Scholarships for girls in Odisha: Know the state-level financial assistance programmes

The Odishagovernment has introduced multiple scholarship schemes to encourage girls’ education, particularly for economically weaker and socially disadvantaged sections.

These schemes aim to reduce dropout rates and improve access to higher education.

1. KALIA Scholarship (for eligible families): Provides educational support to children of eligible beneficiaries.

2. Banishree Scholarship: For students with disabilities pursuing education.

3. Prerana Scholarship: For SC/ST/OBC/SEBC students at post-matric level.

4. Sudakshya Scheme: Aims to improve girls’ education in certain districts.

5. Medhabruti Scholarship: Merit-based scholarship for higher education students.

Applications are typically processed through the State Scholarship Portal of Odisha.

Key Objectives:

Increase female literacy
Support higher education
Reduce financial burden on families
Promote technical and professional education

Students must carefully review income limits, academic requirements, and documentation before applying. Scholarship details may be revised by the government from time to time. 

Applicants should also refer to the official Odisha government portals for updated information.