Karanjia College,Orissa Scholarships & Eligibility

Karanjia Autonomous College, located in the Mayurbhanj district of Odisha, serves a diverse student population, many of whom come from economically challenged and tribal backgrounds. To support these students, the college facilitates a variety of state and central government scholarship schemes aimed at ensuring that financial barriers do not impede higher education.

For the 2025–2026 academic cycle, students at Karanjia College can avail themselves of several merit-based and category-specific financial aid options.

1. Major Scholarship Types

The primary financial aid for students at Karanjia College is channeled through the Odisha State Scholarship Portal.

A. PRERANA (Post-Matric Scholarship)

This is the most widely utilized scholarship at the college, designed for students belonging to SC, ST, OBC, SEBC, and EBC categories.

• SC/ST Category: Provides comprehensive support, often covering tuition fees and providing a maintenance allowance. The family income limit is generally INR 2.5 Lakhs per annum.

• OBC/SEBC/EBC Category: Specifically for students who have secured at least 50% marks in their previous qualifying examination. The family income limit is also INR 2.5 Lakhs.

B. e-Medhabruti (Merit Scholarship)

This is a merit-centric scholarship awarded by the Higher Education Department of Odisha to students who have performed exceptionally in their +2 or Graduation exams.

• UG Merit: For students pursuing +3 Degree courses (Arts, Science, Commerce) who scored 60% or above in their Higher Secondary exams.

• PG Merit: For students in M.A., M.Sc., or M.Com. programs who secured at least 55% marks in their Undergraduate degree.

• Income Limit: The annual family income for Medhabruti eligibility is higher, capped at INR 8 Lakhs.

C. Gopabandhu Sikhya Sahayata Yojana

This scheme provides financial assistance of INR 20,000 per year to students from families with an annual income of less than INR 2.5 Lakhs, specifically aimed at those pursuing Graduation and Post-Graduation.

2. Specialized Financial Aid Options

• Nirman Shramik Kalyan Yojana: Available to the children of registered construction workers in Odisha. It provides approximately INR 7,000 per annum for B.A., B.Sc., and B.Com. students, and up to INR 40,000 for those in professional courses.

• Banishree Scholarship: A dedicated fund for students with disabilities (Divyangjan), providing a monthly stipend and allowance, provided the family income is below INR 60,000.

• Green Passage Scheme: A unique initiative that provides complete fee waivers (including tuition and hostel fees) for orphan students pursuing higher education in the state.

3. Eligibility Criteria Overview

While each scheme has specific nuances, the general eligibility requirements at Karanjia College include:

1. Domicile: The applicant must be a permanent resident of Odisha.

2. Enrollment: Must be a regular student enrolled in the +2, +3, or PG programs of Karanjia Autonomous College.

3. Academic Standing: Minimum marks vary (e.g., 50% for Post-Matric OBC, 60% for Junior Merit).

4. Aadhaar Linking: The student's bank account must be Aadhaar-seeded to receive benefits via Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).

4. Application Process

Karanjia College follows a digitized application process to ensure transparency and speed.

1. Online Registration: Students must visit the Odisha State Scholarship Portal (scholarship.odisha.gov.in) and register using their Aadhaar number.

2. Document Upload: Essential documents include:

   • Recent Income Certificate (issued by the Tahasildar).

   • Caste Certificate and Domicile Certificate.

   • Marksheets of the last qualifying examination.

   • Front page of the Bank Passbook (with clear IFSC and Account Number).

3. Institutional Verification: After online submission, students must submit a hard copy of the application to the college's Scholarship Section for validation by the Principal.

4. Deadline Awareness: Applications typically open in October/November and close by December/January each year.

Summary of Financial Benefits

Students are encouraged to regularly check the college notice board and the state portal to avoid missing the strict deadlines for fresh and renewal applications.