Telangana Scholarships 2026: Complete Guide

Education costs can be a major challenge for students and families. Telangana provides several scholarship and fee-support programmes for eligible students through the ePASS scholarship system and different welfare departments.

The official Telangana ePASS portal currently provides Post-Matric, Pre-Matric and Overseas Scholarship services, along with application status, registration, renewal and other student services. 

For the 2026–27 academic year, the ePASS portal has active fresh-registration information for eligible categories including SC, ST, BC, EBC, Minority and Disabled Welfare students, subject to the applicable rules and verification. 

This guide explains the main Telangana scholarship categories, documents, application process and important points students should know.

Quick Overview

The ePASS portal states that Post-Matric Scholarships cover eligible students from SC, ST, BC, EBC, Minority and physically challenged categories, subject to applicable eligibility rules. 

What Is Telangana ePASS?

ePASS is Telangana’s online scholarship platform used for processing various student scholarship and fee-support services.

The official portal provides:

• Post-Matric Scholarship services
• Pre-Matric Scholarship services
• Overseas Scholarship services
• Application registration
• Renewal
• Application status
• Application printing
• Document upload/edit facilities
• Grievance services
• Scholarship transaction information 

The Telangana State Web Directory also officially lists the ePASS Scholarships Portal as a Telangana government website. 

Telangana Post-Matric Scholarship 2026–27

The Post-Matric Scholarship (PMS) is intended for eligible students studying after matriculation, including Intermediate and higher education.

The official ePASS portal states that the programme covers eligible students from various welfare categories and supports higher education, including professional courses such as engineering, medicine, pharmacy, management and computer-related courses. 

Courses may include

Depending on government eligibility and approved course lists:

• Intermediate
• Degree
• Engineering
• Medicine
• Pharmacy
• MBA
• MCA
• Polytechnic
• PG courses
• Professional courses
• Other approved higher-education programmes

2026–27 Fresh Registration

The official ePASS fresh-registration page currently provides requirements for PMS Fresh Registration 2026–27.

Students should be prepared with information/documents such as:

• SSC Hall Ticket Number
• SSC pass year
• Student Aadhaar
• Caste Certificate from MeeSeva
• Income Certificate from MeeSeva
• Bank account details
• Mobile number
• Seven-year Study/Bonafide Certificate where applicable
• CET allotment order for applicable CET courses
• Passport-size photograph 

The portal specifically states that the Income Certificate should be obtained from MeeSeva after 01-04-2025 for the 2026–27 fresh-registration requirements shown on the portal.

Important Aadhaar Requirement

Aadhaar information is an important part of the ePASS application process.

For the current 2026–27 fresh registration, the portal asks students to provide Aadhaar details and upload the Aadhaar document. 

Students should ensure that their personal information is consistent across:

• Aadhaar
• SSC records
• Scholarship application
• Caste certificate
• Income certificate
• Bank records

Mismatch problems can delay verification.

Pre-Matric Scholarships in Telangana

Pre-Matric scholarships are available for eligible school students under applicable welfare schemes.

The official ePASS portal currently lists Pre-Matric Scholarships for SC/ST/PWD students for 2026–27 and renewal services for eligible SC/ST/BC students. 

Depending on the specific scheme, the eligible classes and conditions may differ.

Students and parents should therefore check the current notification rather than relying on old scholarship amounts or eligibility information.

Telangana Scholarship for Students with Disabilities

Telangana’s Department for Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities provides scholarship programmes for eligible students with disabilities.

The department currently describes:

• Pre-Matric scholarships
• Post-Matric scholarships
• Tuition-fee reimbursement
• Maintenance support
• Travel allowance in applicable cases
• Reader allowance for eligible visually impaired students 

Eligibility and benefit amounts vary according to the student’s course, disability category and applicable government guidelines.

Telangana Fee Reimbursement

Reimbursement of Tuition Fee (RTF) is an important component of eligible scholarship programmes.

The ePASS system explains that eligible students can receive tuition-fee reimbursement according to applicable government rules and approved fee structures. 

Students should understand the difference between:

RTF → Reimbursement of eligible tuition fees

MTF → Maintenance/other scholarship support

The actual amount and eligibility depend on the applicable course, category, college and government rules.

Who Can Apply for Telangana Scholarships?

Eligibility differs by scholarship.

Potential eligibility categories include:

• SC
• ST
• BC
• EBC
• Minority
• Students with disabilities
• Other categories covered by specific schemes

The ePASS portal says Post-Matric Scholarships have been broadened to cover communities within stipulated income limits, subject to the applicable rules. 

Eligibility can depend on:

• Social category
• Family income
• Course
• Institution
• Admission type
• Academic status
• Local/non-local status
• Age
• Government scholarship rules

Therefore, do not assume eligibility solely based on caste or income.

Income Certificate for Telangana Scholarship

An Income Certificate is an important document for many Telangana scholarship applications.

The current 2026–27 ePASS fresh-registration instructions specifically require an Income Certificate obtained from MeeSeva after 01-04-2025. 

If your income certificate is outdated, check the current requirement before beginning the scholarship application.

Caste Certificate Requirement

For applicable scholarship categories, students may need a caste certificate obtained through MeeSeva.

The current ePASS 2026–27 fresh-registration instructions specifically list a Caste Certificate obtained from MeeSeva Centre. 

Make sure the details match the student’s application and other records.

Bank Account Requirements

Bank details are important because scholarship payments and maintenance benefits may be processed electronically.

The current 2026–27 fresh-registration requirements ask students to provide the first page of the bank passbook showing:

• Student name
• Bank account number
• IFSC code
• Bank branch

The portal notes that a bank account is not required for EBC students in the specified fresh-registration instructions. 

