The Backward Classes Development Department, Government of Kerala has introduced various Pre Matric, Post Matric scholarships schemes. Eligible OBC, OEC candidates, in Kerala can now apply for these scholarships.
Pre/Post-Matric Scholarship for OBC, OEC students in Kerala
Pre/Post-Matric Scholarship for OBC, OEC students in Kerala: Standard 1 to 10, +1, +2, CA, ICWA, Company Secretary: Application Form
OBC students studying in Govt/Aided Schools from standard 1 to 10 in Kerala are eligible for Prematric Scholarship, OBC Students studying in +1, +2, CA, ICWA, Company Secretary courses in the State and other Institute of Excellence are eligible for OBC Postmatric Scholarship.
OEC Prematric Educational Assistance is for OEC Students studying in Govt/Aided/Unaided schools from standard 1 to 10, OEC Postmatric Educational Assistance is for OEC Postmatric students in the State and OEC students obtained admission to courses outside the State and allotment from Central agencies.
Overseas Scholarships is introduced for OBC Students studying for Post Graduate and above courses in the highly-rated University abroad.
Various scholarships offered by Backward Classes Development Department to Kerala students are:
- OBC Prematric Scholarship
- OBC Postmatric Scholarship
- OEC Prematric Educational Assistance
- OEC Postmatric Educational Assistance
- Overseas Scholarship
- Educational Assistance Under KPCR
- Financial Assistance for Competitive Exam Coaching
OBC Prematric Scholarship
Educational Scholarship for OBC students studying in Govt/Aided Schools from standard 1 to 10 in Kerala.
| 01 | Name of the Scheme | OBC Prematric Scholarship(50% Central assistance) |
| 02 | Head of Account | 2225-03-277-92-12 (Plan) |
| 03 | Scholarship Amount | Rs 1500/- Adhoc grant Rs 500/- + Stipend @ Rs 100/- x 10 months) |
| 04 | Annual Income limit | Rs. 2.5 Lakh |
| 05 | List of Communities | Click Here |
| 06 | EligibilityCriteria | The students studying in class 1 to 10 of Govt/Aided schools can apply. The beneficiary selection is based on the percentage of marks and annual family income according to the availability of fund.80% above marks should be scored in the annual examination of previous year. |
| 07 | How to Apply | As the department issues the notification, the students should submit the duly filled application form to the head of the institutions. The school authorities should enter the details the scholarship portal within time. |
| 08 | Online Portal | www.scholarship.itschool.gov.in |
| 09 | Scheme details Notified by the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment | Click Here |
| 10 | State Government Order | Click Here |
| 11 | Notification | Click Here |
| 12 | Application form | Click Here |
OBC Postmatric Scholarship
Educational Scholarship for OBC Students studying in +1, +2, CA, ICWA, Company Secretary courses in the State and other Institute of Excellence.
| 01 | Nameof the Scheme | OBC Postmatric Scholarship |
| 02 | Head of Account | 2225-03-277-96-00-12-00(Plan) |
| 03 | Annual Income Limit | Rs.2.5 lakhs. |
| 04 | Courses which come under Scholarship limit | Students who have been admitted through all india selection process and studying in national important institutions outside the state Students studying in CA/ICWA/Company Secretary courses within the State Higher Secondary Students of Kerala Sta |
| 05 | How to Apply | Online application through E-grantz portal. |
| 06 | Online Portal for Higher Secondary Students | www.egrantz.kerala.gov.in |
| 07 | Central Govt. Scheme Details | Click Here |
| 08 | Government Order | Higher Secondary– Click Here Other Courses – Click Here |
| 09 | Notification |
CA CMA CS Scholarship 2021-22 |
| 10 | OBC Postmatric Scholarship Online | Click Here |
| 12 | Contact Address | Applicants from Trivandrum to Ernakulam Regional Deputy Director Backward Classes Development Department Civil Station, 2nd Floor, Kakkanad Ernakulam- 682030 Applicants from Thrissur to Kasargode Regional Deputy Director Backward Classes Development Department Civil Station, Kozhikide- 673020 |
OEC Prematric Educational Assistance
Educational Assistance for OEC Students studying in Govt/Aided/Unaided schools from standard 1 to 10.
