The Telangana Scholarship 2026-27 includes several scholarships, tuition-fee reimbursement schemes, maintenance scholarships and educational assistance programs for school, Intermediate, ITI, diploma, undergraduate, postgraduate and other eligible courses.
The main state scholarship system is ePASS, which is used by multiple welfare departments. Telangana also has separate routes for overseas scholarships, minority welfare programs, disability scholarships and other department-specific educational schemes.
Eligibility, scholarship amount, documents, verification requirements and deadlines depend on the exact department and scheme.
Telangana Scholarship 2026-27 – Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| State | Telangana |
| Academic Year | 2026-27 |
| Main Scholarship System | Telangana ePASS |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Major Levels Covered | Pre-Matric, Intermediate, ITI, Diploma, UG, PG and other eligible courses |
| Major Beneficiary Groups | SC, ST, BC, EBC, Minority, Persons with Disabilities and other eligible groups |
| Main Benefits | Tuition Fee Reimbursement (RTF), Maintenance Fee (MTF), scholarship and other educational assistance |
| Payment Mode | DBT / applicable departmental payment process |
| 2026-27 Application Status | Fresh and renewal services are available for several ePASS schemes |
| Deadline | Depends on the scheme and department |
The live Telangana ePASS system currently provides 2026-27 fresh and renewal registration facilities, including post-matric and pre-matric services.
🎓 Telangana Scholarship 2026-27 – Student-Friendly Decision Tree
Not sure which scholarship you should check? Follow the route that matches your situation.
Are you an SC student?
Yes →
For school-level study, check the applicable SC Pre-Matric Scholarship.
For Intermediate, diploma, UG, PG or other post-matric study, check the SC Post-Matric Scholarship.
Are you an ST student?
Yes →
Check the applicable ST Pre-Matric or Post-Matric Scholarship.
The current ePASS system provides an ST-specific OTR entry facility for post-matric applications.
Are you a BC student?
Yes →
Check the BC Pre-Matric Scholarship for school-level study and the BC Post-Matric Scholarship for Intermediate and higher education.
The BC Welfare Department also provides Reimbursement of Tuition Fee (RTF) and Maintenance Fee (MTF) for eligible post-matric students.
Are you an EBC student?
Yes →
Check the applicable EBC Fee Reimbursement / Post-Matric route.
The BC Welfare Department identifies separate EBC fee-reimbursement arrangements under its scholarship system.
Do you belong to a notified minority community?
Yes →
Check the Minority Pre-Matric, Post-Matric or Merit-Cum-Means Scholarship.
The Telangana Minority Welfare Department lists both State Government and Government of India pre-matric/post-matric scholarships and the Merit-Cum-Means Scholarship.
Are you a student with a disability?
Yes →
Check the Pre-Matric or Post-Matric Scholarship for Persons with Disabilities.
The Telangana disability-welfare department publishes separate rates and eligibility conditions for school and post-matric students.
Are you studying in a school and belong to an eligible SC/ST/BC/disabled category?
Yes →
Check the Pre-Matric Scholarship route.
The current 2026-27 ePASS pre-matric form asks for student, school, Aadhaar, bank, category, income and academic details.
Are you a graduate planning postgraduate study abroad?
Yes →
Check the applicable Overseas Vidya Nidhi scheme:
- Ambedkar Overseas Vidya Nidhi for SC
- Ambedkar Overseas Vidya Nidhi for ST
- Chief Minister’s Overseas Scholarship Scheme for Minorities
- Mahatma Jyothiba Phule BC/EBC Overseas Vidya Nidhi
The overseas schemes have separate eligibility, merit and documentation rules.
This decision tree is only a quick guide. Final eligibility depends on the exact scheme and current department rules.
