e-Kalyan is the Government of Jharkhand’s online scholarship system for SC, ST and backward-class students. Students apply, schools or colleges and districts verify, and money is sent by Direct Benefit Transfer to the bank account. The portal is ekalyan.cgg.gov.in, and it covers pre-matric (Classes 1 to 10) and post-matric (Class 11 onwards) scholarships.
Quick facts
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| System | e-Kalyan, Scholarship Disbursement System, Government of Jharkhand |
| Department | Department of Scheduled Tribes, Scheduled Castes, Minority and Backward Class Welfare |
| Technical partner | Centre for Good Governance (CGG) |
| Schemes | Pre-matric and post-matric (within and outside state) |
| For | SC, ST and BC students who are Jharkhand residents |
| Payment | Direct Benefit Transfer to bank account |
| Official portal | ekalyan.cgg.gov.in |
Last checked October 2026, using the CGG project page and third-party summaries. We could not open the live e-Kalyan portal during this check, so dates and income limits must be confirmed there.
What is the e-Kalyan scholarship?
According to the Centre for Good Governance, e-Kalyan handles applications, district-level verification and payment for the state’s scholarship schemes. The pre-matric scheme aims to reduce dropouts among SC, ST and BC students in Classes 1 to 10, and the post-matric scheme supports students from Class 11 through higher education.
CGG reported that about 30 to 35 lakh students benefit every year. For Classes 1 to 8 the money goes to the parent or student account, and from Class 9 onwards to the student directly.
Who is eligible?
- Permanent resident of Jharkhand with a domicile or residence certificate.
- Belonging to SC, ST or backward class (BC/OBC) category.
- Studying in a recognised school, college or institution; pre-matric for Classes 1 to 10, post-matric from Class 11.
- Family income within the limit. Sources disagree: one says below Rs 2.5 lakh for all categories, another says Rs 2.5 lakh for SC/ST and Rs 1.5 lakh for OBC. Check the current rule on the portal.
Benefit amount
Third-party pages mention a maintenance allowance of up to Rs 7,500 a year plus an ad hoc grant of Rs 1,000, while another page mentions a maximum of Rs 25,000. The amount depends on class, course, hosteller or day scholar status and scheme, and we could not verify the official rate table. Please check the sanctioned rates on the portal or at your school or college office.
How to apply, step by step
- Go to ekalyan.cgg.gov.in.
- New students open the “Scholarship Registration” link and fill in the form; returning students use “Student Login” with their username and password.
- Complete the application with personal, bank, course and income details.
- Upload scanned documents. One source says each file should be under 150 KB.
- Print the application, sign it as student and parent or guardian, and attach a photograph if asked.
- Submit to your school or college, which forwards it for verification.
- Track the status and check your bank account for payment.
Forgot your password? The portal has a “Forgot Password” link that asks for your name, father’s name and date of birth.
Documents
- Passport-size photograph.
- Aadhaar card.
- Caste certificate.
- Income certificate.
- Residence or domicile certificate.
- Previous year’s marksheet (and Class 10 marksheet for post-matric).
- Bonafide certificate with fee details from the institution.
- Bank passbook copy.
- Signed application printout.
Selection and verification
It is not a merit competition. Eligible applications are verified by the institution and the district welfare office, and then approved for payment. Incorrect Aadhaar, bank mismatch or a missing certificate are common reasons for delay.
Last date
Dates change each year. One summary says post-matric applications for 2026-27 opened in June 2026 and closed in August 2026, with pre-matric submissions through schools continuing; we could not confirm any of this on the official portal. Please check the notice board on e-Kalyan and your institution.
Renewal
Post-matric students typically apply again every year as renewal applicants using the same login, with the latest marksheet and bonafide. Confirm the process for your course on the portal.
Tips
- Keep the same mobile number and bank account throughout the course.
- Make sure Aadhaar and bank names match.
- Do not wait for the last week; certificate offices get crowded.
- Ask your school scholarship in-charge to confirm your application was forwarded.
Fake page warning
Beware of fake pages. Every scholarship season, copycat websites, Telegram groups and WhatsApp forwards collect fees or personal details in the name of real programmes. A genuine scholarship does not charge an application fee, does not ask for your OTP, UPI PIN or card details, and does not promise guaranteed selection. Apply only through the government portal ekalyan.cgg.gov.in, and if you lose money, call 1930 or report at cybercrime.gov.in.
Pre-matric versus post-matric
| Point | Pre-matric | Post-matric |
|---|---|---|
| Classes | 1 to 10 | 11 and above, including higher education |
| Usually applied through | School | College or institution (within state) or the portal directly |
| Payment goes to | Parent or student for Classes 1 to 8; student from Class 9 | Student bank account |
Why payments get delayed
- Aadhaar not linked to the bank account used for DBT.
- Name or date of birth mismatch between certificate and bank record.
- Institution did not forward or verify the application.
- Caste or income certificate not uploaded or expired.
- Incorrect IFSC or closed bank account.
If your payment is stuck, first ask the scholarship in-charge of your school or college to check the status on the portal, and then contact the district welfare office. Keep a printout of your application.
Students studying outside Jharkhand
The portal lists a post-matric (outside state) category for Jharkhand students studying elsewhere. Specific conditions for this category were not verified here, so check the scheme guidelines on the portal.
Tips for first-time applicants
- Keep a simple folder with every scanned document under the size limit.
- Use a phone number that you will keep for the whole course, since the login details are sent there.
- Note your username and password somewhere safe.
- Check your caste certificate format; the online version is preferred.
What we could not verify
What we could not verify: the live e-Kalyan portal, the current year’s last date, the official amount table by class and course, and the final income limit for each category. The figures above come from the CGG project page and third-party summaries, which sometimes differ from each other.
Conclusion
e-Kalyan is a free, government-run route to scholarship money for eligible Jharkhand students. Use only the official portal, keep your documents updated, and verify the current income limit and dates before applying.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is the official e-Kalyan website?
The portal is ekalyan.cgg.gov.in, run for the Government of Jharkhand with CGG as technical partner.
Who can apply for e-Kalyan?
SC, ST and backward-class students who are Jharkhand residents, from pre-matric to higher education, within the income limit.
What is the income limit for e-Kalyan?
Sources differ (Rs 2.5 lakh for SC/ST; some say Rs 1.5 lakh for OBC). Check the current limit on the portal.
How is the money paid?
By Direct Benefit Transfer to the student or parent bank account.
Is e-Kalyan only for Jharkhand students?
Yes, a Jharkhand domicile is required.
Can I apply through an agent?
No agent is needed. Apply yourself or through your institution and never pay to apply.
