There are wide array of school scholarships in Andhra Pradesh for students across categories—SC/ST/BC/EBC (including Kapu), Minority, Disabled, and Brahmin—spanning Classes 1 through 12. All applications are handled via the Jnanabhumi Portal unless otherwise noted.
🔹 1. Pre-Matric Scholarship – SC/ST/BC/EBC/Disabled
- Award: Tuition fee reimbursement + ₹100–150/month (Classes 5–8), ₹150/month (+₹750/year adhoc for Classes 9–10 day scholars; ₹350/month + ₹1,000 adhoc for hostellers)
- Eligibility: Classes 5–10; family income ≤ ₹2 L (SC/ST), ≤ ₹1 L (BC/EBC/Disabled); ≥75% attendance
- Deadline: September
- Apply via: https://jnanabhumi.ap.gov.in
🔹 2. Pre-Matric Scholarship – Minority Community (Class 6–10)
- Award: ₹600/year (Classes 6–8), ₹800/year (Classes 9–10)
- Eligibility: Minority students (Muslim, Christian, Sikh, Buddhist, Jain, Parsi), Class 6–10; family income ≤ ₹1 L; 75% attendance
- Deadline: September
- Apply via: Jnanabhumi portal- jnanabhumi.ap.gov.in
🔹 3. Post-Matric Scholarship – SC/ST/BC/EBC/Minority/Disabled
- Award: Tuition fee reimbursement + ₹182–962/month for 10 months (INR varies by course level)
- Eligibility: Classes 11–PG; family income ≤ ₹2.5 L; ≥75% attendance
- Deadline: 31 October
- Apply via: https://jnanabhumi.ap.gov.in
🔹 4. Veda Vyasa Scheme – Vedic Education (Brahmin Students)
- Award: ₹1,000–3,000/month
- Eligibility: Brahmin students aged 8–19 pursuing structured Vedic education (registered Patasalas) Buddy4Study
- Deadline: TBA
- Apply via: jnanabhumi.ap.gov.in ; AP Brahmin Welfare Corporation
🔹 5. Gayathri Scheme – Academic Excellence (Brahmin Toppers)
- Award: ₹7,500–20,000 (topper-based scholarships) The Hans India
- Eligibility: Brahmin students topping Class 10, 12, UG, PG or vocational courses;
- Deadline: TBA
- Apply via: AP Brahmin Welfare Corporation
🔹 6. Bharati Scheme – General Education (Brahmin Students)
- Award: ₹5,000–20,000 (based on class level)
- Eligibility: Brahmins in classes 1–PG; family income ≤ ₹3 L;
- Deadline: TBA
- Apply via: AP Brahmin Welfare Corporation
🔹 7. NTR Vidyonnathi Scheme – BC/EBC Students
- Award: Full tuition reimbursement + maintenance stipend
- Eligibility: BC/EBC students; post-matric courses; domicile of AP; family income limits
- Deadline: 31 October
- Apply via: https://jnanabhumi.ap.gov.in
🔹 8. NTR Videshi Vidyadharana & Chandranna Videshi Vidya Deevena
- Award: Up to ₹10 L (covering international tuition, visa, airfare, etc.)
- Eligibility: BC/EBC (NTR scheme) or Kapu/Balija/Ontari/Telaga (Chandranna scheme); MBBS/PG/PhD abroad; income ≤ ₹6 L; age ≤ 35
- Deadline: TBA
- Apply via: https://jnanabhumi.ap.gov.in
🔹 9. Ambedkar Overseas Vidyanidhi
- Award: Full funding for PG/PhD/MBBS abroad at top-ranked global universities
- Eligibility: SC/ST/BC/EBC/Minority/Kapu students; top 50 global universities; income ≤ ₹6 L
- Deadline: (Last cycle ended 30‑12‑2023; watch for 2025–26 date)
- Apply via: https://jnanabhumi.ap.gov.in
🔹 10. Fee Reimbursement Scheme (Post-Matric)
- Award: Covers full tuition for professional/technical courses; maintenance support included
- Eligibility: SC/BC/EBC students enrolled in engineering, medical, professional courses; Aadhaar mandatory
- Deadline: Tied to post-matric portal; usually ends by 31 October
- Apply via: https://jnanabhumi.ap.gov.in
📥 How to Apply – Step-by-Step
- Visit the official portal: https://jnanabhumi.ap.gov.in
- Register using Aadhaar, mobile number, and email.
- Select “Student Services → Scholarship”
- Fill in the correct scheme (Pre-matric/Post-matric, welfare-specific schemes).
- Upload documents: Aadhaar, caste/income/disability certificates, bonafide, attendance proof, marksheets, fee receipts, bank details.
- Submit and download acknowledgment for tracking.
📌 Important Tips for scholarships in andhra pradesh
- Domicile: Must be an AP resident.
- Attendance: Minimum 75% quarterly in most pre-/post-matric schemes.
- Income Limits: Usually ₹1 L (BC/EBC minority pre-matric), ₹2 L (SC/ST pre-matric), ₹2.5 L (post-matric), ₹3 L/₹6 L for specific welfare schemes.
- Document accuracy is crucial to avoid application rejection.
- Application windows: Pre-matric ends 30 Sept; Post-matric until 31 Oct. Specialized schemes follow their respective timelines.
- Helpline: AP helpdesk via portal, or local welfare/academic offices.
💡 Why This Matters
- School Scholarships Reduces financial burden on economically challenged families.
- School Scholarships Encourages retention by reducing dropout rates in crucial class transitions.
- School Scholarships Promotes equity among marginalized communities.
- School Scholarships Empowers scholars pursuing higher education or elite/global institutions.
- Strengthens community upliftment through targeted welfare.
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