ℹ️ YojanaSahay is a free, independent guide — not a government website. We never ask for money or OTP. Apply only on the official .gov.in website.

Odisha · Disability / Scholarship

Banishree Scholarship — Students with Disabilities (Odisha)

Also known as: Banishree Scholarship — Students with Disabilities · Banishree Scholarship · Banishree Scholarship Odisha · बाणीश्री छात्रवृत्ति — दिव्यांग छात्र

Odisha SSEPD Department
Benefit
₹400/month (Class 1–5), ₹500 (Class 6–10), ₹600–₹700 (+2 / +3), ₹700 (PG, technical / vocational); extra reader allowance for visually impaired and transport allowance for some.

A monthly scholarship for students with 40% or more disability, from Class 1 to post-graduation.

At a glance

SchemeBanishree Scholarship — Students with Disabilities (Odisha)
ForDisability / Scholarship
WhereOdisha
Yearly value (approx.)₹6,000
DepartmentOdisha SSEPD Department
How to applyOnline
Info checked2026-10-16

Who Can Apply

In short — check the official website for the full rules.

Required Documents

How to Apply

Apply online on the official government website (link below).

Open in YojanaSahay App & Check Eligibility → or browse all schemes Visit Official Government Website ↗

More schemes — Odisha

See all 16 schemes →

Browse similar schemes

Frequently asked questions

Who can apply for Banishree Scholarship — Students with Disabilities (Odisha)?

Students of Odisha with 40% or more disability, in a recognised school, college or training institute. Family income up to ₹60,000 a year; parents not income-tax payers. Not getting another scholarship for the same purpose.

What is the benefit of Banishree Scholarship — Students with Disabilities (Odisha)?

₹400/month (Class 1–5), ₹500 (Class 6–10), ₹600–₹700 (+2 / +3), ₹700 (PG, technical / vocational); extra reader allowance for visually impaired and transport allowance for some. (about ₹6,000 a year)

What documents are needed for Banishree Scholarship — Students with Disabilities (Odisha)?

Disability Certificate (40%+) / UDID card, Income Certificate (not needed for BPL), Odisha Residence Certificate, Institution enrolment proof, Aadhaar Card, Bank Account.

How do I apply for Banishree Scholarship — Students with Disabilities (Odisha)?

Apply online on the official website: https://scholarship.odisha.gov.in/

How can I check if I am eligible for Banishree Scholarship — Students with Disabilities (Odisha)?

Answer a few simple questions on YojanaSahay — it tells you free of cost which schemes you qualify for, with the documents for each.

Similar schemes in other states & Central

Official link last checked: 2026-10-16