Student schemes in Bihar
13 Bihar government student schemes on myScheme (the Government of India's scheme portal), read 27 Oct 2026: 1 for bicycles or scooties, 1 for coaching, 5 for girls.
Each scheme below is copied from its page on myScheme (myscheme.gov.in), read on 27 Oct 2026: who can apply and the benefit as printed there, and the scheme's own links. Shishya adds no amounts and no dates. myScheme's text can be older than the department's latest order — check the official link before you apply. Shishya does not take applications.
Last dates
myScheme publishes no last date for any of these Bihar schemes (read 27 Oct 2026). Departments usually announce dates on their own portals — the links on each scheme.
Bicycles and scooties (1)
Mukhyamantri Balika Cycle Yojna
Education Department
The "Mukhyamantri Balika Cycle Yojna" is a government initiative aimed at reducing the gender gap in secondary school enrollment by providing financial assistance to girls for purchasing bicycles, ensuring improved access to education.
Who can apply (as printed on myScheme)
- The applicant must be a resident of Bihar.
- The applicant must be a girl student.
- The applicant must be enrolled in a government or government-recognized secondary school.
- The applicant should have successfully completed Class VIII and be transitioning to Class IX or higher.
- The scheme applies only to girls from economically weaker sections or as specified by the government.
Benefit (as printed on myScheme)
- Financial assistance is provided to purchase a bicycle.
No deadline published (read 27 Oct 2026)
Coaching help (1)
Mukhyamantri Vyavsayik Pathyakram Margdarshan Evam Utpreran Yojana
BC & EBC Welfare Department
This initiative offers free coaching to the students belonging to the backward class (BC) and extremely backward class (EBC) of Bihar, helping them prepare for competitive exams like NET, GATE, JRF, Ph.D., and M.Phil.
Who can apply (as printed on myScheme)
- The applicant must be a permanent resident of Bihar.
- The applicant should belong to the Backward Class (BC) or Extremely Backward Class (EBC) categories.
- The applicant’s annual family income should not exceed ₹3,00,000/-.
- The applicant must meet the minimum educational qualifications required for the chosen competitive examination.
- Applicants will appear for competitive exams under their respective courses. Selection will be based on a multiple-choice written test following the prescribed syllabus.
Benefit (as printed on myScheme)
- Note: There is no hostel provision in the centers.
The full benefit details are on the myScheme page.
No deadline published (read 27 Oct 2026)
For girls (4)
BC & EBC Girls Residential +2 High School
BC & EBC Welfare Department
The scheme aims to provide quality education and holistic development opportunities for girls from backward and extremely backward classes. Free education, accommodation, study material, medical support, and skill development programs are provided.
Who can apply (as printed on myScheme)
- The applicant should be a girl student.
- The applicant should be a resident of Bihar.
- The applicant should belong to the Backward Class (BC) or Extremely Backward Class (EBC).
- The benefits under this scheme are available to girl students from Class 6 to Class
- Selection of girl students for Classes VI, VII, VIII, and IX will be based on an entrance examination.
- The annual income of the applicant's parents/guardians should not exceed ₹3,00,000/-.
- The applicant’s age limit for enrolment:
- 11-13 years for Class 6th
More conditions on the myScheme page.
Benefit (as printed on myScheme)
- Free enrolment
- Free accommodation
- Free food and sacks (as per menu)
The full benefit details are on the myScheme page.
No deadline published (read 27 Oct 2026)
Mukhyamantri Balika (Snatak) Protsahan Yojana
Education Department
The scheme aims to encourage higher education among girls in Bihar by providing a one-time incentive of ₹25,000/- to eligible graduate students of the state.
Who can apply (as printed on myScheme)
- The applicant must be a resident of Bihar.
- The applicant must have graduated or obtained an equivalent degree (including Alim or Shastri) after April 25, 2018, from a government-recognized or affiliated institution within Bihar.
- The scheme applies to graduates from general, technical, or professional courses.
- The applicant must have an account in any nationalized bank, recognized private bank or India Postal Payment Bank located in Bihar.
