Bihar Scholarship 2026-27 - E-Kalyan, Medhasoft, Post-Matric & Kanya Utthan Apply Online
Government of Bihar (Education / SC-ST / BC-EBC Welfare Departments) · Bihar
Quick Info
Notification
18 Jun 2026
Salary
Rs. 8,000 - Rs. 1,00,000 (scheme-wise) via DBT
Category
State Govt
Location
Bihar
Type
Full Time
Bihar Scholarship 2026-27 - Complete Guide
The Government of Bihar runs several scholarship schemes for students domiciled in Bihar, from pre-matric and post-matric awards to merit-based and category-specific schemes. The money is credited directly (DBT) to the student's bank account. There is no single central portal - different schemes use the PMS portal, Medhasoft portal and BC-EBC Welfare portal. This guide covers every major scheme, its eligibility and benefits, plus a step-by-step application process.
Quick Overview
- Run by: Bihar Education / SC-ST Welfare / BC-EBC Welfare Departments
- Beneficiaries: Domicile students of Bihar
- Portals: pmsonline.bihar.gov.in, medhasoft.bih.nic.in, bcebconline.bihar.gov.in
- Mode: Online (DBT to bank account)
Scholarship Schemes & Benefits
- Post-Matric Scholarship (SC/ST): Up to Rs. 13,500/year + maintenance up to Rs. 1,200/month (10 months), fee reimbursement, book allowance. Family income up to Rs. 2,50,000.
- Post-Matric Scholarship (BC/EBC): Maintenance up to Rs. 15,000/year + fee reimbursement and book allowance. Income up to Rs. 2,50,000 (BC) / Rs. 3,00,000 (EBC).
- Mukhyamantri Kanya Utthan Yojana (Birth to 10+2): Rs. 2,000 at birth, Rs. 1,000 at age 1; Intermediate pass - Rs. 25,000 (1st div), Rs. 15,000 (2nd div), Rs. 8,000 (3rd div).
- Kanya Utthan Yojana (10+2): Rs. 10,000 one-time for unmarried girls who passed Class 12 (BSEB).
- Kanya Utthan Yojana (Graduation): Rs. 25,000 one-time for girls who completed graduation.
- Mukhyamantri Medhavriti (SC/ST girls): Rs. 15,000 (Class 12 1st div) / Rs. 10,000 (2nd div).
- Mukhyamantri Atyant Pichhda Varg Civil Seva Protsahan Yojana (EBC): Rs. 30,000 to Rs. 1,00,000 (one-time) for EBC candidates who clear the prelims of UPSC/BPSC/Judicial/NDA/CDS/Banking/Railways/SSC etc.
Common Eligibility
- Must be a permanent resident (domicile) of Bihar.
- Category, income and class/qualification conditions vary by scheme (see above).
- Aadhaar-linked bank account required for DBT.
Documents Required
Aadhaar card and bank account passbook (Aadhaar-seeded)
Previous qualifying exam marksheet / enrollment details
Caste certificate (for SC/ST/BC/EBC schemes)
Income certificate
Bihar domicile/residential certificate
Passport-size photograph and signature
Step-by-Step Application Guide (Post-Matric PMS - SC/ST & BC/EBC)
- Open the portal: Visit the Bihar Post-Matric Scholarship portal at pmsonline.bihar.gov.in.
- Choose category: Click 'BC/EBC - Student Login' or go to the SC/ST portal and click 'SC/ST - Student Login'.
- New registration: Click 'New Students Registration (BC-EBC 2026-27)'.
- Read guidelines: Read the displayed guidelines and click 'Continue'.
- Enter details: Provide name, Aadhaar number, gender, date of birth, mobile, email, set a password and fill the captcha.
- Confirm registration: Review the preview and click 'Register Here'; note your login ID and password from the confirmation page.
- Login & fill form: Log back in, complete your personal, bank and educational details.
- Upload documents: Upload supporting documents and a passport-size photo.
- Consent & submit: Fill the two-step consent form, verify with the OTP sent to your mobile, and submit. A confirmation email/SMS is sent.
Step-by-Step Guide (Mukhyamantri Kanya Utthan Yojana - Medhasoft)
- Visit the Medhasoft e-Labharthi website (medhasoft.bih.nic.in).
- Click the 'Apply for Online 2026' link when active, then 'Students Click Here to Apply'.
- Click 'New Registration' and create an account with your details.
- Log in, enter address, bank account and current education details.
- Upload the supporting documents in the correct format.
- Submit the application and take a printout; a confirmation email/SMS is sent.
Step-by-Step Guide (EBC Civil Seva Protsahan Yojana)
- Visit the BC & EBC Welfare Department portal (bcebconline.bihar.gov.in).
- Click the Civil Seva Scholarship Scheme, then 'New Registration'.
- Choose your category, tick the required boxes and click 'Continue'.
- Fill name, date of birth, Aadhaar, email and education details to register.
- Upload photo, signature and supporting documents (Aadhaar, passbook, certificates).
- Finalise and submit; download the application printout. A confirmation is sent to your mobile/email.
Bihar Student Credit Card Scheme (bonus)
Bihar students (resident, up to 25 years, Class 12 passed with admission to a recognised institute) can get an education loan of up to Rs. 4 lakh at minimal interest (1% for women, PwD and transgender students) via the 7 Nishchay Yuva Upmission portal (7nishchay-yuvaupmission.bihar.gov.in). Repayment begins after course completion and getting a job.
Tips Before You Apply
- Keep your Aadhaar linked to your bank account for DBT.
- Apply on the correct portal for your scheme (PMS / Medhasoft / BC-EBC).
- Have your caste, income and domicile certificates valid and ready.
- Submit before the scheme's deadline (announced per scheme each year).
Important Links
Apply Online (Post-Matric PMS)
pmsonline.bihar.gov.in
Apply Now
Apply Online (Medhasoft / Kanya Utthan)
medhasoft.bih.nic.in
Apply Now
Apply Online (BC-EBC Civil Seva)
bcebconline.bihar.gov.in
Apply Now
Bihar Student Credit Card
www.7nishchay-yuvaupmission.bihar.gov.in
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the amount of the Bihar Post-Matric Scholarship for SC/ST students?
It provides a maintenance allowance of up to Rs. 13,500 per year plus fee reimbursement and a monthly maintenance of up to Rs. 1,200 for 10 months, for eligible SC/ST students with family income up to Rs. 2.5 lakh.
How much is given under the Mukhyamantri Kanya Utthan Yojana (10+2)?
A one-time scholarship of Rs. 10,000 is awarded to eligible unmarried female students of Bihar who passed Class 12 from BSEB.
What does the Civil Seva Protsahan Yojana offer?
EBC candidates who clear the preliminary stage of exams like UPSC/BPSC/Judicial/NDA/CDS/Banking/Railways/SSC receive one-time financial support of Rs. 30,000 to Rs. 1,00,000.
Who is eligible for Bihar scholarships?
Students holding a Bihar domicile/residential certificate are eligible, subject to the category, income and qualification conditions of each specific scheme.
How do I apply for Bihar scholarships?
There is no single portal - apply online on the relevant portal: Post-Matric (pmsonline.bihar.gov.in), Kanya Utthan/Medhavriti (medhasoft.bih.nic.in) or EBC Civil Seva (bcebconline.bihar.gov.in).
What is the Bihar Student Credit Card Scheme?
It offers an education loan of up to Rs. 4 lakh at minimal interest (1% for women, PwD and transgender students) for Bihar students pursuing higher education, repayable after getting a job.