🗺️ Telangana Scholarship 2026-27 – Scheme-Wise Portal Map
Use this map to identify the correct application system.
| Scholarship / Scheme | Main Beneficiaries | Study Level | Application Portal / System |
|---|---|---|---|
| SC Pre-Matric Scholarship | SC students | School | TG-ePASS |
| SC Post-Matric Scholarship | SC students | Intermediate and above | TG-ePASS |
| ST Pre-Matric Scholarship | ST students | School | TG-ePASS |
| ST Post-Matric Scholarship | ST students | Intermediate and above | TG-ePASS / Tribal Welfare route |
| BC Pre-Matric Scholarship | BC students | School | TG-ePASS |
| BC Post-Matric Scholarship | BC students | Intermediate and above | TG-ePASS |
| EBC Fee Reimbursement | EBC students | Eligible post-matric courses | TG-ePASS |
| Minority Pre-Matric Scholarship | Minority students | School | TG-ePASS / applicable central route |
| Minority Post-Matric Scholarship | Minority students | Intermediate and above | TG-ePASS / applicable central route |
| Minority Merit-Cum-Means Scholarship | Minority students | Professional/Technical higher education | Applicable central/department route |
| Disability Pre-Matric Scholarship | Students with disabilities | Classes I-X | TG-ePASS |
| Disability Post-Matric Scholarship | Students with disabilities | Intermediate and above | TG-ePASS |
| Ambedkar Overseas Vidya Nidhi – SC | SC graduates | PG abroad | TG-ePASS Overseas |
| Ambedkar Overseas Vidya Nidhi – ST | ST graduates | PG abroad | TG-ePASS Overseas |
| CM Overseas Scholarship – Minorities | Minority graduates | PG abroad | TG-ePASS Overseas |
| Mahatma Jyothiba Phule Overseas Vidya Nidhi | BC/EBC graduates | PG abroad | TG-ePASS Overseas |
| Other-State / Inter-State Scholarship | Eligible Telangana students studying outside Telangana | Post-Matric | TG-ePASS Other-State route |
The current ePASS system itself lists post-matric, pre-matric, overseas, other-state and renewal services, while the Telangana government identifies separate welfare departments responsible for these programs.
Telangana Scholarship 2026-27 Last Date
There is no single verified closing date for every Telangana scholarship.
The live ePASS pages currently show 2026-27 fresh and renewal registration services, but the regular post-matric pages checked do not display one universal final date. Therefore, students should follow the deadline shown for their exact scholarship or department.
Current 2026-27 Deadline Position
| Scholarship / Route | 2026-27 Status |
|---|---|
| Post-Matric Fresh Registration | 2026-27 registration is available |
| Post-Matric Renewal | 2026-27 renewal registration is available |
| Pre-Matric Fresh Registration | 2026-27 form is available |
| Pre-Matric Renewal | 2026-27 renewal service is available |
| Other-State / Inter-State | 2026-27 pre-registration is available |
| BC Overseas Vidya Nidhi | Current ePASS page lists 30 September 2026 as the registration last date |
| SC/ST/Minority Overseas Schemes | Follow the current session-specific status on ePASS |
The current ePASS overseas page specifically shows 30 September 2026 as the last date for the Mahatma Jyothiba Phule BC/EBC Overseas Vidya Nidhi registration.
Telangana ePASS Scholarship 2026-27
ePASS stands for Electronic Payment and Application System of Scholarships.
It is the main Telangana scholarship system for multiple welfare departments and provides services for:
- Pre-Matric Scholarships
- Post-Matric Scholarships
- Fee Reimbursement
- Maintenance Fee
- Overseas Scholarships
- Other-State and Inter-State applications
- Application status
- Document re-upload/edit services
- Grievances
The official ePASS system states that its content is owned, maintained and updated by the Social Welfare Department, Government of Telangana.
SC Scholarship in Telangana 2026-27
SC Pre-Matric Scholarship
The Social Welfare Department provides pre-matric scholarships to eligible SC students.
The published departmental scheme structure includes:
- Classes V-VIII: ₹1,000 per year for boys and ₹1,500 per year for girls
- Classes IX-X under Rajiv Vidya Deevena: ₹3,000 per year
The scholarship is intended for eligible students studying in government, local-body and other permitted schools under the scheme.
SC Post-Matric Scholarship
The SC Post-Matric Scholarship supports eligible students studying after matriculation.
The scheme includes:
RTF – Reimbursement of Tuition Fee
and
MTF – Maintenance Fee
The official SC departmental manual identifies Telangana SC students pursuing post-matric or post-secondary courses in recognized institutions and universities as eligible subject to the scheme conditions.