Benefit (as printed on myScheme)
- Financial Incentive: ₹25,000/- as a one-time allowance.
No deadline published (read 27 Oct 2026)
Mukhyamantri Balika Protsahan Yojana (Intermediate Pass)
Education Department
The Mukhyamantri Balika (Intermediate Pass) Protsahan Yojana is a scheme by the Bihar government aimed at promoting girl child education, curbing child marriages, reducing fertility rates, and empowering girls to become self-reliant.
Who can apply (as printed on myScheme)
- The applicant must be a resident of Bihar.
- The applicant must be an unmarried girl.
- She must have passed the intermediate examination from a recognized school, madrasa, or institution in Bihar.
- The examination must have been conducted in 2021 or later.
- The applicant must have a valid bank account.
Benefit (as printed on myScheme)
- Financial Assistance: ₹10,000/- for girls passing intermediate in 2021; ₹25,000/- in 2022 and later.
No deadline published (read 27 Oct 2026)
Mukhyamantri Balika Protsahan Yojana (Matriculation)
Education Department
The scheme provides a financial incentive to girls who achieve a first division in their matriculation examination.
Who can apply (as printed on myScheme)
- The applicant must be a resident of the respective state.
- The applicant must be a girl student.
- She must have secured a first division in her matriculation examination.
Benefit (as printed on myScheme)
- Financial Incentive: ₹10,000/-.
No deadline published (read 27 Oct 2026)
Scholarships, stipends and fee help (6)
Financial Assistance for Studies (BBOCWWB)
Labour Resources Department
The scheme is implemented by the Bihar Building & Other Construction Workers Welfare Board, Labour Resources Department, Govt. of Bihar. Under this scheme, educational financial support is provided to the children of registered workers who have been members…
Who can apply (as printed on myScheme)
- The worker should be engaged in building or construction work.
- The worker should be registered with the Bihar Building & Other Construction Workers Welfare Board.
- The registered worker should have a minimum of one year of continuous membership.
- The worker's membership should be active at the time of application.
- The children of registered workers should be pursuing or have been admitted to one of the following regular technical or professional courses:
- Admission to prestigious government institutes like IIT, IIM, AIIMS, etc.
- Admission to a B.Tech or equivalent course in a government institution.
- Pursuing a Polytechnic, Nursing, or equivalent diploma course in a government institution.
More conditions on the myScheme page.
Benefit (as printed on myScheme)
- Under this scheme, the following financial assistance is provided to the children of registered building and construction workers:
- Full tuition fees are covered for admission to prestigious government institutes like IIT, IIM, AIIMS, etc.
- A one-time financial assistance of ₹20,000/- is provided upon admission to a B.Tech. or equivalent course in a government institution.
The full benefit details are on the myScheme page.
No deadline published (read 27 Oct 2026)
Jan-Nayak Karpoori Thakur Kalyan Hostel Scheme
BC & EBC Welfare Department
The "Jan-Nayak Karpoori Thakur Kalyan Hostel Scheme" by the BC & EBC Welfare Department, Bihar provides hostel facilities for students near Saharsa District with food grains (9 kg rice, 6 kg wheat) and ₹1000/- per month as a grant.
Who can apply (as printed on myScheme)
- The applicant should be a permanent resident of Bihar.
- The applicant should be studying in the current session in an educational institution nearest to the hostel.
- The applicant should belong to the Extremely Backward Class (EBC).
- The applicant should be studying in Class 10+2 or higher.
Benefit (as printed on myScheme)
- 9 kg rice and 6 kg wheat per student per month.
- ₹1000/- monthly grant under the Chief Minister’s Hostel Grant Scheme.
No deadline published (read 27 Oct 2026)
Mukhyamantri Anusuchit Jati Evam Anusuchit Janjati Chhatrawas Anudan Yojana
SC & ST Welfare Department
The “Mukhyamantri Anusoochit Jaati Evam Anusoochit Janajati Chhatrawas Anudan Yojana” was launched by the SC and ST Welfare Department, Government of Bihar aims to provide financial assistance in every month to the students studying in Scheduled…
Who can apply (as printed on myScheme)
- The student should be a resident of Bihar state.
