Scholarship for Students Studying Outside the State

Scholarship for Chhattisgarh Students Studying Outside the State provides essential financial aid to meritorious students from Chhattisgarh who are pursuing engineering degrees in colleges located outside their home state. This scheme encourages academic excellence by offering a monthly scholarship of ₹2,000 to eligible candidates.

Scholarship for Students Studying Outside the State - Introduction

Scholarship for Chhattisgarh Students Studying Outside the State supports native students as they aim for good results in engineering fields across India. The Technical Education Department, Government of Chhattisgarh, first announced this scheme in June 2013 under its merit scholarship rules. The department calls for fresh applications every year for students studying in other states. For session 2025-26, applications were invited by the Additional Director of Technical Education, Chhattisgarh, with the last date of 10 February 2026.

This scheme gives a monthly scholarship of ₹2,000 to students enrolled in recognized engineering colleges outside Chhattisgarh. Students who secure admission in the first year of a B.E. or B.Tech course at IITs, NITs, IISc and other AICTE-approved technical institutions can apply. There is no income limit to apply, which makes it a merit-focused opportunity. The Directorate of Technical Education, Naya Raipur, Atal Nagar handles the process and makes sure eligible students get their aid on time.

Key Information

Benefits

Under this scheme, selected beneficiaries receive a consistent monthly scholarship of ₹2,000 to help manage their educational expenses. The amount is released at the end of the year. The Directorate of Technical Education sends the full scholarship amount to the head of the institution, who then pays it to each student after the required conditions are met.

Eligibility

To benefit from this scheme, you should meet the following requirements:

1. You must be a permanent resident of Chhattisgarh and hold a local residence certificate issued by the competent authority.
2. You should be studying in the first year of a B.E. or B.Tech course at a recognized college located outside Chhattisgarh.
3. You must have secured at least 60% marks in your Class 12 qualifying examination.
4. There is no income limit applicable to this scholarship.

Additional Conditions:

• You should not receive more than one scholarship at a time unless special government approval is granted. However, if your college provides a fee concession, you may still avail of this scholarship.
• If a scholarship slot becomes vacant, the approving authority can offer it to the next candidate on the merit list for the remaining time.
• You generally must have passed your qualifying examination from a Chhattisgarh testing body. If your parent is a permanent Chhattisgarh government employee currently on deputation to the Central Government or another state, you may be exempt from this rule.
• Full-time employees are not eligible for this support. Part-time work is permissible if you are a regular student.
• In specific complex situations regarding poverty and merit, the government may provide special scholarships as per the budget limit.

Application Process

The application process is conducted offline. Applications are invited each year for the current session. Here are the steps:

STEP 1 - Get the official application form. You can collect it free of charge from the Directorate of Technical Education office at Indravati Bhawan, Block-3, Third/Fourth Floor, Naya Raipur, Atal Nagar, Raipur district. You can also download it from the official website cgdteraipur.cgstate.gov.in.

STEP 2 - Fill the form accurately and attach the required documents. This includes your Class 12 mark sheet, the Chhattisgarh local residence certificate, and a certificate confirming that your institution is approved by AICTE. Attach a passport-sized photograph and self-attested copies of all documents.

STEP 3 - Get your application recommended by the head of your current institution. This recommendation is mandatory for the scholarship.

STEP 4 - Submit your signed application to the Directorate of Technical Education before the last date. For session 2025-26, the last date was 10 February 2026 by 5.00 pm. Applications received after the set date are not considered.

When the scholarship amount is sent to the institution head, students must give a receipt confirming that they received the approved amount of ₹20,000. This receipt is required for renewal of the scholarship in the next year. Students who were already approved in a previous year must also attach their passed mark sheet and the ₹20,000 receipt issued by the institution head for renewal.

Documents

Please keep the following documents ready for your application:

• Valid Residential Certificate of Chhattisgarh issued by the competent authority.
• Mark sheet from your Class 12 qualifying examination.
• Official proof that your current engineering institution is approved by AICTE and proof of admission confirming your enrollment outside the state.

References

Directorate of Technical Education, Chhattisgarh

FAQ's

What are the eligibility criteria for this scheme?

You must be a native resident of Chhattisgarh, hold admission in the first year of a recognized engineering college outside the state, and have scored at least 60% marks in your Class 12 qualifying examination.

Is there an income limit for applicants?

No, there is no income limit to apply for Scholarship for Chhattisgarh Students Studying Outside the State.

How much money will I receive monthly?

Eligible students are provided with a monthly scholarship of ₹2,000, which works out to ₹20,000 per year.

Can I hold this scholarship if I also get a fee concession?

Yes, receiving a fee concession from your college does not impact your eligibility for this government scholarship.

Is it possible to receive two scholarships at once?

Generally, you should not hold two scholarships simultaneously unless specific government approval is provided.

What if I work while I study?

You are not eligible if you are a full-time employee, but you may engage in part-time work while maintaining your student status.

How do I start my application?

You should get the application form from the Directorate of Technical Education office in Naya Raipur or download it from cgdteraipur.cgstate.gov.in, then get it recommended by your college head and submit it before the last date.