Bihar 10th Pass Scholarship 2025: Important Dates
The application window for the scholarship is typically open after the declaration of the Bihar Board 10th results.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| BSEB Matric Result 2025 Declaration | May 2025 (Declared) |
| Application Start Date | 15th August 2025 (Expected) |
| Last Date to Apply Online | To be Notified Soon |
| Last Date for Verification by School/Institute | To be Notified |
| Scholarship Disbursement Expected Date | November 2025 – January 2026 (Tentative) |
2. Bihar 10th Pass Scholarship 2025: Scheme-wise Details & Amount
The Bihar government runs several scholarship schemes under this umbrella for different categories of students. The amount and specific criteria vary slightly.
Summary of All Schemes and Incentive Amounts
| Name of the Scheme | Category & Eligibility | Incentive Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Mukhyamantri Balika Protsahan Yojana | General & BC/BC-2 Girls passing Matric in 1st Division | ₹10,000/- |
| Mukhyamantri Vidhyarthi Protsahan Yojana | General Caste Boys (including Minorities) with family income ≤ ₹1.5 Lakh, passing in 1st Division | ₹10,000/- |
| Mukhyamantri Vidhyarthi Protsahan Yojana | Minority Community Students (Muslim, Christian, Sikh, Buddhist, Jain, Parsi) & Linguistic Minorities (e.g., Bengali) passing in 1st Division | ₹10,000/- |
| Mukhyamantri Pichhada Varg Medhavritta Yojana | Backward Class (BC) Boys with family income ≤ ₹1.5 Lakh, passing in 1st Division | ₹10,000/- |
| Mukhyamantri Ati Pichhada Varg Medhavritta Yojana | Extremely Backward Class (EBC) Boys/Girls passing in 1st Division | ₹10,000/- |
| Mukhyamantri Anu. Jati/Anu. Janjati Medhavritta Yojana | Scheduled Caste (SC) & Scheduled Tribe (ST) Boys/Girls passing in 1st Division | ₹10,000/- |
| Mukhyamantri Anu. Jati/Anu. Janjati Medhavritta Yojana | Scheduled Caste (SC) & Scheduled Tribe (ST) Boys/Girls passing in 2nd Division | ₹8,000/- |
Key Takeaway: Most students scoring in the 1st Division are eligible for ₹10,000. Only SC/ST students who pass in the 2nd Division receive ₹8,000.
3. Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the Bihar 10th Pass Scholarship, a candidate must fulfill the following conditions:
A. Domicile & Residency
- The student must be a permanent resident of Bihar. Proof of residency will be required.
B. Educational Qualification
- The student must have passed the 10th (Matriculation) examination in 2025 from the Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB).
- The passing division must be First Division (1st) or Second Division (2nd for SC/ST only).
- The schooling must have been done from a government or government-recognized school in Bihar.
C. Income Criteria
- The annual family income of the student should be less than ₹2.5 Lakh.
- For some specific schemes (General and BC boys), the income limit is ₹1.5 Lakh.
D. Other Conditions
- The student should not be availing any other similar scholarship from the state or central government for the same purpose.
- Aadhaar Card linked with a bank account is mandatory for Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).
4. Required Documents
Keep the following scanned copies (PDF/JPG) ready before starting the online application process. File size should be as per the portal’s specifications (usually under 500 KB).
- Aadhaar Card: Of the student.
- 10th Mark Sheet and Passing Certificate: Of the Bihar Board 2025.
- Bank Passbook Front Page: Clearly showing the account number, IFSC code, and student’s name as account holder.
- Domicile Certificate: Proof of permanent residence in Bihar.
- Caste Certificate (if applicable): For SC, ST, EBC, BC, EWS categories.
- Income Certificate: Issued by competent authority (although not always mandatory, it is advisable to have it).
- Passport-sized Photograph
- Student’s Mobile Number and Email ID: For registration and communication.
