| Scholarship Name | Telangana Post Matric Scholarship |
| Scholarship Provider Name | State Government |
| State | Telangana |
| Education / Course | 11,12,Diploma/Polytechnic & UG-PG ALL |
| Caste / Category | OBC, SC, ST, Minority |
| Scholarship Amount | Rs. 6000 to Rs. 600000 per year |
| Last Date to Apply | 31-12-2026 |
| Scholarship Status | Open |
Applications for the Telangana Post Matric Scholarship 2026–27 are currently open through the Telangana ePASS Portal. The tentative last date to apply is December 31, 2026. Eligible students are advised to complete their registration and submit the required documents before the deadline. If you belong to SC, ST, BC, EBC, Minority, or Disabled Welfare category, the government will pay your full college tuition fee.
About Telangana Post Matric Scholarship
The Telangana Post Matric Scholarship is a financial assistance and fee reimbursement program provided by the Government of Telangana for students pursuing higher education after class 10. If you belong to SC, ST, BC, EBC, Minority, or Disabled Welfare category, the government will pay your full college tuition fee and also give you a monthly allowance directly in your bank account. Monthly scholarship may be varying between Rs. 550 and Rs. 1200 and (Rs. 6,600 to Rs. 14,400 per year) as financial support for food and other essential expenses, depending on whether they are day scholars or hostelers.
Registration Open. Last date to Apply through ePASS Portal is: 31.12.2026
Eligibility Criteria & Selection Process
You must meet all of these conditions:
- You must be a permanent resident of Telangana
- You must belong to SC, ST, BC, EBC, Minority, or Disabled Welfare category
- Your family income must be within the limit for your category (see table below)
- You must be admitted through convener quota in a government-recognised institution
- You must maintain at least 75% attendance every quarter
- For renewal: you must have no backlog arrears from the previous year
Required Documents Checklist
- Identity proof of the applicant (linked with active mobile number).
- Recent Passport Size Photograph (JPEG/PNG format).
- Educational Mark Sheets (Previous Year / Qualifying Examination Passed).
- Income Certificate issued by a competent authority (Tehsildar/SDO).
- Domicile / Residential Certificate of the respective state.
- Caste / Category Certificate (if applying under SC/ST/OBC/EWS quotas).
- Bank Account Passbook front page (showing Account No. and IFSC code).
- Active Admission Receipt or Institution Bonafide Certificate.
Income Limit by Category
- SC students: Up to Rs. 250000 per year
- ST students: Up to Rs. 200000 per year
- BC / EBC / Minority (Urban): Up to Rs. 200000 per year
- BC / EBC / Minority (Rural): Up to Rs. 150000 per year
- Disabled Welfare (OC): Up to Rs. 100000 per year
Students from Telangana studying in other states can also apply through the Other State Scheme link on the ePass portal.
Amount & Benefits
Paid directly to your college per year:
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Group I (Engineering/Medical): Rs. 23000 to Rs. 690000
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Group II (Postgraduate): Rs. 3610 to Rs. 92000
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Group III (Degree Courses): Rs. 1500 to Rs. 20000
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Group IV (Intermediate/ITI/Polytechnic): Rs. 850 to Rs. 16400
Maintenance Allowance (MTF) Credited monthly to student bank accounts:
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Group I: Rs. 1200 / month
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Group II: Rs. 820 / month
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Group III: Rs. 570 / month
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Group IV: Rs. 520 / month
Step-by-Step How to Apply
- Access Portal: Go to telanganaepass.cgg.gov.in and select Post Matric Scholarship Services > Fresh Student Registration.
- Enter Credentials: Input your SSC Hall Ticket number, passing year, and standard ID details to authenticate via OTP.
- Fill Application: Enter your personal, income, category (BC/SC/ST/EBC/Minority), and academic details.
- Upload & Link Bank: Attach all mandatory documents and provide your active, ID-seeded bank account details.
- Submit & Save ID: Review your information, click Submit and print/save your Application ID for MeeSeva verification.