- The student belongs to the Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe.
- The student should be enrolled and reside in hostels following the departmental guidelines and instructions operated by the Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe Welfare Department.
- The student should be studying in a recognized course.
- The student should be studying in a recognized educational institution.
Benefit (as printed on myScheme)
- Grant of ₹1,000/- per month.
No deadline published (read 27 Oct 2026)
Mukhyamantri Atyant Pichhda Varg Medhavriti Yojana
BC & EBC Welfare Department
The scheme aims to provide ₹10,000/- as a one-time scholarship to extremely backward class students passing class 10th in the first division from the Bihar School Examination Board.
Who can apply (as printed on myScheme)
- The applicant should be a permanent resident of Bihar.
- The applicant should be a student.
- The applicant should belong to the Extremely Backward Class (BC-I) category.
- The applicant should have passed the 10th class (Matric) examination in the first division from the Bihar School Examination Board, Patna.
Benefit (as printed on myScheme)
- A one-time scholarship of ₹10,000/- is provided per student.
- Note: Payment will be made via Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) into the beneficiary’s bank account.
No deadline published (read 27 Oct 2026)
Post-Matric Scholarship for Scheduled Castes (SC) and Scheduled Tribes (ST) Students-Bihar
SC & ST Welfare Department
The “Post-Matric Scholarship for Scheduled Castes (SC) and Scheduled Tribes (ST) Students-Bihar” aims to provide financial assistance to eligible students from Schedule Castes (SC) and Scheduled Tribes (ST) for their post-secondary education.
Who can apply (as printed on myScheme)
- The applicant should be a permanent resident of Bihar state.
- The caste of the applicant should be included in the list of Scheduled Castes (SC) and Scheduled Tribes (ST) issued by the state government.
- The applicant should be studying in higher classes after passing the Matriculation/Entry Examination.
- The family’s annual income must not exceed ₹3,00,000/-.
Benefit (as printed on myScheme)
- Scholarship and maintenance allowance will be payable on the basis of the criteria prescribed in the resolution issued by the Government of India from time to time.
No deadline published (read 27 Oct 2026)
Post-Matric Scholarship Scheme-Bihar
Minority Welfare Department
The “Post-Matric Scholarship Scheme-Bihar” aims to provide financial assistance to eligible students from Extremely Backward Classes (EBC) and Other Backward Classes (OBC) for their post-secondary education.
Who can apply (as printed on myScheme)
- The applicant should be a permanent resident of Bihar state.
- The caste of the applicant should be included in the list of Backward Class and Extremely Backward Class issued by the state government.
- The applicant should be studying in higher classes after passing the Matriculation/Entry Examination.
- The family’s annual income must not exceed the below-mentioned limit:
- Extremely Backward Classes (EBC): ₹2,50,000/-.
- Other Backward Classes (OBC): ₹3,00,000/-.
- The scholarship will be awarded to only two (2) sons of the applicant's parents. This rule will not apply to daughters.
Benefit (as printed on myScheme)
- Scholarship and maintenance allowance will be payable on the basis of the criteria prescribed in the resolution issued by the Government of India from time to time.
No deadline published (read 27 Oct 2026)
Education loans (1)
Bihar Student Credit Card Scheme
Education Department
The Bihar Government launched the Bihar Student Credit Card (BSCC) scheme to provide financial aid to applicants to complete their higher education.
Who can apply (as printed on myScheme)
- The applicant must be a resident of Bihar state and should be at least 25 years.
- The applicant must have passed the class 12th.
- The applicant must get admission to a course in an authorized institute.
- The applicant must complete the entire course.
Benefit (as printed on myScheme)
- The eligible students will get the following benefits under this scheme:
- A maximum loan amount of ₹4 lakh.
- Loan can be availed for polytechnic, technical and general courses.
The full benefit details are on the myScheme page.
No deadline published (read 27 Oct 2026)
Also useful
- Scholarship finder — national and state scholarships for your class, category and family income.
- How to apply on NSP, ePASS and MahaDBT.
- myScheme — the Government of India's portal for every central and state scheme.
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