The current 2026-27 ePASS process requires Aadhaar, caste/income information, bank details and other student records for fresh registration.
ST Scholarship in Telangana 2026-27
The Tribal Welfare Department administers pre-matric and post-matric scholarship support for eligible Scheduled Tribe students.
ST Pre-Matric Scholarship
ST students in school-level classes can receive scholarship assistance under the applicable pre-matric scheme.
The published Tribal Welfare information includes scholarship support for Classes V-VIII and IX-X, with separate rates for day scholars and hostel boarders under the relevant scheme.
ST Post-Matric Scholarship
The ST post-matric scholarship covers eligible students from Intermediate through postgraduate and professional courses.
Published departmental information describes the benefit as:
- RTF paid toward eligible tuition fees
- MTF paid to the student
The department publishes separate maintenance rates according to course group and hosteller/day-scholar status.
BC Scholarship in Telangana 2026-27
The Backward Classes Welfare Department provides both pre-matric and post-matric educational assistance.
BC Pre-Matric Scholarship
BC students studying in eligible school classes can receive pre-matric scholarship support.
Current departmental district information lists assistance for Classes IX-X and identifies ePASS as the application route.
BC Post-Matric Scholarship
The BC Post-Matric Scholarship supports eligible BC students from Intermediate to postgraduate study.
The scheme contains two major components:
RTF – Reimbursement of Tuition Fee
MTF – Maintenance Fee
Government district information confirms that BC students pursuing Intermediate, ITI, Polytechnic, Degree, B.Ed., MBBS, B.Tech., PG and other eligible courses can be covered under the post-matric scholarship and fee-reimbursement system.
EBC Fee Reimbursement in Telangana
Eligible Economically Backward Class (EBC) students can receive tuition-fee reimbursement under the applicable BC Welfare scheme.
Government information distinguishes the EBC benefit from the regular BC post-matric scholarship and describes it primarily as Reimbursement of Tuition Fee (RTF) under the applicable conditions.
Minority Scholarship in Telangana 2026-27
The Telangana Minority Welfare Department lists:
- Pre-Matric Scholarship – State Government
- Post-Matric Scholarship – State Government
- Pre-Matric Scholarship – Government of India
- Post-Matric Scholarship – Government of India
- Merit-Cum-Means Scholarship – Government of India
These schemes cover eligible students from notified minority communities subject to the individual scheme requirements.
The current ePASS 2026-27 fresh registration process also lists Minority Welfare students among the categories for which fresh registration is available.
Disability Scholarship in Telangana 2026-27
The Department for Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities provides separate pre-matric and post-matric scholarships.
Pre-Matric Disability Scholarship
For Classes I-X, the published rates are:
| Class | Scholarship |
|---|---|
| Classes I-V | ₹700/year |
| Classes VI-VIII | ₹1,000/year |
| Classes IX-X | ₹1,820/year |
Additional allowances can include:
- ₹500 transport allowance for eligible children with locomotor disability
- ₹250 maintenance allowance for prosthetic/orthopedic aids
- Reader allowance of ₹250 for Classes I-VIII and ₹500 for Classes IX-X for visually impaired students
The published income ceiling is below ₹1 lakh per year.
Post-Matric Disability Scholarship
For Intermediate and higher courses, eligible differently abled students can receive:
- Tuition Fee Reimbursement
- Special Fee reimbursement
- Maintenance Fee
Published maintenance amounts include:
| Course | Maintenance Scholarship |
|---|---|
| Intermediate | ₹5,000/year |
| Degree | ₹5,000/year |
| Post-Graduation | ₹6,500/year |
| Professional Courses | ₹6,500/year |
The published departmental eligibility includes eligible students studying in government/university institutions and Category-A/Convenor Quota seats in private colleges, subject to the scheme conditions.
Telangana Scholarship Amount 2026-27
There is no single Telangana scholarship amount.