Biometric Verification
- Submit Application: Complete the online form and save your Application ID.
- Visit MeeSeva: Head to the nearest center with your original ID card and Application ID.
- Capture Biometrics: Provide your fingerprint or iris scan to authenticate your identity.
- Match Personal Details: Ensure your name matches your SSC certificate exactly to prevent immediate rejection.
- Track Approval: Once verified, your file moves to your college and department for final payment sanction.
Note: Without completing biometric authentication, scholarship funds will not be released.
Track Application Status
Visit the official Telangana ePASS portal, navigate to Post Matric Scholarship Services, and click Know Your Application Status (or Track Your Payment). Enter your Application ID, Academic Year, SSC Hall Ticket Number and Date of Birth, then click Get Status to view your real-time verification, approval and payment progress.
Common Challenges & Solutions
Challenges
- Payment Delays: Late RTF/MTF disbursals lead to college pressure and withheld certificates.
- Portal Glitches: Downtimes and intake caps cause registration failures on ePASS.
- Biometric Hurdles: Mandatory MeeSeva center authentication creates travel issues for rural students.
- Strict Rules: Failing the 75% attendance rule or strict income caps causes sudden rejections.
Solutions
- Direct Credit (DBT): Funds transfer directly to student bank accounts starting 2026–27.
- Online Grievances: Use the ePASS portal's grievance tool to report delays and errors.
- Early Authentication: Complete biometric verification at MeeSeva early to avoid account freezes.
- Bank & Record Matching: Link active nationalized bank accounts and double-check renewal details.
Official Notification & Guidelines
Download Official Guidelines Document ↓
Important Links
| Important Details | Action Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online Submit your scholarship application form online |
Apply Online → |
| Official Website Visit portal for complete guidelines & notifications |
Official Website |
| Track Status / Login Check application progress or login to portal |
Track Status |
Contact Details & Help-desk
Address: Project Monitoring Unit SPIU,Ground Floor Damodaram Sanjeevaiah Sankshema Bhavan (DSS Bhavan) Opp : Chacha Nehru Park Masab Tank Hyderabad
PhoneTechnical Issues: 040-23120311,23120312
E-mail: help.telanganaepass@cgg.gov.in
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the current status of the scholarship?
A: Applications are open on telanganaepass.cgg.gov.in. Fresh applications open in August–September 2026. Tentative last date is December 31, 2026.
Q: How to check application status?
A: Visit telanganaepass.cgg.gov.in → click "Application Status" → enter Application ID or Aadhaar number with Date of Birth → click Submit.
Q: What is the last date to apply?
A: December 31, 2026 (tentative). Always confirm on telanganaepass.cgg.gov.in as the date may change.
Q: What is the scholarship amount?
A: Tuition fee (RTF) is paid directly to your college — from Rs. 850 for Intermediate up to Rs. 6.90 lakh for MBBS. Monthly allowance (MTF) of ₹1,500 is credited to your bank account, linked to 75% attendance.
Q: What is Post Matric Scholarship?
A: A state government scheme that pays full college tuition fee and monthly maintenance allowance to SC, ST, BC, EBC, Minority and Disabled Welfare students studying Class 11 and above.
Q: How to apply online?
A: Go to telanganaepass.cgg.gov.in → click "Post Matric Scholarship Services" → select "Fresh Student Registration" → fill form → upload documents → submit → complete biometric at nearest MeeSeva centre.
Other Information
EBC students need no bank details at apply time. Telangana students studying outside state can apply via Other State Scheme link. College must register on ePass before students apply. Certificates need valid MeeSeva barcode. Apply between 6 AM–9 AM to avoid server slowdowns. Use online Grievances option if application gets stuck.
Conclusion
Telangana Post Matric Scholarship 2026 is a great opportunity for SC, ST, BC, EBC, Minority and Disabled students. Apply on time at telanganaepass.cgg.gov.in and secure your education without any financial burden.
