The Jharkhand Scholarship for Girls 2025 is an important initiative by the Government of Jharkhand to promote education among girl students. These scholarships are provided to financially weak girls studying in schools, colleges, and universities under various schemes like Pre-Matric, Post-Matric, E-Kalyan, Minority & Merit-based scholarships.
Objectives of Jharkhand Scholarship for Girls
- To encourage girls education in Jharkhand
- To reduce school and college dropout rates
- To support SC, ST, OBC, Minority and economically weaker girl students
- To promote higher education and professional courses
List of Jharkhand Scholarships for Girls
- Pre-Matric Scholarship (Class 1 to 10)
- Post-Matric Scholarship (Class 11 to PhD)
- E-Kalyan Scholarship for SC/ST/OBC Girls
- Minority Scholarship for Girls
- Chief Minister Merit Scholarship for Girls
Eligibility Criteria (Category-wise)
- Applicant must be a permanent resident of Jharkhand
- Only female students are eligible
- Student must be studying in a recognized institute
- Annual family income:
- SC/ST: up to ₹2.5 lakh
- OBC: up to ₹1.5 lakh
- Minority: up to ₹2 lakh
Scholarship Amount Details
| Scheme |
Scholarship Amount |
| Pre-Matric Scholarship |
₹1,000 – ₹5,000 per year |
| Post-Matric Scholarship |
₹2,000 – ₹10,000 + tuition fee |
| E-Kalyan Scholarship |
Full tuition fee + maintenance allowance |
| Merit Scholarship |
₹10,000 – ₹30,000 annually |
Documents Required
- Aadhaar Card
- Jharkhand Domicile Certificate
- Income Certificate
- Caste Certificate (if applicable)
- Previous Class Marksheet
- Bank Passbook (linked with Aadhaar)
- Passport Size Photo
How to Apply Online (Step-by-Step)
- Visit official portal: https://ekalyan.cgg.gov.in
- Click on Student Registration
- Fill personal & academic details
- Upload documents
- Submit application & take printout
Renewal Process
Students who received scholarship last year must apply for renewal using their previous login details. Renewal requires updated marksheet and fee receipt.
Common Reasons for Rejection
- Incorrect bank details
- Income certificate mismatch
- Institute verification pending
- Duplicate application
Important Note: Jharkhand Scholarship amount is transferred directly to the student’s bank account via DBT.
Important Dates (Expected)
- Application Start: August 2025
- Last Date: October 2025
- Verification: November 2025
- Payment: December 2025 – January 2026
Official Website & Helpline
Official Portal: Jharkhand E-Kalyan Portal
Helpline: Available on official portal
