Bihar Pre-Matric Scholarship (Classes 1–10, SC/ST/BC/EBC)
Bihar Classes 1–10 (SC/ST/BC/EBC): ₹1,000–₹15,000+/yr via DBT.
Last verified: 2026-11-01 · Yearly renewal required · Applies in: Bihar (state domicile usually required; central schemes apply across states)
How to apply
Apply via school for state pre-matric (Classes 1–10); the pmsonline portal handles POST-matric only. Also listed on NSP.
Deadline: State pre-matric via schools (verify dates); NSP pre-matric closed 30 Sep 2026
Wait after verification: Via DBT to Aadhaar-seeded account
Documents you need
- • Caste certificate
- • Aadhaar
- • Income certificate (BC/EBC)
- • Bonafide certificate
- • Aadhaar-seeded bank account
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Why Your Bihar Pre Matric 1 10 Amount Gets Delayed - DBT & Aadhaar Check
Almost all Bihar Pre Matric 1 10 funds are transferred through DBT via PFMS directly to your own bank account, not to your college. The biggest failure point is your account not being Aadhaar-seeded with NPCI mapper. Visit your home branch and ask clearly: 'Is my account DBT-enabled and NPCI-mapped?' Extra tip for bihar-pre-matric-1-10: Keep your bank IFSC updated if you changed branch after 11th.
Track it on Bihar PMS Online to see exactly where your payment is stuck.
Bihar Pre Matric 1 10 FAQ: Combination & Yearly Renewal
Can I keep this scholarship plus another scholarship?
For Bihar Pre Matric 1 10, holding two scholarships: As per 2026-27 NSP guideline, one merit-based + one need/welfare-based is allowed in many cases, subject to each scheme's GR. Bihar Pre Matric 1 10 This scheme's guidelines decide final eligibility for combination. - check latest GR/order.
Do I need to renew yearly?
Bihar Pre Matric 1 10: Yes, yearly renewal is mandatory. You need to pass, maintain 75% attendance (varies by state) and re-verify Aadhaar/bank.
More about Bihar Pre-Matric Scholarship (Classes 1–10, SC/ST/BC/EBC)
Bihar's pre-matric scholarship covers SC, ST, BC and EBC students from Class 1 to Class 10 in government and recognised schools. The amount rises with class level and is higher for hostellers. It is paid by DBT after the school uploads student details, so the school's data entry decides whether your child is paid.
Bihar links many of its student DBT schemes to attendance, and students below the required attendance (commonly 75%) can be left out of the payment list. Check your child's attendance record with the school before the list is finalised.
Mistakes students make with this scheme
- Child's name in school records not matching Aadhaar and the bank passbook.
- Attendance below the required level, so the child is dropped from the DBT list.
- Parent's bank account not seeded with Aadhaar.
What students ask about this scholarship
Who uploads the Bihar pre-matric scholarship application?
The school uploads students' details on the department portal; parents give the caste, income and bank documents to the school.
Is attendance required for the Bihar pre-matric scholarship?
Yes. Bihar links student DBT payments to attendance, and students below the required attendance (usually 75%) may not be paid.
Can Class 1 students in Bihar get the pre-matric scholarship?
Yes. Bihar's state scheme covers Classes 1–10 for SC, ST, BC and EBC students, at rates that rise with the class.
Where is the Bihar pre-matric scholarship money sent?
To the student's or parent's Aadhaar-seeded bank account, through DBT.
What if my child's name is missing from the Bihar scholarship list?
Ask the headmaster to check the upload status and correct the data; if needed, contact the block education or welfare office.
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Source: Bihar PMS Online (https://pmsonline.bih.nic.in) · Last verified: 2026-11-01. Amounts and dates change yearly — confirm on the official portal.