5. How to Apply Online for Bihar 10th Pass Scholarship 2025?
Follow these step-by-step instructions to apply for the scholarship once the portal is active.
- Visit the Official Portal: Go to the Bihar Scholarship official website: https://scholarship.bihar.gov.in
- New Registration: On the homepage, click on the “Registration” or “Apply Online” link for the “10th Passed Scholarship” scheme.
- Fill Registration Details: Provide basic details for registration such as:
- Student’s Name
- Mobile Number
- Email Address
- Aadhaar Number
- Create a Password
- Receive Login Credentials: After successful registration, a User ID and Password will be sent to your registered mobile number and email.
- Login to the Portal: Use the received credentials to log into your account on the portal.
- Fill the Application Form: Carefully fill in all the required details in the application form:
- Personal Information
- Family Income Details
- Educational Details (10th Roll Code, Roll Number, School Code, etc.)
- Bank Account Details (ensure it is Aadhaar-linked)
- Category Details
- Upload Scanned Documents: Upload all the required documents in the specified format and size.
- Review and Submit: Review all the entered information thoroughly. Once verified, final submit the application form.
- Print Application Form: After final submission, take a printout of the completed application form for your future reference and records. The form may need to be submitted to your school for verification.
6. How to Check Application Status?
After applying, you can track the status of your scholarship application.
- Visit the official portal scholarship.bihar.gov.in.
- Click on the “Application Status” link.
- Enter your Application ID/User ID and Password.
- Click on ‘Login’ or ‘Submit’ to view your current application status (e.g., Submitted, Under Verification, Approved, Sanctioned, Payment Initiated).
7. Scholarship Disbursement Process (DBT)
The scholarship amount is directly transferred into the bank account of the beneficiary student through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT). This ensures transparency and eliminates delays.
- Aadhaar Seeding: It is crucial that the student’s bank account is linked with their Aadhaar number (Aadhaar seeding).
- Verification: The application undergoes verification by the school and then by the district education officer.
- Approval and Sanction: After verification, the state education department approves and sanctions the funds.
- Payment: The sanctioned amount is directly credited to the student’s registered bank account. You can check the status on the portal.
8. Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online (Link will be active from 15-Aug-2025) | Click Here |
| Aadhaar-Bank Account DBT Link Form | Download PDF |
| Check Application Status | Click Here |
| Official Notification (When Released) | Download Here |
| Bihar Scholarship Official Website | https://scholarship.bihar.gov.in |
| Bihar Board Website (BSEB) | https://biharboardonline.bihar.gov.in |
9. FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions)
Q1. Who is eligible for the Rs. 10,000 scholarship?
Ans. Most students who are permanent residents of Bihar, have a family income under ₹2.5 Lakh, and have passed the BSEB 10th exam in 2025 in the First Division are eligible for the ₹10,000 scholarship.
Q2. Can a general category boy with 2nd division apply?
Ans. No. The incentive for general category students is only for those who secure 1st Division. The ₹8,000 amount is exclusively for SC/ST students who pass in the 2nd Division.
Q3. What is the official website to apply for the scholarship?
Ans. The only official website is https://scholarship.bihar.gov.in. Do not use any other private website.
Q4. Is an income certificate mandatory for the application?
Ans. While the income limit is a criteria (₹2.5 Lakh), the portal may not always mandate an upload. However, it is highly recommended to have an income certificate ready as it might be required during verification.
Q5. My bank account is not linked with Aadhaar. Can I still get the scholarship?
Ans. No. Aadhaar-Bank account linking (Aadhaar seeding) is mandatory for DBT payments. Please get it linked at your bank branch first.
Q6. What should I do if I make a mistake in my application form?
Ans. The portal may open a correction window after the application deadline. Keep checking the official website for announcements regarding the correction facility.
Q7. When will we receive the scholarship amount?
Ans. The entire process of verification and fund sanction takes time. The amount is typically disbursed 3-6 months after the application deadline, directly into your bank account.
