Bihar Post-Matric Scholarship (SC/ST/OBC/EBC)
Bihar post-matric — apply early; payments often bunch in Jan–Mar.
Last verified: 2026-11-01 · Yearly renewal required · Applies in: Bihar (state domicile usually required; central schemes apply across states)
How to apply
Apply on state portals (pmsonline.bih.nic.in for BC/EBC, scstpmsonline.bihar.gov.in for SC/ST) with NSP-OTR; 2026-27 window 15 Jul–30 Sep.
Deadline: 2026-27 window closed 30 Sep (BC/EBC 15 Jul–30 Sep; SC/ST extended to 30 Sep); next cycle ~Jul 2027 — verify
Wait after verification: Often delayed to Jan–Mar; track on NSP payment board
Documents you need
- • Caste + income certificates
- • Domicile
- • Marksheet
- • Admission receipt
- • Aadhaar-seeded account
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Your Bihar Post Matric Payment Stuck? Check These 3 Things
Think of Bihar Post Matric payment as Aadhaar-to-Account pipe. If the pipe is not connected at NPCI, money can't flow. Many students have two accounts - only the NPCI-mapped one will receive DBT. Check which account is mapped at your bank or via NPCI mapper check. Extra tip for bihar-post-matric: Keep your bank IFSC updated if you changed branch after 11th.
Track it on PFMS Know Your Payments or NSP (scholarships.gov.in) to see exactly where your payment is stuck.
Quick Answers for Bihar Post Matric Holders
Bihar Post Matric combination rule: Check 'Can I avail benefit of other schemes?
' section in official guidelines. General rule AY 2026-27 is 1 merit + 1 welfare possible. This scheme's guidelines decide final eligibility for combination.. For Bihar Post Matric, yearly reapplication is compulsory - no renewal = no payment next year.
Do I need to renew yearly?
Yes. Bihar Post-Matric Scholarship (SC/ST/OBC/EBC) must be renewed each year on the official portal after you pass your exams and continue to meet its eligibility rules. Renewal usually also needs your institution to verify it again.
More about Bihar Post-Matric Scholarship (SC/ST/OBC/EBC)
Bihar's post-matric scholarship for SC, ST, BC and EBC students is applied on the state portal (pmsonline.bihar.gov.in). Bihar pays fixed amounts by course type and caps them for private colleges. The income limit is ₹2.5 lakh for SC/ST and ₹3 lakh for BC/EBC students.
The portal checks your board and university records, and the money is paid by DBT after the district welfare office approves the application. Bihar students studying outside the state can also apply.
Mistakes students make with this scheme
- Choosing the wrong course category, which changes the fixed amount.
- Income certificate from the RTPS portal not current.
- Not filing the renewal after the first year.
What students ask about this scholarship
What is the income limit for the Bihar post-matric scholarship?
₹2.5 lakh for SC/ST students and ₹3 lakh for BC/EBC students.
Can Bihar students studying in another state get the post-matric scholarship?
Yes. Bihar residents studying at recognised institutions outside Bihar can apply on pmsonline.bihar.gov.in.
Where do I get the income certificate for the Bihar scholarship?
From the RTPS portal (serviceonline.bihar.gov.in) or the RTPS counter at the block.
How much is the Bihar post-matric scholarship?
Bihar pays fixed amounts by course type (for example graduation, professional or technical courses), with caps for private colleges.
How do I track the Bihar post-matric scholarship?
Log in to pmsonline.bihar.gov.in with your application ID to see the verification and payment status.
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Source: NSP + Bihar PMS (https://pmsonline.bih.nic.in) · Last verified: 2026-11-01. Amounts and dates change yearly — confirm on the official portal.