What is the Manki Munda Scholarship and how to apply?

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Hey friends! I came across something called the Manki Munda Scholarship, but I couldn’t find full details anywhere :confused:. Is this a central govt or state govt scholarship? Who can apply – is it for tribal/ST students only? And what are the benefits and eligibility rules? If anyone has applied before or knows the official website or process to apply in 2025, please share here. It can really help students from tribal communities

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If you belong to a Scheduled Tribe (ST) community in Jharkhand and are pursuing education, there’s a very meaningful scholarship you should know about — the Manki Munda Scholarship. It’s aimed at supporting tribal students financially and helping them access higher education without dropping out due to lack of funds.

Let’s break it down in a simple and clear way :backhand_index_pointing_down:

What is the Manki Munda Scholarship?

The Manki Munda Scholarship is a state-funded scholarship scheme launched by the Government of Jharkhand to support Scheduled Tribe (ST) students studying in post-matric or higher education courses (from Class 11 onwards to Ph.D. level).

Named after Manki Munda, a respected tribal leader and freedom fighter, the scheme encourages education among tribal youth and aims to reduce dropout rates by offering financial aid, tuition fee reimbursement, and maintenance allowances.

Who Can Apply?

:white_check_mark: Must be a permanent resident of Jharkhand
:white_check_mark: Must belong to the Scheduled Tribe (ST) community
:white_check_mark: Studying in Class 11, 12, UG, PG, or PhD programs
:white_check_mark: Family’s annual income should be less than ₹2.5 lakh
:white_check_mark: Must be studying in a recognized institution (government or private)

Benefits of Manki Munda Scholarship

  • Tuition fee reimbursement (full or partial, depending on course)
  • Maintenance allowance (for hostel or day scholar)
  • Books and stationery allowance
  • Special funds for professional courses (engineering, medicine, law, etc.)

How to Apply for Manki Munda Scholarship (2025)?

:desktop_computer: Online Application via Jharkhand e-Kalyan Portal:

  1. Go to the official website:
    :link: https://ekalyan.cgg.gov.in
  2. Click on “Student Registration”
  • Choose the Manki Munda Scholarship option
  • Fill in personal, academic, and income details
  1. Upload required documents:
  • Aadhaar card
  • Caste certificate (ST)
  • Income certificate
  • Bonafide certificate from institution
  • Bank passbook (student’s name)
  • Recent passport-size photo
  • Previous exam mark sheets
  1. Submit the form and download the application receipt for tracking.

Important Dates (Tentative for 2025):

  • Application Starts: July 2025
  • Last Date to Apply: September 2025
  • Disbursement: Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) to student’s bank account

Final Tip:

Make sure to link your Aadhaar with your bank account before applying to avoid payment delays. Also, check the status regularly on the e-Kalyan portal under “Student Login”.

If you need help filling the form or finding your college eligibility, just comment below — I’m here to help!

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