Registration for Bihar Post-Matric Scholarship 2024-25 Now Open
The Bihar government has initiated the registration process for the Post-Matric Scholarship aimed at Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, and other backward classes for the academic year 2024-25. Eligible students can apply through the official PMS website until September 25, 2025. This article outlines the eligibility criteria, various scholarship schemes available, and the necessary documentation required for application. Students are encouraged to complete their applications early to avoid last-minute technical issues and ensure all documents are submitted on time.
Sep 18, 2025, 11:29 IST
Overview of the Scholarship Registration Process
The registration process for the Post-Matric Scholarship for Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, Backward Classes, and Extremely Backward Classes students in Bihar for the academic year 2024-25 has commenced. The Bihar state government has launched the Post-Matric Scholarship portal for all eligible students. Interested candidates can apply through the official PMS website at pmsonline.bihar.gov.in. The deadline for registration is September 25, 2025. Therefore, eligible students are encouraged to submit their applications via the PMS portal before the cutoff date. In this article, we will discuss the eligibility criteria, available schemes, and necessary documents for this scholarship.
Eligibility Criteria for Application
To apply for this scholarship, students must be citizens of India.
Applicants should belong to Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, Backward Classes, or Extremely Backward Classes.
Students must have successfully passed the previous class.
The annual family income of the student should not exceed ₹2.5 lakh.
Scholarship Schemes Included in Bihar Post-Matric Scholarship
Chief Minister's Scholarship Scheme for Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes
Chief Minister's Scholarship Scheme for Backward Classes and Extremely Backward Classes
Post-Matric Scholarship Scheme for Scheduled Tribes
Post-Matric Scholarship Scheme for Scheduled Castes
Submission of Required Documents
Students are advised by the district education department to complete their application forms well before the deadline. They should also prepare essential documents such as bank account details, Aadhaar card, and income certificate. Applications submitted after the deadline or without the required documents will not be accepted. Therefore, students are encouraged to fill out and submit their application forms promptly to avoid any technical issues as the deadline approaches. Additionally, ensure that the printed application form is submitted to the institution along with the necessary documents.
Students must also ensure that their Aadhaar number is correctly linked to their bank account for date of birth verification. It is crucial to confirm that the bank has correctly seeded the Aadhaar with the account. Otherwise, the scholarship may not be granted. The status of Aadhaar seeding with the bank account can be checked on the UIDAI website.