AI SummaryOdisha government runs the Rehabilitation of Cured Leprosy Persons: Pre and Post-Matric Scholarship. It helps students who are cured leprosy persons or children of such persons.
The scheme gives monthly money to cover school and college costs. As of August 2026, the benefit amounts are unchanged.
Students from class V to X get ₹800 each month. Those in class XI and XII get ₹1,000 per month.
For graduate and postgraduate studies, the amount is ₹1,500 monthly. For professional degrees or diplomas, it is ₹2,000 per month.
About the Scholarship
Below are the key details of the scheme in a quick view.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Scheme Name | Rehabilitation of Cured Leprosy Persons: Pre and Post-Matric Scholarship |
| Launched By | Government of Odisha |
| Beneficiaries | Students who are cured leprosy persons or children of cured leprosy persons |
| Benefit Amount | ₹800 per month for class V-X, ₹1,000 for class XI-XII, ₹1,500 for graduate/postgraduate, ₹2,000 for professional courses |
| Application Mode | Offline (submit application to Block/ULB office) |
| Official Website | https://ssepd.odisha.gov.in |
Eligibility
To apply, you must be a permanent resident of Odisha. You should either be a cured leprosy person or the child of a cured leprosy person. You must be studying regularly in a recognized school or college.
Your family's yearly income should not be more than ₹2,40,000. You should not be getting any other similar scholarship from the state or central government.
Benefits
| Education Level | Monthly Benefit Amount |
| Pre-Matric (Std. V to X) | ₹800 |
| Post-Matric (Std. XI to XII) | ₹1,000 |
| Graduate/Post-Graduate | ₹1,500 |
| Professional Degrees/Diplomas | ₹2,000 |
Note: You will receive this scholarship for a maximum of 10 months during each academic year.
Application Process
Download the application form from the guidelines PDF given below. Fill in all details carefully. Submit your completed application along with your documents to your local Block or Urban Local Body (ULB) office. Remember to ask for a submission receipt to track your status.
Contact Information
Address: SSEPD Department, Red Building, Lokseva Bhawan, Bhubaneswar, 751001. Email: ssepdsec.od@nic.in. Phone: 0674-2392803. You can also view the List of District Social Security Officers for local support.
Documents
Keep these documents ready for your application:
You will need proof of your permanent residence in Odisha, a birth certificate or age proof, and documentation verifying your status as a cured leprosy person (or your parent's status). Provide your admission letter from your school or college, an income certificate showing an annual family income below ₹2,40,000, and a signed declaration that you are not receiving other government scholarships.
References
FAQ's
What is the purpose of this scholarship?
This scholarship gives financial help to students who are cured leprosy persons or children of cured leprosy persons so they can pay for their education without worry.
Who qualifies for this aid?
Residents of Odisha who are cured leprosy persons or children of such persons, currently studying in recognized institutions with a family income under ₹2,40,000 yearly, may apply.
Are there different rates for different courses?
Yes, the scholarship ranges from ₹800 to ₹2,000 per month depending on whether you are in school, college, or a professional degree program.
How is the scholarship paid?
The money is sent directly to your bank account. If you are under 18, you should use a joint account with a parent or guardian.
Can I apply if I receive other scholarships?
No, you should not be getting any other financial aid from state or central government schemes to stay eligible for this program.