The benefit depends on:
- Department
- Category
- Study level
- Course group
- Day scholar/hosteller status
- Tuition-fee structure
- Institution
- Applicable government rules
For example:
- SC Pre-Matric Classes V-VIII: ₹1,000 for boys and ₹1,500 for girls
- SC Classes IX-X under Rajiv Vidya Deevena: ₹3,000
- Disability Pre-Matric: ₹700 to ₹1,820 depending on class
- Disability Post-Matric: ₹5,000 to ₹6,500 depending on course
Post-matric welfare scholarships generally combine RTF and MTF, rather than paying one universal fixed scholarship amount.
Aadhaar, Bank Account and DBT Requirements
Aadhaar and banking details are particularly important in the 2026-27 Telangana ePASS process.
The current fresh-registration instructions require:
- Student Aadhaar
- Caste certificate
- Income certificate
- Bank account/passbook details where applicable
- Study/bonafide certificate
- Recent photograph
- CET allotment information where applicable
The current form also captures Aadhaar-linked details and bank information.
Students should make sure:
- The name on Aadhaar matches the academic record.
- The Aadhaar number is correct.
- The bank account is active.
- The bank account is Aadhaar-seeded where required.
- IFSC and account number are correct.
The ePASS home page also provides an NPCI Aadhaar-seeding reference for eligible SC applications.
OTR Requirement for Telangana Scholarship 2026-27
The 2026-27 ePASS system has introduced or incorporated NSP OTR-related fields and services for applicable scholarship processing.
The current post-matric registration form includes an OTR number from the National Scholarship Portal, and the ePASS system also provides a dedicated OTR Number Entry service.
For ST students, the ePASS instructions specifically direct applicants to complete the OTR requirement for applicable post-matric registration.
Students should use the OTR requirement displayed for their exact category and scheme.
Biometric Authentication
Biometric authentication is an important part of the current ePASS process.
The official 2026-27 post-matric instructions state that students who have completed biometric authentication can proceed with registration. For SC students, the ePASS instructions also state that Aadhaar details should match the SSC record before biometric authentication.
Students should complete biometric authentication at the designated MeeSeva centre when instructed by the portal.
Seven-Year Study Certificate
The current 2026-27 post-matric fresh-registration instructions require a Study/Bonafide Certificate covering the last seven consecutive years of study for students to whom that requirement applies.
The ePASS system also provides a separate 2026-27 service for uploading seven-year study certificates.
This document is particularly important for determining local/non-local eligibility where the rules require residence and study history verification.
Documents Required for Telangana Scholarship 2026-27
The exact document list depends on the scheme.
For the current 2026-27 ePASS application, students may need:
- Aadhaar card
- Caste certificate issued through MeeSeva
- Income certificate issued through MeeSeva
- Bank passbook first page, where required
- Study/Bonafide Certificate
- Seven-year study certificate, where applicable
- CET allotment order, where applicable
- Latest passport-size photograph
- OTR details, where required
- Course and institution details
- Hostel details, where applicable
- Disability certificate/SADAREM details, where applicable
The live 2026-27 ePASS form specifies document formats and file-size limits for several uploaded documents.
How to Apply for Telangana Scholarship 2026-27
Step 1: Identify the Applicable Scheme
Use the Student-Friendly Decision Tree and Scheme-Wise Portal Map above.
Step 2: Prepare the Required Documents
Keep Aadhaar, caste/income certificates, bank details, academic records and scheme-specific documents ready.
Step 3: Complete OTR and Biometric Requirements
Complete NSP OTR and Aadhaar/biometric verification where your scheme requires them.
Step 4: Register or Log In
Open the applicable ePASS service and complete your student registration/profile.
Step 5: Fill in the Application
Enter your:
- Personal details
- Aadhaar information
- Category details
- Income details
- Academic information
- Course and college
- Bank details
- Study-history details
- Scheme-specific information
Step 6: Upload Documents
Upload clear documents in the format and file size prescribed by the portal.
Step 7: Review the Application
Check your name, Aadhaar, category, income, academic information, institution, course and bank details carefully.
Step 8: Submit the Application
Submit the application through the applicable scholarship service.
Step 9: Complete Institutional / Departmental Verification
Make sure your school, college or designated welfare office completes the required verification.
Step 10: Track the Application
Save the application number and acknowledgement and monitor the application until approval and payment.
Telangana Scholarship Status 2026-27
Students should check their status using the application-status facility of the same scholarship system.
