| Scholarship Name | AP Post Matric Scholarship |
| Scholarship Provider Name | State Government |
| State | Andhra Pradesh |
| Education / Course | UG-PG ALL |
| Caste / Category | OBC, SC, ST, EWS, Minority |
| Scholarship Amount | Rs. 5000 to Rs. 10000 Per Year |
| Last Date to Apply | 30-10-2026 |
| Scholarship Status | Open |
The Andhra Pradesh Post-Matric Scholarship 2026 registration is now open through the Jnanabhumi Portal. Eligible students can apply online for tuition fee reimbursement and maintenance support by October 30, 2026.
About AP Post Matric Scholarship
The AP Post Matric Scholarship is a government scheme that helps eligible students pay their education costs. It offers tuition fee reimbursement (RTF) and monthly maintenance support (MTF) for students from Class 11 to professional courses and Ph.D. programs. The family income SC/ST Students up to Rs. 2.5 lakh. BC, EBC, Kapu & Minority Students up to Rs. 2.0 lakh (rural: Rs. 1.5 lakh, urban: Rs. 2.0 lakh) and Disabled Welfare Students: Family income below Rs. 2.0 lakh.
Registration Open, Last Date to Apply for Scholarship: 30.10.2026
Eligibility Criteria & Selection Process
Eligibility Criteria
- Domicile: Student must be a resident of Andhra Pradesh.
- Courses: ITI, Polytechnic, Degree, PG, or professional courses are eligible.
- Income: Family income must meet the applicable category-wise limit.
- Attendance: Minimum 75% attendance is generally required.
- Other Scholarship: Students cannot claim another full scholarship for the same course.
- SC/ST Students: Family income up to Rs. 2.5 lakh.
- BC, EBC, Kapu & Minority Students: Family income up to Rs. 2.0 lakh (rural: Rs. 1.5 lakh, urban: Rs. 2.0 lakh).
- Disabled Welfare Students: Family income below Rs. 2.0 lakh.
Selection Process
- Apply through the Jnanabhumi Portal.
- College verifies the application and documents.
- Complete Mee Seva/Aadhaar authentication, if required.
- Approved benefits are credited to the student’s Aadhaar-linked bank account.
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.
Amount & Benefits
Tuition Fee (RTF): Full fee reimbursement.
Maintenance Allowance (MTF):
Inter/ITI/Polytechnic: Rs. 550 (day scholars) / Rs. 900 (hostelers) monthly.
Degree/PG: Rs. 1,000 (day scholars) / Rs. 1,200 (hostelers) monthly.
Step-by-Step How to Apply
Part 1: Fresh Applications
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Collect & Fill: Get the JSAF form from your college, fill it out, and submit it with your documents to the Principal.
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Online Submission: The Principal verifies and submits your application online during admission (SMS confirmation received).
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Biometric Verification: Visit a MeeSeva center with your application ID to complete biometric authentication.
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Part 2: Renewal Applications
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College Registration: The Principal enters your current admission date and previous roll number into the portal (SMS confirmation sent).
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Biometric Verification: Visit a MeeSeva center to complete your biometric authentication and finalize the renewal.
Track Application Status
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Visit Portal: Open the official AP ePASS or Jnanabhumi Portal.
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Select Track Status: Click the "Application Status" or "Track Status" link on the homepage.
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Enter Details: Provide your Application ID, SSC Hall Ticket Number, academic year, and date of birth.
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View Status: Submit to check your real-time verification progress, approval status, and payment release details.
Common Challenges & Solutions
Fix scholarship delays by tracking status online, seeding Aadhaar with your bank, renewing expired income certificates, maintaining 75% attendance and using stable internet for portal submissions to avoid technical errors.
Official Notification & Guidelines
Download Official Guidelines Document ↓
Important Links
| Important Details | Action Link |
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| 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: Directorate of Social Welfare AP T.G Plaza Building, Tadepalli, In front of Manipal Hospital, Guntur District, Andhra Pradesh
Frequently Asked Questions
1. How to check AP scholarship status?
Ans. Visit the Jnanabhumi or AP ePASS portal, click "Application Status," and enter your Application ID, SSC Hall Ticket, academic year, and date of birth.
2. Where to apply online?
Ans. Submit applications directly on the official portal at jnanabhumi.ap.gov.in.
3. What is the scholarship amount?
Ans. Includes 100% Tuition Fee Reimbursement (RTF) paid to the college, plus a Maintenance Allowance (MTF) ranging from Rs. 550 to Rs. 1,200 per month based on course level and stay type.
4. When will degree scholarships be released?
Ans. Funds are disbursed via Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) after institutional attendance confirmation, verification, and biometric authentication.
Other Information
Check the AP Post Matric Scholarship 2026 details. Complete your online application form on the Jnanabhumi portal before the last date. Track your payment status, release dates and financial amounts easily
Conclusion
The AP Post-Matric Scholarship 2026 streamlines higher education funding through the Jnanabhumi portal. Eligible students receive complete tuition fee reimbursement and maintenance allowances by meeting deadlines, completing online registration and finishing mandatory biometric verification.
