Scholarship
Jharkhand State Scheduled Tribe Post-Matric Scholarship Scheme(JSSTPMSS)
Overview
About JSSTPMSS
The Jharkhand State Scheduled Tribe Post-Matric Scholarship Scheme helps Scheduled Tribe students in Jharkhand continue their education beyond matriculation. It is run by the state's Department of Scheduled Tribe, Scheduled Caste, Minority and Backward Class Welfare.
The benefit is cash assistance towards the cost of post-matriculation study, for students enrolled in academic and professional courses at Class 11 and above. The department delivers the scheme through its eKalyan portal, where eligible students register, verify their details and apply online.
The aim is to ease the financial pressure that can force a student to stop after Class 10, so that higher and professional education stays within reach.
Sources: eKalyan Portal, Department of ST, SC, Minority and Backward Class Welfare, Government of Jharkhand · Department of Welfare, Government of Jharkhand · myScheme - Jharkhand State Scheduled Tribe Post-Matric Scholarship Scheme
Who runs it
Provider
Jharkhand State Government
State / UT Government
Department of Scheduled Tribe, Scheduled Caste, Minority and Backward Class Welfare
At a glance
Key details
| Level | State/ UT |
| Scheme type | — |
| Category | Education & Learning |
| Beneficiaries | Individual |
| Benefit type | Cash |
| Application mode | Online |
Calendar
Important dates
Across all open application cycles.
| Cycle | Stage | Date |
|---|
Who can apply
Eligibility criteria
| Eligibility Criteria for the Student | The student should be a native of Jharkhand. |
| Eligibility Criteria for the Student | The student belongs to the Scheduled Tribe category. |
| Eligibility Criteria for the Student | The student's family annual income should not exceed ₹2,50,000/-. |
| Eligibility Criteria for the Student | The student must be enrolled in a recognized educational institution that complies with the rules of the scheme and is registered on the departmental scholarship portal. The student should be pursuing a post-matric course (Degree, Diploma, Certificate, or equivalent). |
| Eligibility Criteria for the Student | The student should not be receiving any other scholarship or financial assistance from the central or state government. |
| Eligibility Criteria for the Student | Classification of Courses: Page No. 11 |
| Eligibility Criteria for the Student | Group 1: Professional degree/postgraduate courses in institutions with A++ to B++ NAAC accreditation. |
| Eligibility Criteria for the Student | Group 2: Vocational and diploma courses requiring Class 12 or higher qualifications. |
| Eligibility Criteria for the Student | Group 3: Polytechnic and other courses not covered in Groups 1 or 2. |
| Eligibility Criteria for the Student | Group 4: Graduate and Post Graduate course.Group 5: All post-matriculation (Post Class X level non-degree courses). |
What you get
Award & benefits
- Covers tuition fees, academic allowance, and maintenance fees: Course GroupHosteller (₹)Day-scholar (₹)Group- 1 "A"1,00,00090,000Group- 1 "B"90,00085,000Group- 1 "C"85,00080,000Group- 2 "A"75,00070,000Group- 2 "B"70,000 65,000
- Group- 2 "C"65,00060,000Group- 345,00040,000Group- 435,00030,000
- NOTE: The amount is directly credited to the Aadhaar-linked bank account through DBT (Direct Benefit Transfer).
- 60% funding by the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of India, and 40% by the Jharkhand State Government.
- The student must adhere to the attendance system prescribed by their educational institution or university to qualify for the scholarship.
- If a student switches courses mid-way, they are eligible for the scholarship in the new course only if they did not receive a scholarship for the previous course in the same academic year.
What to prepare
Documents required
Step by step
How to apply
- 1Apply online
See the official links below for the application portal.
Source
Official links
Questions
JSSTPMSS – FAQ
Disclaimer
Scheme details are compiled from myScheme, the Government of India’s official scheme-discovery platform, and are reproduced without alteration. Amounts, deadlines and eligibility change between cycles — always confirm on the official links above before applying. Expertie does not process applications or charge fees.