Srinath University E-kalyan Scholarship 2026-27: Apply by November 20

Srinath University in Jharkhand issued a notice on October 26, 2026, regarding the E-kalyan Scholarship for the academic session 2026-27. This scholarship aims to provide financial assistance to eligible students from Scheduled Caste (SC), Scheduled Tribe (ST), and Backward Class (BC) categories pursuing post-matric courses.

The e-Kalyan Jharkhand Scholarship 2026 is a state scholarship portal managed by the Jharkhand welfare department, offering both pre-matric and post-matric schemes. The Department of ST, SC, Minority and Backward Class Welfare, Government of Jharkhand, oversees the provision of financial aid under the Post Matric Scholarship Scheme for students pursuing higher education after passing their 10th standard examinations.

Eligibility and Financial Assistance Details

To be eligible for the E-kalyan scholarship, students must possess a Jharkhand domicile and be enrolled in a recognized school or college. Specific family income limits apply based on the category of the applicant. For SC and ST category students, the family’s annual income must be less than ₹2.5 lakh, while for BC candidates, the family’s annual income must be less than ₹1.5 lakh. The income certificate submitted for the application must have a validity date from September 1, 2022.

The scholarship provides thorough financial support, including tuition fee and exam fee reimbursement. In addition, a maintenance allowance of up to ₹7,500 annually is provided, which can be up to ₹1,200 per month. An ad-hoc grant of up to ₹1,000 is also included. Hostel students may receive additional funds for lodging and boarding expenses. The total scholarship amount, encompassing fees and allowances, typically ranges from ₹30,000 to ₹1,00,000 annually. All scholarship funds are transferred directly to the student’s Aadhaar-seeded bank account through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).

Application Process and Key Dates for 2026-27

Online applications for the E-kalyan Scholarship for the academic session 2026-27 commenced on August 25, 2026. The final date for submitting online applications is November 20, 2026. Eligible students are required to apply through the official e-Kalyan portal, ekalyan.cgg.gov.in. The application process involves registration, logging in, filling out the application form, and uploading all necessary documents. You can’t skip to ensure that the bank account is linked to Aadhaar for the smooth receipt of funds via DBT. After submission, applications undergo verification at both the institute and district levels.

For any queries or assistance, the e-Kalyan portal helpdesk can be reached at 1800-599-1289 or via email at helpdeskekalyan@cgg.gov.in.

Previous Academic Session’s Timeline

The timeline for the E-kalyan Jharkhand Scholarship for the 2025-26 academic session saw several extended deadlines. Institute registration for 2025-26 was open from February 20, 2026, to March 31, 2026. The last date for student applications for the 2025-26 session was April 15, 2026. Institute Level Verification (INO) for the previous session continued until April 27, 2026, followed by District Level Verification (DNO) until April 30, 2026.

Written by Nishit Kumar

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