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Education Should Never Be a Financial Burden

International Polytechnic, Khordha is committed to making quality technical education accessible to every deserving student regardless of their financial background. A wide range of scholarships from the Government of Odisha, Government of India, AICTE, and other bodies are available to students — covering tuition fees, hostel charges, books, and maintenance allowance. Most SC / ST / OBC students pay minimal or zero fees after scholarship deduction.

7+Scholarship Schemes
80%+Students Avail Aid
₹0Effective Fee (SC/ST)
NSPApply at scholarships.gov.in

Available Scholarship Schemes

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Post-Matric Scholarship (PMS) — SC / ST

Government of Odisha & Government of India — Most Popular

Eligibility

SC/ST students from Odisha who have passed Class 10 and are enrolled in a recognised diploma/degree programme. Family income must be below ₹2.5 lakh per annum (SC) / no income limit (ST).

Application Portal

scholarships.gov.in (National Scholarship Portal)

Apply on NSP Portal

🏆 Benefits Covered

  • Full Tuition Fee Reimbursement
  • Maintenance Allowance (Hosteller: ₹1,200/month | Day Scholar: ₹550/month)
  • Study Tour / Field Visit charges
  • Thesis / Dissertation charges
  • Books & Stationery allowance
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Post-Matric Scholarship — OBC

Government of Odisha (SC & ST Development Department)

Eligibility

OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) students from Odisha enrolled in diploma/degree programmes. Family income must be below ₹1 lakh per annum. Valid OBC NCL certificate required.

Application Portal

scholarships.gov.in (National Scholarship Portal)

Apply on NSP Portal

🏆 Benefits Covered

  • Tuition Fee Reimbursement (partial / full)
  • Maintenance Allowance (Hosteller: ₹1,000/month | Day Scholar: ₹300/month)
  • Books & Stationery charges
  • Reader charges for visually impaired students
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State Merit Scholarship

SCTE&VT Odisha / Government of Odisha

Eligibility

Students who secure top ranks in their diploma programme in SCTE&VT examinations. All categories eligible. Based on academic performance each semester.

Application

Applied through SCTE&VT Odisha / institution. No separate portal — automatically identified based on merit list.

Check on SCTE&VT

🏆 Benefits Covered

  • Cash incentive of ₹5,000 – ₹15,000 per year
  • Certificate of Merit from SCTE&VT Odisha
  • Priority in placements and further studies
  • Fee concession in subsequent semesters
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EWS / EBC Fee Concession

Government of Odisha (Economically Backward Class)

Eligibility

Students from Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) or Economically Backward Classes (EBC) with family income below ₹5 lakh per annum. EWS certificate required.

Application

Apply through scholarships.gov.in or directly at the institution's scholarship cell with income certificate.

Apply on NSP Portal

🏆 Benefits Covered

  • Partial tuition fee waiver (up to 50%)
  • Maintenance allowance for day scholars
  • Priority hostel allotment
  • Free library membership & study materials
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Central Government Scholarships (NSP)

Ministry of Education, Govt. of India — via National Scholarship Portal

Available Schemes

National Means cum Merit Scholarship (NMMS), Central Sector Scheme for Minorities, Begum Hazrat Mahal National Scholarship, Ishan Uday (NE students), and others via NSP.

Application Portal

scholarships.gov.in — Apply online before deadline

Apply on NSP Portal

🏆 Benefits Covered

  • Tuition fee reimbursement (scheme-wise)
  • Annual maintenance allowance
  • Books & stationery allowance
  • Direct benefit transfer to bank account
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AICTE Pragati Scholarship (Girls)

All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE)

Eligibility

Female students enrolled in AICTE-approved diploma programmes. Family income below ₹8 lakh per annum. One girl per family. 10,000 scholarships per year across India.

Application Portal

scholarships.gov.in — Opens every October–November

Apply on NSP Portal

🏆 Benefits Covered

  • ₹30,000 per year for diploma students
  • For tuition fee and incidental charges
  • Direct bank transfer (DBT)
  • Renewable every year on maintaining performance
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AICTE Saksham Scholarship (Differently Abled)

All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE)

Eligibility

Students with disabilities (PwD) enrolled in AICTE-approved diploma programmes. Minimum 40% disability certificate required. Family income below ₹8 lakh per annum.

Application Portal

scholarships.gov.in — Apply before November deadline

Apply on NSP Portal

🏆 Benefits Covered

  • ₹30,000 per year for diploma students
  • For tuition, incidentals & special aids
  • Reader allowance for visually impaired
  • Direct bank transfer (DBT)

Category-wise Scholarship Benefits at a Glance

CategorySchemeBenefitsPortal
SC Students Post-Matric Scholarship (PMS-SC) Tuition Fee Hostel Charges Maintenance scholarships.gov.in
ST Students Post-Matric Scholarship (PMS-ST) Full Coverage Maintenance scholarships.gov.in
OBC Students Post-Matric OBC Scholarship Tuition Fee Maintenance scholarships.gov.in
EWS Students EWS Fee Concession / PMSSS Partial Fee Allowance scholarships.gov.in
Girl Students AICTE Pragati Scholarship ₹30,000/year scholarships.gov.in
PwD Students AICTE Saksham Scholarship ₹30,000/year scholarships.gov.in
Merit Students SCTE&VT Merit Scholarship Cash Award Certificate sctevtodisha.nic.in

How to Apply for Scholarship

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Take Admission First

Scholarship applications are accepted only after you have been admitted to International Polytechnic, Khordha. Complete your admission process via SAMS Odisha portal first.

