Education is not only about books today, laptops have become a must for students. Understanding this, the Odisha Government launched the Godabarisha Vidyarthi Protsahana Yojana (Laptop DBT). Under this scheme, students from various categories like General, SC, ST, OBC/SEBC, and EBC who are pursuing higher education get Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) of ₹30,000 to purchase a laptop.
Sounds great right? Let’s check out how to apply online, eligible courses, scholarship amount, documents, and last date.
Quick Summary (Key Highlights)
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Scheme Name: Godabarisha Vidyarthi Protsahana Yojana (Laptop DBT) 2025
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Launched By: Govt. of Odisha
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Official Portal: scholarship.odisha.gov.in
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Scholarship Amount: ₹30,000 (for Boys / Girls / Transgender – all equal)
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Beneficiaries: General, SC, ST, OBC/SEBC, EBC students
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Mode of Benefit: DBT (Direct Benefit Transfer to bank)
Who Can Apply? (Eligibility)
✔ Must be a resident of Odisha
✔ Should belong to General, SC, ST, OBC/SEBC, or EBC category
✔ Must be pursuing any eligible course (list given below) in recognized institution
✔ Aadhaar-linked bank account required
Eligible Courses
Almost all higher education streams are covered under this scheme. Few examples:
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Professional Courses: B.Tech, M.Tech, BCA, MCA, MBA, Law, Nursing, Pharmacy, Hotel Management, BBA, Fashion Design, Multimedia, etc.
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General Degrees: B.Sc, B.A., B.Com, M.Sc, M.A., M.Com, M.Ed, M.Phil, Ph.D.
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Medical & Allied Sciences: MBBS, Dental, Ayurvedic, Homeopathy, Physiotherapy, Paramedical, Public Health, Occupational Therapy, Prosthetics, etc.
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Vocational & Diploma: Polytechnic, ITI/ITC, Diploma in Hotel Management, Textile Design, Interior Design, Journalism, Performing Arts, Teacher Training.
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Integrated & Special Courses: Integrated MBA, Integrated B.Ed-M.Ed, Integrated M.Sc, IGNOU/OSOU Diploma & Certificate Courses, PG Diploma, PGDCA.
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Others: Yoga, Library Science, Visual Arts, Tourism/Travel Management, Social Work, Agricultural & Allied Sciences, Fishery, Forestry, and many more.
👉 Basically, if you’re pursuing Plus-3 or higher courses in Odisha, you’re most likely eligible.
Scholarship Amount
| Courses | Payment Type | Boys Amount | Girls Amount | Transgender Amount |
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| All Eligible Courses | Yearly (DBT) | ₹30,000 | ₹30,000 | ₹30,000 |
✅ The amount is same for all – boys, girls and transgender students.
Documents Required
Keep these documents ready before applying:
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Aadhaar Card of student
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Passport size photo
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Marksheet of last exam passed
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Bank account details (must be Aadhaar-seeded)
How to Apply Online
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Visit official portal 👉 scholarship.odisha.gov.in
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Register as a new student / Login if already registered.
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Select Godabarisha Vidyarthi Protsahana Yojana (Laptop DBT) from the list.
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Fill in personal, academic, and bank details.
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Upload required documents (Aadhaar, photo, mark sheet, etc.)
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Submit and take a print of acknowledgment.
Important Dates
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Application Start Date: [Expected July 2025]
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Last Date to Apply: [Expected Aug/Sep 2025]
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Verification by Institute: [as per schedule]
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Payment Release: After successful verification (within 2–3 months)
Payment Status
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Login at scholarship.odisha.gov.in
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Click Application / Payment Status
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You can also check through PFMS portal with bank account or Aadhaar.
Tip: If it shows “Pending at Institute” – ask your college to verify it quickly.
Common Issues Students Face
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Bank account not Aadhaar seeded with NPCI
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Wrong IFSC code entered
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Blurry documents uploaded
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Application not verified by institute on time
Contact Details
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Scholarship Helpline (Odisha): 155335 / 1800-345-6770
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Portal: scholarship.odisha.gov.in
Final Words
The Godabarisha Vidyarthi Protsahana Yojana (Laptop DBT) 2025 is a golden chance for students in Odisha to get financial help for laptops. With ₹30,000 directly credited, you can buy a decent laptop for your studies. So don’t miss the deadline, apply early and keep your bank account Aadhaar-linked for smooth transfer.