This page explains the process and links to official sources as of July 2026. Result dates, vacancy numbers, and deadlines change — always confirm final details on the official government portal linked below before taking action.
Bihar runs several student welfare and scholarship schemes targeted at SC, ST, BC, and EBC students at different education stages. Here's an overview of the major ones relevant to students across the state, including the Kosi division.
Major schemes at a glance
| Scheme | Who it's for | Where to apply |
|---|---|---|
| Post Matric Scholarship (PMS) | SC/ST/BC/EBC students, class 11 onward | scstpmsonline.bihar.gov.in (SC/ST), pmsonline.bihar.gov.in (BC/EBC) |
| Pre-Matric Scholarship | SC/ST/BC/EBC students, before class 10 | Respective department portal via the school |
| Mukhyamantri Kanya Utthan Yojana | Girl students, from birth through graduation, statewide | Through school/college and the scheme's official portal |
| Bihar Student Credit Card Scheme | Students pursuing higher education needing loan support | Education department portal, via district office |
Post Matric Scholarship — the largest and most commonly used
See our full Bihar Post Matric Scholarship 2026-27 guide for eligibility, deadlines (15 July – 15 September 2026), and the complete application process.
Eligibility principles common across most schemes
- Permanent residency in Bihar (all Kosi division districts qualify).
- Category-based eligibility (SC/ST/BC/EBC as specified per scheme).
- Family income ceiling (varies by scheme, often around ₹3,00,000/year for post-matric support).
- Aadhaar-linked bank account, since disbursement is via Direct Benefit Transfer.
How to avoid scholarship scams
Never pay anyone claiming to "guarantee" or "fast-track" a scholarship — all the schemes listed here are free to apply for, and disbursement is based on official eligibility and verification, not payment. Apply only through the official government portals linked above.
The bottom line
Post Matric Scholarship is the scheme most Kosi division students beyond 10th class will interact with, but check with your school/college about girl-student and credit schemes too, since eligibility and application windows differ.