The E-Kalyan Jharkhand Scholarship is a government initiative launched by the Welfare Department of Jharkhand to provide financial assistance to students from economically weaker sections. This scheme primarily benefits students belonging to Scheduled Castes (SC), Scheduled Tribes (ST), and Other Backward Classes (OBC), ensuring that they can pursue higher education without financial burdens. The scholarship program is divided into two main categories: Pre-Matric Scholarship, which supports students from Class 1 to 10, and Post-Matric Scholarship, which covers higher education for students in Class 11, undergraduate, and postgraduate courses.
To be eligible for the E-Kalyan scholarship, the applicant must be a resident of Jharkhand and belong to the SC, ST, or OBC category. Additionally, the annual family income should not exceed ₹2.5 lakh for SC/ST candidates and ₹1.5 lakh for OBC candidates. The scheme provides financial benefits that cover tuition fees, maintenance allowance, and other academic expenses, with the scholarship amount being directly transferred to the beneficiary’s bank account through the Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) system.
Students can apply for the scholarship through the official E-Kalyan portal (ekalyan.cgg.gov.in). The application process requires candidates to submit essential documents such as an Aadhaar card, income certificate, caste certificate, educational certificates, and bank account details. The application dates vary each year, so students must regularly check the portal for updates on deadlines and announcements.
The E-Kalyan Jharkhand Scholarship plays a crucial role in supporting underprivileged students by reducing financial constraints and promoting higher education. This initiative empowers students by providing them with equal opportunities to excel academically and build a better future.
