Post Matric Scholarship (Bihar)

About this scholarship

The Bihar Post Matric Scholarship (PMS) is a massive state-run initiative operating on its own dedicated portal (pmsonline.bih.nic.in), having migrated away from the central NSP to streamline and speed up disbursements for Bihar students. It provides critical fee reimbursement and maintenance allowances to students from SC, ST, BC, and EBC categories pursuing higher education—from Class 11 and 12 to undergraduate, postgraduate, and professional courses. Unlike the Mukhyamantri Kanya Utthan Yojana, which is a one-time cash incentive for girls, the PMS is a recurring annual scholarship covering tuition costs for both boys and girls in reserved categories. The establishment of the dedicated Bihar PMS portal was a game-changer, allowing the state to clear massive backlogs of applications. It operates on a strict verification hierarchy involving the institution, physical committees, and district officers. Because it covers expensive technical degrees as well as basic high school education, it is the primary financial vehicle enabling lakhs of marginalized Bihar students to stay in the education system. Keep in mind that ₹2.5 lakh is merely the central baseline governing the SC tier, and Bihar authorities can independently modify it. Students seeking funds under the ST, BC, or EBC classifications usually face tighter financial cutoffs, so verifying the exact numbers on PMS Online Bihar is strongly recommended.

Documents you need

• Domicile certificate of Bihar
• Caste certificate
• Income certificate
• Aadhaar card
• Bank passbook
• Bonafide certificate from the institution
• Fee receipt
• Previous exam marksheet

How to apply

1. Visit the dedicated Bihar PMS portal (pmsonline.bih.nic.in) and register as a new student under your specific category (SC/ST or BC/EBC).
2. Fill in your personal and academic details, and carefully upload legible scanned copies of your caste, income, and domicile certificates.
3. After finalizing the online application, ensure your institution verifies it promptly, as it must pass through several layers of digital and physical checks before payment.

Why applications get rejected

• Uploading blurred or unreadable income and caste certificates, which is the leading cause of rejection by district verification officers.
• Entering a fee amount that exceeds the government-approved cap for that specific course, leading to delays or partial rejections.

Common questions

When does Post Matric Scholarship (Bihar) open for 2026?

Typically opens August–October. Verify on the PMS portal each year.

What is the last date to apply for Post Matric Scholarship (Bihar)?

The closing date is announced for each cycle rather than fixed in advance, so it is not the same every year. Typically opens August–October. Verify on the PMS portal each year.

How do I apply for Post Matric Scholarship (Bihar)?

Applications are submitted through PMS Online Bihar. Visit the dedicated Bihar PMS portal (pmsonline.bih.nic.in) and register as a new student under your specific category (SC/ST or BC/EBC).

Can General category students apply on the Bihar PMS portal?

No, this specific portal and scheme are exclusively for students belonging to the SC, ST, BC, and EBC categories of Bihar.

Can I apply if I am studying in a college outside Bihar?

Yes, as long as you are a permanent resident of Bihar and the out-of-state institution is officially recognized and registered on the Bihar PMS portal.