Gopabandhu Shiksha Sahayata Yojana; Check Application Process

Gopabandhu Shiksha Sahayata Yojana (GSSY) is a scholarship scheme launched by the Higher Education Department of the Government of Odisha, aimed at supporting students from financially weak and disadvantaged families in pursuing higher education. Under this scheme, eligible students pursuing Undergraduate (UG), Postgraduate (PG), technical, professional, and non-professional courses at recognized educational institutions in Odisha receive financial assistance of Rs.20,000 per year. The objective of this scholarship is to alleviate financial constraints, increase enrollment rates in higher education, and ensure the uninterrupted continuation of studies for marginalized students. It specifically benefits students who are orphans, transgender, or belong to families headed by single mothers, families affected by HIV/AIDS, families of manual scavengers, PVTG (Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups) communities, and other vulnerable or disadvantaged categories.

Gopabandhu Shiksha Sahayata Yojana Overview

• Scholarship Name: Gopabandhu Sikhya Sahayata Yojana (GSSY)
• Offered By: Odisha Higher Education Department, Government of Odisha
• Scholarship Type: State Government Scholarship
• State Eligibility: Odisha
• Course Level: Undergraduate (UG) and Postgraduate (PG) Courses
• Application Mode: Online
• Scholarship Amount: Rs.20,000 per year

GSSY Yojana Benefits

Financial assistance of Rs.20,000 per year
Available for both UG and PG students
Assistance continues for the normal duration of the course
Scholarship amount is transferred directly to the student's bank account through DBT
Students can also receive benefits from certain other scholarship schemes simultaneously.

Gopabandhu Shiksha Sahayata Yojana Eligibility Criteria

Applicants Must:

Be a permanent resident of Odisha.

Be enrolled in a regular UG or PG course (technical, professional, or non-technical) in a recognized institution located in Odisha.

Have annual family income not exceeding Rs.2.5 lakh.
Belong to any of the following vulnerable categories:

• HIV/AIDS affected family
• Households without shelter
• Destitute/living on alms
• Manual scavenger family
• Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Group (PVTG)
• Released bonded labour family
• Single mother family
• Orphan students
• Transgender students
• Girls rescued from child marriage

GSSY Yojana Required Documents

• Aadhaar Card
• Odisha Residence Certificate
• Income Certificate
• Recent Passport-size Photograph
• College/University ID Card
• Previous Academic Marksheet
• Bank Passbook Copy
• Category-specific supporting certificate (if applicable)
• Admission/Enrollment Proof.

Gopabandhu Shiksha Sahayata Yojana Application Process

1. Visit the Odisha State Scholarship Portal.
2. Register using Aadhaar and mobile number.
3. Log in to the portal.
4. Select Gopabandhu Sikhya Sahayata Yojana.
5. Fill in personal, academic, and bank details.
6. Upload required documents.
7. Submit the application form online.
8. Take a printout of the submitted application for future reference.

Gopabandhu Shiksha Sahayata Yojana - Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs):

Q1. How much scholarship amount is provided?

• Answer: Eligible students receive Rs.20,000 per year.

Q2. What is the family income limit?

• Answer: The annual family income should not exceed Rs.2.5 lakh.

Q3. Can students receiving another scholarship apply?

• Answer: Yes, eligible students may also avail benefits along with certain other scholarship schemes.

Q4. How can I apply?

• Answer: Applications must be submitted online through the Odisha State Scholarship Portal.