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Register on National Scholarship Portal (NSP)

Visit scholarships.gov.in and register using your Aadhaar card and mobile number. Choose the appropriate scholarship scheme for your category.

🌐 Visit scholarships.gov.in
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Fill the Scholarship Application Form

Fill the online application form with accurate personal, academic, income, and bank account details. Upload all required documents in the specified format.

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Submit & Get Institution Verification

After submitting online, the application is forwarded to International Polytechnic for verification. Our scholarship cell will verify your enrollment and document details on the portal.

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District / State Level Approval

After institution verification, the application goes to District Welfare Office / State Scholarship Committee for review and approval.

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Scholarship Disbursed to Bank Account

Approved scholarship amount is directly transferred to your Aadhaar-linked bank account (DBT — Direct Benefit Transfer). Track status on the NSP portal or PFMS portal.

🔗 Track on PFMS Portal

Documents Required for Scholarship

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Caste Certificate

SC/ST/OBC certificate issued by Tahasildar (for category-based scholarships)

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Income Certificate

Annual family income certificate from Tahasildar or competent authority

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Class 10 Mark Sheet

Original mark sheet and passing certificate of qualifying examination

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Admission / Bonafide Certificate

Issued by International Polytechnic confirming enrollment in diploma programme

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Bank Passbook / Account

Aadhaar-linked bank account (SBI or nationalised bank preferred for DBT)

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Aadhaar Card

Aadhaar card of the student (mandatory for NSP registration and DBT)

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Passport Size Photos

Recent colour passport size photographs (white background)

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Domicile / Residence Certificate

Odisha residence certificate issued by Tahasildar (for state scholarships)

Important Dates for Scholarship 2025–26

Scholarship EventPeriodStatus
NSP Portal Opens for Fresh ApplicationsOctober 2025Upcoming
Last Date for Student Registration (NSP)November 2025Upcoming
Last Date for Institution VerificationDecember 2025Upcoming
AICTE Pragati / Saksham OpensOctober–November 2025Upcoming
State PMS SC/ST/OBC DeadlineNovember 2025Upcoming
Scholarship Disbursement (DBT)January–March 2026Upcoming
Renewal Applications (Existing Students)October–November 2025Upcoming

Frequently Asked Questions

Which scholarship is best for SC/ST students? ▲
The Post-Matric Scholarship (PMS) from the Government of Odisha/India is the most comprehensive scholarship for SC/ST students. It covers full tuition fee, hostel charges, and provides a maintenance allowance. SC students must have family income below ₹2.5 lakh/year; ST students have no income limit. Apply at scholarships.gov.in.
Do girl students get any special scholarship? ▲
Yes! AICTE offers the Pragati Scholarship for Girls which gives ₹30,000 per year to girl students in AICTE-approved diploma programmes. Family income must be below ₹8 lakh per annum. Apply at scholarships.gov.in between October and November every year.
When should I apply — before or after admission? ▲
You must apply for scholarship after taking admission, because you need a valid enrollment number and bonafide certificate from the institution to complete the scholarship application on NSP. The scholarship portal typically opens in October–November, after the academic year begins in September.
How is the scholarship money transferred? ▲
Scholarship money is transferred directly to your Aadhaar-linked bank account through DBT (Direct Benefit Transfer). It is important that your bank account is linked to your Aadhaar and the account is active. You can track the status of payment on the PFMS portal at pfms.nic.in.
Do I need to renew the scholarship every year? ▲
Yes, scholarships must be renewed every academic year on the NSP portal. Renewal is easier — you log in with your existing credentials and update your academic progress and documents. You must maintain satisfactory attendance and performance for renewal. The institution will verify your renewal application.
What if my scholarship application is rejected? ▲
If your application is rejected, you will receive a reason for rejection on the NSP portal. Common reasons include incorrect documents, income certificate issues, or Aadhaar mismatch. You can correct and resubmit within the deadline. Contact our Scholarship Cell at the institution for guidance and assistance.

⚠️ Important Notes

  • Apply for scholarship within the NSP deadline — late applications are not accepted.
  • Ensure your Aadhaar is linked to your bank account before applying for DBT scholarships.
  • All documents must be submitted both online (scan) and in original at the Scholarship Cell.
  • Students must maintain minimum 75% attendance for scholarship eligibility each semester.
  • Scholarship amounts and eligibility criteria may change annually — check NSP and SCTE&VT for latest updates.
  • Contact the institution's Scholarship Cell for any assistance with application, verification, or grievances.