The current ePASS system provides a dedicated Post-Matric Application Status service that asks for the academic year, application number and relevant SSC details.
Depending on the scheme, an application can move through stages such as:
Application Submitted → Institution Verification → Welfare Department Verification → Sanction/Approval → Payment
Telangana Scholarship Payment 2026-27
After approval, benefits are transferred through the applicable payment process.
For post-matric scholarships, the major components are:
RTF – Reimbursement of Tuition Fee
MTF – Maintenance Fee
The current ePASS system is also designed to support Aadhaar-linked payment processing and provides bank-detail update/re-upload facilities.
Payment delays may occur because of:
- Aadhaar-bank issues
- Incorrect account details
- Pending verification
- Document defects
- Institution confirmation
- Departmental sanction
- Budget/payment processing
- Other scheme-specific issues
Other-State and Inter-State Students
Telangana ePASS provides a separate Other-State / Inter-State route for eligible students studying outside Telangana.
The current 2026-27 ePASS pages specifically provide Other-State Fresh Pre-Registration and Other-State Renewal Registration services. Students studying in Andhra Pradesh are also explicitly mentioned in the current ePASS instructions.
Students should use this route when their scholarship rules specifically permit study outside Telangana.
Telangana Overseas Scholarships 2026-27
Telangana has several overseas education assistance schemes.
Ambedkar Overseas Vidya Nidhi – SC
The scheme provides eligible SC students financial assistance of up to ₹20 lakh, along with one-way economic airfare and visa charges, subject to the applicable rules.
The current official ePASS overseas page lists eligible countries including the USA, Canada, Germany, France, UK, Singapore, Japan, South Korea, Australia and New Zealand.
Ambedkar Overseas Vidya Nidhi – ST
The ST overseas scheme provides financial assistance of up to ₹20 lakh, along with applicable travel and visa assistance.
The published eligibility includes:
- Family income below ₹5 lakh per year
- At least 60% in graduation
- Required GRE/GMAT/TOEFL/IELTS/PTE score under the scheme rules
- One child per family under the published conditions
Chief Minister’s Overseas Scholarship – Minorities
The Minority Welfare overseas scheme provides financial assistance of up to ₹20 lakh or the admission-letter amount, whichever is lower, along with applicable travel support.
The current official ePASS overseas page identifies the scheme and its registration/status system.
Mahatma Jyothiba Phule BC/EBC Overseas Vidya Nidhi
Eligible BC/EBC graduates can receive assistance of up to ₹20 lakh, along with one-way economic airfare and visa charges according to the scheme conditions.
The current ePASS page specifically shows 30 September 2026 as the registration last date for this overseas scholarship and lists August/September 2026 certificate verification for the current session.
Common Reasons for Telangana Scholarship Rejection or Delay
Aadhaar and SSC Name Mismatch
For current post-matric registration, the ePASS instructions specifically require the Aadhaar and SSC name details to match for the applicable SC registration process.
Invalid Caste or Income Certificate
Use certificates issued through the prescribed MeeSeva process where required.
Incorrect Bank Details
Incorrect account number, IFSC or Aadhaar-seeding status can affect payment.
Missing OTR
Complete OTR where the relevant scholarship requires it.
Incomplete Study History
Where seven-year study details are required, upload the required certificate and make sure the information is accurate.
Pending Biometric Authentication
Complete the required biometric authentication before proceeding with the application.
Institution Has Not Confirmed the Application
Contact the scholarship/nodal officer of your school or college when the application remains pending at the institutional level.
Receiving Another Scholarship
The ePASS departmental instructions identify receipt of another scholarship as one possible reason for rejection under applicable schemes.
Telangana Scholarship Renewal 2026-27
Students who received a scholarship during the previous year may need to use the renewal process.
The current ePASS system provides a specific 2026-27 renewal registration form using the previous application ID and SSC details.
Before renewal, check:
- Previous application status
- Promotion to the next year/class
- Current course and institution
- Category and income details
- Aadhaar information
- Bank account details
- Required renewal documents
Tips for Telangana Scholarship 2026-27 Applicants
- Identify your exact scholarship and department first.
- Use the portal map before beginning the application.
- Keep Aadhaar, caste and income details consistent.