| 01 | Name of the Scheme | OEC. Pre Matric Educational Assistance |
| 02 | Head of Account | 2225-03-277-98-12 (Plan/Non Plan) |
| 03 | Beneficial Amount | STD I-IV – Rs 320/- STD V-VII- Rs- 630/- STD VIII- X Rs-940/- |
| 04 | Income limit | No income Limit for OEC Communities. Other Equivalent Communitiesupto Rs.6 lakhs. |
| 05 | List of OEC. Communities | Click Here |
| 06 | List of Other Communitiesselected for OEC Educational Benefit | Click Here |
| 07 | Eligibility Criteria |
Lump sum Grant is allotted to the OEC. Students of Govt./Aided/Recognised Un-Aided/C.B.S.E/I.C.S.E Affiliated Schools and Kendriya Vidyalayas in the state. |
| 08 | How to Apply | Students do not have to submit separate application. School authorities should make an online entry through the scholarship portal www.scholarship.itschool.gov.in within the prescribed time. Concerned Educational Officer should do on time verification the details entered by the Un- aided/ AffiliatedInstitutions. |
| 09 | Governmemt Order | Click Here |
| 10 | Notification | Click Here |
OEC Postmatric Educational Assistance
Educational Scholarship for OEC Postmatric students in the State and OEC students obtained admission to courses outside the State and allotment from Central agencies.
| 01 | Name of the Scheme | OEC Postmatric Educational Assistance |
| 02 | Head of Account | 2225-03-277-99 (Plan/Non Plan) |
| 03 | Beneficial Amount | Lampsum grant, Monthly stipend and legitimate fees are allotted to OEC students who are enrolled in +2 to Ph.D courses |
| 04 | Eligibility Criteria |
Students should be included in theState O.E.C. list and got admission through meritor Reservation |
| 05 | Income Limit | No limit |
| 06 | How to Apply | Apply Online |
| 07 | OnlinePortal |
www.e-grantz.kerala.gov.in |
| 08 | Time Limit, if any | Apply within 2 months after Admission |
| 09 | Name of the Implementing Agency | Schedule Caste Development Department |
| 10 | Address | Director |
| 11 | Government Order | Click Here |
Overseas Scholarship
Scholarship OBC Students studying for Post Graduate and above courses in the highly rated University abroad
| 01 | Notification | click here |
| 02 | User Manual | click here |
| 03 | List of Universities | click here |
| 04 | Agreement Model | click here |
| 05 | Name of the Scheme | Overseas Scholarship |
| 06 | Head of Account | 2225-03-277-91 (Plan) |
| 07 | Scholarship Amount | Maximum Rs. 10,00,000/- |
| 08 | Eligibility Criteria | Overseas scholarship is a scheme that provides opportunities to study selected Foreign Universities in Medical/ Engineering/ Pure Science/ Agriculture/ Management / Law / Social Science Courses. Candidates should pass in first class or not below 60% marks or graduates in the same grade.Priorityis given to those who have experience in any institution with above said qualification.Thehigher study should be on the same subject of graduation. |
| 09 | How to Apply | Click Here www.egrantz.kerala.gov.in |
| 10 | Address to Apply | Director, |
| 11 | Phone Number | Thiruvananthapuram- 0471- 2727378, 2727379 |
| 12 | Government Order | Click Here |
Educational Assistance Under KPCR
Educational assistance given to the students of Socially and Educationally Backward Communities (SEBC) of Kerala state.
| 01 | Name of the Scheme | KPCREducational Assistance to SEBC |
| 02 | Head of Account | 2225-03-277-99-12 (Plan/Non Plan) |
| 03 | Providing Assistance/ service | Degree Courses– Mandatory Fees PG & professional courses –All mandatory fees , lump sum grant & monthly stipend |
| 04 | Income limit | Rs 1 Lakh |
| 05 | Eligibility Criteria | SEBC students of Govt/Aided institutions & Self-financing engineering courses only – Fees are provide at par with government rate. |
| 06 | Online portal | http://www.egrantz.kerala.gov.in |
| 07 | Time limit if any | Apply within 2 months from the date of admission |
| Implementing Agency | Scheduled Caste Development Department |
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| 09 | Address | Director |
| 10 | Government Orders | G.O.(P) No. 208/1966/Edn dated 03.05.1966 |
Financial Assistance for Competitive Exam Coaching
Financial assistance for OBC students attending training programme for competitive exams ensuring admission in Medical/Engineering colleges, Banking/Civil Service/UGC/NET/GATE/MAT Examination.
| 01 | Name of the Scheme | Employability Enhancement Programme Financial Assistance to Competitive Exam Coaching |
| 02 | Head of Account | 2225-03-277-90 (Plan) |
| 03 | Maximum Grant Amount | Medical / Engineering Entrance–Rs. 30,000/- |
| 04 | Income Limit | 4.5 lakhs Preference given to annual income not exceeding Rs.2 lakhs |
| 05 | Age Limit | Medical / Engineering Entrance – Should be completed 17 years Civil Service – Between 18 & 39 Banking – Between 18 & 39 |
| 06 | Online Portal | |
| 07 | How to apply | Printout of Online registration and other relevant documents should be submitted to the concerned regional office. |
| 08 | Address to Apply | Applications for Competitive Exams From Trivandrum to Ernakulam From Thrissur to Kasaragode |
| 09 | Government Orders | Scheme Approval Order Order of the Discretionary power given to the Director |
| 10 | Notification | Click Here |
Source: bcdd.kerala.gov.in
