The Bihar Post Matric Scholarship helps eligible students from disadvantaged communities continue their education after Class 10. Support may cover approved fees or other eligible costs, depending on the student’s category, course and the rules for the academic year. The 2026–27 application details may change, so check the current official notice before applying.
This guide explains who may qualify, which documents to prepare and how to complete an online application. Treat the checklist as a starting point: the portal’s current instructions decide which documents and details are required.
Who may be eligible?
The scheme is generally intended for eligible Bihar residents studying after matriculation. Post-matric study can include intermediate courses, undergraduate and postgraduate programmes, and certain technical or vocational courses. A course and institution may need to be recognised or approved under the scheme.
Applicants are commonly considered under categories such as Scheduled Caste (SC), Scheduled Tribe (ST), Backward Class (BC) or Extremely Backward Class (EBC). The categories covered, conditions and available benefits can differ. Do not assume that every student or every course is included.
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Residence: You may need to show that you are a resident of Bihar.
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Study status: You should be enrolled in an eligible course at an eligible institution for the relevant academic year.
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Category: You may need a valid certificate for the category under which you apply.
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Family income: An income ceiling may apply. The limit can depend on the category and current rules.
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Other assistance: Rules may restrict receiving another scholarship for the same purpose or period.
Previous examination results, attendance, course progression or other conditions may also matter. Read the 2026–27 notice carefully, especially if you have changed courses, repeated a year, transferred institutions or already receive financial support.
Documents to prepare
Get clear, readable copies of your documents before opening the application. Names, dates and other details should match across your certificates and application. If a document is missing, ask the relevant issuing office or your institution how to obtain it; do not upload an unrelated file in its place.
| Document or detail | Why it may be needed |
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| Aadhaar or other accepted identity details | To identify the applicant and enter matching personal information |
| Bihar residence certificate | To support the residence requirement |
| Caste certificate | To confirm the category used for the application |
| Income certificate | To check the applicable family-income condition |
| Previous marksheet or examination record | To show academic history and course eligibility |
| Admission proof, bonafide certificate or fee details | To confirm current enrolment and course information |
| Bank account details or passbook | To provide payment information if assistance is approved |
| Photograph and other requested files | To complete the portal’s identity or application checks |
The exact list may be different for each applicant. The portal may ask for a document number, issue date, institution details or additional proof. Check file format and size instructions before uploading. Make sure the bank account is active and that the account holder’s details match the information requested by the portal.
How to apply online
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Find the official portal. Start from a Bihar government website or the department’s current scholarship notice. Use the portal linked there, rather than an advertisement or an unofficial agent.
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Read the current guidelines. Confirm the eligible categories, courses, income conditions, documents and application period for 2026–27. Do not rely only on a previous year’s instructions.
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Register or sign in. Enter your own contact and identity details. Keep access to the mobile number or email used, as the portal may send a verification code or application updates.
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Complete the form carefully. Select the correct category, course, institution and academic year. Copy certificate numbers and bank details accurately. Check spelling and dates against your documents.
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Upload and review. Attach the requested files, then review every section before submission. Save or print the application acknowledgement and note any reference number.
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Follow verification updates. Your institution or the relevant department may check the application. Respond to a correction request through the official process and check the portal for status changes.
Common mistakes to avoid
Submitting an incomplete form, choosing the wrong
