Madhya Pradesh Post Matric Scholarship for OBC

Scheme Introduction: A Brief Overview

The Madhya Pradesh Post Matric Scholarship for OBC, officially designated as the Pichhda Varg Post Matric Chhatravritti Yojana, is a state-sponsored scholarship scheme designed to support students belonging to the Other Backward Classes who pursue education beyond Class 10. Administered by the Backward Classes and Minority Welfare Department, Government of Madhya Pradesh, the scheme is entirely funded by the state government. It is classified as a beneficiary-oriented initiative and extends its benefits to eligible students across both urban and rural areas of the state.

The government launched this scholarship because many OBC families find it hard to bear the cost of higher studies once a child crosses the matriculation level. The main objective of the scheme is to give financial help to OBC students of Madhya Pradesh so that money does not force them to drop out and they can complete their education. Both boys and girls can benefit from the scheme.

Under the Post Matric Scholarship Scheme for OBC, the department pays the scholarship amount to eligible students through e-payment, according to their eligibility and the applicable rules. Students whose family's annual income is up to ₹3,00,000 are eligible for a 100% scholarship. 

To qualify for Post Matric Scholarship, a student must be a permanent resident of Madhya Pradesh, belong to a caste the state government has notified as a backward class, come from a family with an annual income of up to ₹3 lakh from all sources, and maintain at least 75% attendance at the educational institution. The government charges no application fee for this scholarship.

The scheme works through an online application process. Students must complete the online application and upload the required documents. The head of the educational institution forwards the application, and the institution submits it online to the district office, where the District Assistant Director of the department acts as the designated officer. Students must apply for every academic session. If a student has a grievance, the District Collector and the Assistant Director at the District Office act as the appellate authorities.

In addition to the Madhya Pradesh Post Matric Scholarship for OBC Students, the Government of Madhya Pradesh also runs other schemes to support students in pursuing their education. The Madhya Pradesh Mukhyamantri Medhavi Vidyarthi Yojana (MMVY) provides financial assistance for eligible meritorious students pursuing higher education, while the Madhya Pradesh Dr. Bhimrao Ambedkar Medhavi Vidyarthi Puraskar Yojana recognises and rewards eligible meritorious students from the designated categories for their academic achievements.

Scheme Benefits

The Madhya Pradesh Post Matric Scholarship for OBC Scheme offers financial support to eligible OBC students so that they can continue their studies after Class 10 without financial stress. Under the scheme, beneficiaries receive the following benefits.

• Financial assistance: Eligible students receive a scholarship amount based on their eligibility and the applicable rules.
• Electronic payment: The department pays the scholarship through e-payment.
• Covers boys and girls: Both male and female OBC students can apply.
• Urban and rural coverage: Students from cities as well as villages get the benefit.
• Free application: The government does not charge any fee for the application.
• Online process: Students apply online, and the institution forwards the application to the district office.

Eligibility Requirements

A student must meet all the following conditions laid down by the Madhya Pradesh government to get the OBC Post Matric Scholarship.

• The student must be a permanent resident of Madhya Pradesh.
• The student must belong to a caste that the Madhya Pradesh government has notified as a backward class (OBC).
• The annual income of the parents or guardian from all sources must be less than ₹3 lakh.
• The student must maintain at least 75% attendance at the educational institution.
• Both male and female students are eligible.
• Students from both urban and rural areas can apply.

Documents Required

Applicants should keep the following documents and details ready before applying for the Madhya Pradesh Post Matric Scholarship for OBC Students.

• Aadhaar Card
• Resident Proof
• Valid OBC caste certificate
• Parents' or guardian's income certificate
• Previous qualifying examination marksheet
• Samagra ID, if required by the portal or institution
• College details or college code
• Any additional documents requested by the scholarship portal or educational institution

Steps to Apply

Eligible students can apply through the official MP Higher Education Scholarship Portal by following these steps:

• Visit the official website of the MP State Scholarship Portal.
• On the home page, select the Post Matric Scholarship for OBC and check whether the application window for the current academic session is open.
• If applying for the first time, complete a new registration if the option is available and obtain your login credentials.
• Sign in using your registered User ID and password.
• Fill in the online application form and enter your personal, educational, college, and bank details as required.
• Attach all the required documents, such as your OBC caste certificate, income certificate, and Samagra ID details, as requested.
• Review the details and submit or lock the application as instructed.
• The educational institution verifies the application online. Track your application status and payment updates through the portal.

Relevant Links

• Madhya Pradesh Post Matric Scholarship for OBC Login
• Madhya Pradesh Post Matric Scholarship for OBC Students Details
• MP State Scholarship Portal 

Contact Information

• MP Post Matric Scholarship for OBC Helpline Number: 0755-2553329
• MP Post Matric Scholarship for OBC Helpdesk Email: [email protected]