AI SummaryOdisha government has continued Gangadhar Meher Sikhya Manakbrudhi Yojana in 2026 for students studying in government and government aided schools across the state. Under GMSMY Scheme, state government provides free school uniforms, shoes, bags, bicycles and books to eligible students from Class 1st to Class 9th. Mohan Charan Majhi led state government has allocated Rs. 385 crore for Gangadhar Meher Sikhya Manakbrudhi Yojana in Odisha Budget 2026-27.
Scheme was started by previous state government and continues without any break under current BJP led administration. Budget allocation for GMSMY changes every year based on number of students and cost of materials. This article explains updated benefits, budget figures and eligibility for Gangadhar Meher Sikhya Manakbrudhi Yojana in 2026.
Odisha Gangadhar Meher Sikhya Manakbrudhi Yojana 2026
In Odisha Gangadhar Meher Sikhya Manakbrudhi Yojana 2026, students get following educational accessories:-
| Students Studying in | Educational Accessories |
| Class 1st | Free School Bags, Free Books, Free School Uniform including Shoes |
| Class 2nd | Free School Bags, Free Books, Free School Uniform including Shoes |
| Class 3rd | Free School Bags, Free Books, Free School Uniform including Shoes |
| Class 4th | Free School Bags, Free Books, Free School Uniform including Shoes |
| Class 5th | Free School Bags, Free Books, Free School Uniform including Shoes |
| Class 6th | Free Books, Free School Uniform including Shoes |
| Class 7th | Free Books, Free School Uniform including Shoes |
| Class 8th | Free Books, Free School Uniform including Shoes |
| Class 9th | Free Bicycles |
Who was Gangadhar Meher
Swabhaba kabi Gangadhara Meher (Odia: ସ୍ୱଭାବକବି ଗଙ୍ଗାଧର ମେହେର) was a renowned Odia poet of the 19th century. Though poor in wealth and education, he remained one of the most prolific and original contributor to Odia literature. Works produced by Gangadhara Meher are marked by vivid imagination, beauty and clarity of language, novelty of style, forceful character painting and lively description of nature from different perspectives. His writings remain as some of greatest creations in Odia literature.
Gangadhar Meher Sikhya Manakbrudhi Yojana Budget Allocation 2026-27
Odisha Budget 2026-27 has allocated Rs. 42,565 crore for education sector, which is 13.7 percent of total state budget. School and Mass Education Department alone gets Rs. 31,997.53 crore out of this amount. Here is division of key school education schemes:-
- Samagra Shiksha Abhiyan gets Rs. 3,805 crore to run day to day operations and support of government schools.
- PM POSHAN and Mukhya Mantri Poshan Shakti Nirman Yojana together get around Rs. 2,010 crore for mid-day meal and nutrition support to students.
- Odisha Adarsha Vidyalaya scheme gets Rs. 1,224 crore for model school infrastructure development.
- Godabarisha Mishra Adarsha Prathamika Vidyalaya scheme gets Rs. 1,010 crore to improve quality of primary education.
- Mukhyamantri Medhabi Chatra Protsahan Yojana gets Rs. 1,443 crore as scholarship support for SC, ST, OBC and minority students.
- Gangadhar Meher Sikhya Manakbrudhi Yojana (GMSMY) gets Rs. 385 crore to provide free school bags, uniforms, textbooks and bicycles to students from Class 1st to Class 9th of government and fully aided schools including OAVs.
Highlights of Gangadhar Meher Sikhya Manakbrudhi Yojana
| Scheme Name | Gangadhar Meher Sikhya Manakbrudhi Yojana |
| State | Odisha |
| Launched by | Government of Odisha, continued by Mohan Charan Majhi led state government |
| Objective | To provide free school bags, uniform, textbooks and bicycle to Class 1st to 9th students |
| Applicable Year | 2026-27 |
| Budget Allocation for Current Year | Rs. 385 crore |
FAQ's
Is Gangadhar Meher Sikhya Manakbrudhi Yojana still active in 2026?
Yes, scheme is continuing in 2026-27 with Rs. 385 crore budget allocation. Current state government has not stopped this scheme and it is running along with other school education schemes.
Who is eligible for GMSMY benefits?
Students studying in Class 1st to Class 9th in government and fully aided schools of Odisha, including Odisha Adarsha Vidyalayas, are eligible to get benefits under this scheme.
What items do students get under this scheme?
Depending on class, students get free school bags, free textbooks, free school uniform including shoes, and free bicycles for Class 9th students.
Is there any application process to get GMSMY benefits?
No separate application is required. School authorities distribute uniforms, books, bags and bicycles directly to eligible students during the academic year.
Source / Reference Link - https://budget.odisha.gov.in/previous-yearly-budget/2026
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