Group II | INR 1000/- (SC/ST) & INR 510/- (OBC) | INR 530/- (SC/ST) & INR 335/- (OBC) |
| Group III | INR 1000/- (SC/ST) & INR 400/- (OBC) | INR 300/- (SC/ST) & INR 210/- (OBC) |
| Group IV | INR 1000/- (SC/ST) & INR 260/- (OBC) | INR 230/- (SC/ST) & INR 160/- (OBC) |
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Prerana Scholarship Statistics
| Schemes Online | 4 |
| Total Applications | 524,420 |
| Processed by Institute | 488,632 |
| Rejected by Institute | 21,360 |
| Sanctioned Applications | 370,752 |
List of Scholarships under Prerana Scholarship 2025
| S.No. | Scholarship Name | Application Period | Awards |
| 1. | Post-matric Scholarship for SC | August-October | Actual tuition/course fee, admission, library & sports fee, plus maintenance of up to INR 550 for day scholars & INR 1,200 for hostellers. |
| 2. | Post-matric Scholarship for ST | August-October | Actual tuition/course fee, admissions, library & sports fee, plus maintenance of up to INR 550 for day scholars & INR 1,200 for hostellers. |
| 3. | Post-matric Scholarship for OBC/SEBC | August-October | Actual tuition/course fee, admission, library & sports fee, plus maintenance of up to INR 350 for day scholars & INR 750 for hostellers. |
| 4. | Post-matric Scholarship for EBC | August-October | Actual tuition/course fee, admission, library & sports fee, plus maintenance of up to INR 350 for day scholars & INR 750 for hostellers. |
Eligibility Criteria for Prerana Scholarship
To apply for the Prerana Scholarship Scheme, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Must be a resident of Odisha.
- Must belong to backward categories.
- Household income limits:
- SC/ST: Not exceeding INR 2,50,000 per annum.
- OBC/SEBC: Not exceeding INR 1,50,000 per annum.
- EBC: Not exceeding INR 1,00,000 per annum.
- Must have secured at least 50% marks in the last examination.
Documents Required for Prerana Scholarship
The following are the required documents for applying:
- Residence Proof
- Aadhaar Card
- Caste Certificate (Self-declaration for Minority)
- Income Certificate (if applicable)
- Bank Details (Aadhaar linked)
- Mark Sheets from Previous Classes
- Fee Receipt (if applicable)
How to Apply Online for Prerana Scholarship 2025
To apply for the Prerana scholarship, follow these steps:
- Visit the official website.
- On the homepage, click on the ‘Login’ tab at the top right corner.
- If already registered, log in with your ‘Student Applicant ID’ and ‘Password’.
- If not registered, click on ‘New Students: Please Register Yourself’.
- A new page will open with instructions to follow.
- Fill in all necessary educational and personal details.
- Provide your bank account details.
- Click the Submit button.
- Print the completed form for your records.
Selection Process for Prerana Scholarship
The selection of candidates for the Prerana scholarship occurs in the following manner:
- Institutes will review submitted applications.
- Applications are forwarded to district welfare officers.
- District welfare officers will sanction applications and select students.
- Selected candidates receive scholarship amounts; however, selection is ultimately based on the discretion of district welfare officers.
Important Instructions
- Keep vital documents ready, like marksheets and bank account information.
- Ensure Aadhaar details are filled in before submitting the application.
- Review all details in the form before final submission.
- Print out the submitted form for future reference.
- Double-check bank account details before entry.
- Keep your application ID and password confidential.
How to Check Application Status for Prerana Scholarship
- Visit the official website.
- Click on ‘Application Status’ on the homepage.
- Enter your application ID to check the status.
- Your application status will be displayed on your screen.
Login Procedure for the Portal
- Go to the official website.
- Click on the Login option on the homepage.
- Enter your username, password, and captcha code.
- Click on login.
Correcting Aadhaar Details in Prerana Scholarship
If there are discrepancies with your Aadhaar details:
- Login to the official website.
- Click on ‘Know Your Aadhaar Verification Status’.
- If your status is not verified, click ‘Edit Personal Details’ to correct it.
- Submit the updated Aadhaar details.
View Registered Institutes
- Go to the official Odisha state scholarship portal.
- Click on ‘Registered Institutes’ on the homepage.
- Select your district, state, and tehsil.
- Click ‘Show List of Institutes’ to view them.
View Courses Available
- Go to the official website.
- Click on ‘Courses’ on the homepage.
- Select your course type and click ‘Show List of Courses and Branches’.
View Fee Structure
- Visit the official website.
- Click on ‘Fee Structure’ on the homepage.
- Select your district, tehsil, and institute name, and click ‘Show Course/Branches Registered with Institute’.
View Scheme Details
- Go to the official website.
- Click on ‘Schemes’ on the homepage.
- Select the scheme and academic year to view details.
Registered Student Login Procedure
- Go to the official website.
- Click on ‘Registered Student’s Login’ on the homepage.
- Enter your student name or application ID, password, and captcha code.
- Click on login.
Status of Applications by Institutes
- Visit the official website.
- Click on ‘Live Updates’ on the homepage.
- Select ‘Institute-wise Status of Registered Application Summary’.
- Select your district, tehsil, and academic year to generate a report.
Check Received Application Status at Various Levels
- Go to the official website.
- Click on ‘Live Updates’ on the homepage.
- Select ‘Status of Received Application at Various Levels’.
- Select your district, tehsil, academic year, and scheme to generate a report.
Download Application Format for Out-of-State Institutes
- Go to the official website.
- Click on ‘Outside State Student’.
- Download the out-of-state student application format.
- Click the download option to save it in PDF format.
Download Detailed Instructions
- Visit the official website.
- Click on ‘Outside State Student’.
- Download the Detailed Instructions.
- Click download once instructions are displayed.
Important Downloads
| IFSC Codes of Odisha | Click Here |
| Institute Level Input Format | Click Here |
| User Manual for Institutes | Click Here |
| Student User Manual | Click Here |
| User Manual for DWO | Click Here |
Contact Information
This article has provided crucial information regarding the Prerana Scholarship. For any issues, you can contact the helpline or email:
- Helpline Number: 0674-2391780
- Email: prerana.grievance@gmail.com & ssdpostmatric@gmail.com