Bhubaneswar: The ST & SC Development Department has announced an extension of the deadline for the Post-Matric Scholarship for the Academic Year 2025-26.
The scholarship is aimed at supporting students from ST, SC, OBC/SEBC, and EBC categories to continue their education without financial hindrance.
All eligible students are urged to apply or renew their scholarships by visiting the official Odisha State Scholarship Portal at http://www.scholarship.odisha.gov.in.
The revised deadlines for submission are as follows:
- Student-level portal: December 31, 2025
- Institute-level portal: January 15, 2026
- District-level portal: January 31, 2026
Students are advised to complete the application process well before the deadlines to avoid last-minute issues.
The Post-Matric Scholarship scheme provides financial assistance for tuition fees, maintenance allowance, and other educational expenses for eligible students studying at post-secondary and higher education levels.