- Complete OTR and biometric authentication where required.
- Keep your bank account active and Aadhaar-seeded where applicable.
- Prepare the seven-year study certificate when required.
- Match your course and college details with your actual admission.
- Save your application number and acknowledgement.
- Complete institutional verification promptly.
- Check the application status regularly.
- Use current 2026-27 instructions rather than old-year screenshots or notices.
- For overseas scholarships, follow the separate session-specific requirements.
🔗 Telangana Scholarship 2026-27 – Quick Links
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Telangana Scholarship 2026-27?
Telangana Scholarship 2026-27 refers to the various state and centrally supported scholarships, tuition-fee reimbursement and maintenance schemes administered through Telangana’s welfare departments and scholarship systems.
What is the Telangana ePASS scholarship last date for 2026-27?
There is no single verified deadline for every regular ePASS scholarship. The live 2026-27 fresh and renewal services are available, and students should follow the deadline applicable to their particular scheme.
What is the SC Pre-Matric scholarship amount in Telangana?
Under the published Social Welfare scheme structure, Classes V-VIII receive ₹1,000 per year for boys and ₹1,500 for girls, while Classes IX-X under Rajiv Vidya Deevena receive ₹3,000.
What is the Telangana Post-Matric Scholarship?
It is a higher-education scholarship system that can include RTF (Reimbursement of Tuition Fee) and MTF (Maintenance Fee) for eligible students.
Who can apply for Telangana ePASS?
Depending on the scheme, eligible applicants can include SC, ST, BC, EBC, minority students and students with disabilities.
Is OTR required for Telangana scholarship?
For applicable scholarships, yes. The current 2026-27 ePASS system includes an OTR field and separate OTR-entry facility, and the ST registration instructions specifically refer to OTR.
Is biometric authentication required?
For applicable post-matric registration, the current ePASS instructions require biometric authentication before the application can proceed.
Is a seven-year study certificate required?
For students to whom the rule applies, yes. The current 2026-27 ePASS instructions specifically require a study/bonafide certificate covering the last seven consecutive years of study.
What is the disability scholarship amount in Telangana?
Published disability-welfare rates range from ₹700 to ₹1,820 per year for pre-matric classes, while post-matric maintenance support is ₹5,000 or ₹6,500 per year depending on course.
What is the Telangana overseas scholarship amount?
Major Telangana overseas schemes provide assistance of up to ₹20 lakh, with additional travel and visa support subject to the respective scheme rules.
Can Telangana students studying outside the state apply?
An eligible Other-State/Inter-State route is available through ePASS for students covered by the applicable rules. The current system provides a separate 2026-27 pre-registration and renewal process.
How can I check Telangana scholarship status?
Use the application-status facility of the same ePASS system used for your scholarship application.
Why has my scholarship payment not been received?
Possible reasons include bank/Aadhaar issues, pending verification, incomplete documents, institutional confirmation or departmental processing.
Conclusion
The Telangana Scholarship 2026-27 system covers a wide range of students through SC, ST, BC, EBC, minority and disability-welfare schemes.
The key step is to identify the correct scholarship, department and application route before starting the form. Telangana uses ePASS for many major scholarship services, while overseas and certain department-specific programs follow their own processes within the broader welfare system.
Keep your Aadhaar, caste and income certificates, academic documents, bank details and required study certificates ready. Complete OTR and biometric authentication wherever applicable, ensure institutional verification is completed and track the application after submission.
For the latest 2026-27 scholarship status, deadlines, eligibility, payment and verification instructions, always rely on the official Telangana portals listed in the Quick Links section.
Disclaimer
The scholarship information provided on this page is for educational and informational purposes only. Scholarship eligibility, application dates, scholarship amounts, documents, verification procedures and other rules may change from time to time as per the latest notifications issued by the concerned Government department.
Students are advised to verify all important details, including eligibility, last date, application status and payment information, through the official scholarship portal or concerned Government department before applying.
ExamPatrol is not an official Government website and does not represent any Government department or scholarship authority. We are not responsible for any changes, delays, rejection of applications, payment issues or errors resulting from information provided by third-party sources or changes in official rules.
Always refer to the official portal for the latest and final information.