Always follow the latest instructions shown during registration.

Seven-Year Study Certificate

The current 2026–27 Post-Matric fresh-registration instructions require a Study/Bonafide Certificate for the last seven consecutive years of study where applicable. 

This information can also become important when determining local-candidate status, particularly where there has been a gap in studies.

How to Apply for Telangana Scholarship 2026–27

Step 1: Check eligibility

Identify your:

• Category
• Course
• College
• Family income
• Academic year
• Scholarship type

Step 2: Prepare certificates

Keep ready:

• Aadhaar
• Caste certificate
• Income certificate
• Study certificate
• Bank passbook
• Passport photograph
• SSC information
• CET allotment order where applicable

Step 3: Register on ePASS

Use the official Telangana ePASS portal and select the appropriate scholarship service.

Step 4: Complete the application

Enter your:

• Personal details
• Aadhaar information
• Caste details
• Course information
• College information
• Study history
• Bank information

Step 5: Upload documents

Upload the documents requested by the portal.

Step 6: Submit

Review all details carefully before final submission.

Step 7: Save application number

Download or print your application/acknowledgement.

Step 8: Complete verification

Some applicants may need Aadhaar biometric authentication at a MeeSeva centre as part of the process. The current ePASS instructions specifically mention biometric authentication for applicable registrations. 

How to Check Telangana Scholarship Status

The official ePASS portal provides Post-Matric Application Status and Pre-Matric Application Status services. 

Keep your application details ready when checking status.

Possible stages can involve:

• Application submission
• College verification
• Department verification
• Document verification
• Scholarship sanction
• Treasury/payment processing
• Disbursement

The exact status terminology can vary.

Telangana Scholarship Renewal

Students who already received a scholarship may need to apply through the Renewal process rather than submitting a fresh application.

The current ePASS portal provides 2026–27 renewal registration services for eligible categories. 

Before applying for renewal, check:

• Previous application details
• Current academic year
• Promotion/pass status
• College/course details
• Required documents
• Any pending verification

Common Reasons for Scholarship Problems

1. Aadhaar name mismatch

The ePASS portal specifically highlights matching Aadhaar and SSC information for applicable registration processes. 

2. Incorrect income certificate

Use the current certificate required by the portal.

3. Wrong bank details

Check account number and IFSC carefully.

4. Missing study certificates

Prepare the required study/bonafide records before registration.

5. Incorrect college/course information

Select the correct institution and course.

6. Documents not uploaded correctly

Follow the portal’s file-format and size requirements.

7. College verification pending

A submitted application may still require verification by the college and relevant authorities.

Telangana Overseas Scholarships

Telangana also provides overseas scholarship programmes through the ePASS ecosystem.

The official portal currently lists Overseas Scholarship Services, including Overseas Scholarship Scheme registration. 

Examples of overseas scholarship programmes associated with Telangana welfare departments include schemes for eligible:

• BC students
• EBC students
• Minority students
• SC students
• ST students
• Other eligible categories

For example, the BC Welfare Department describes the Mahatma Jyothiba Phule Overseas Vidya Nidhi for eligible BC/EBC students pursuing higher education abroad. 

Overseas scholarships have their own eligibility, age, income, test-score and admission requirements.

Scholarship Application Checklist

Before submitting your application, check:

☑ Aadhaar details are correct
☑ SSC information is correct
☑ Caste certificate is valid/current as required
☑ Income certificate meets the current requirement
☑ Bank account details are correct
☑ IFSC is correct
☑ Study/Bonafide certificates are available
☑ College and course are correct
☑ CET allotment order is available if applicable
☑ Photograph meets portal requirements
☑ Mobile number is active
☑ Application number is saved

Telangana Scholarships: Official Links

Telangana ePASS

Official Telangana ePASS Scholarship Portal

ePASS 2026–27 Fresh Registration

Official ePASS 2026–27 Fresh Registration

ePASS Student Services

Official Pre-Matric & Post-Matric Services

Telangana State Web Directory

Official Telangana Government Web Directory

Telangana State Services

Official Telangana State Services

Frequently Asked Questions

When can I apply for Telangana Scholarships 2026–27?

The official ePASS portal is currently providing 2026–27 fresh and renewal registration services for applicable scholarship categories. 

Who can apply for Telangana ePASS?

Eligible students from categories covered by Telangana welfare scholarship programmes can apply, subject to income, course, institution and other conditions.

What documents are needed for ePASS?

Common requirements include Aadhaar, caste certificate, income certificate, study/bonafide certificate, bank details and photograph. The exact requirements depend on the scholarship. 

Is Aadhaar mandatory?

The current ePASS 2026–27 fresh-registration process requires Aadhaar details/document for the applicable registration. 

Can I check my scholarship status online?

Yes. The official ePASS portal provides application-status facilities for Post-Matric and Pre-Matric scholarships. 

What is the difference between Fresh and Renewal?

Fresh is generally for a new scholarship application, while Renewal is for eligible students continuing their scholarship in a subsequent academic year.

Can students from Telangana study in another state and apply?

The ePASS portal provides a specific Other State Scheme registration process for students studying outside Telangana, including students studying in Andhra Pradesh, subject to the applicable conditions. 

Can I apply for an overseas scholarship through ePASS?

Yes, the official ePASS portal provides Overseas Scholarship Services, but overseas programmes have separate eligibility and selection rules. 

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Final Takeaway

For students in Telangana, ePASS is one of the most important online platforms for state scholarship services.

For the 2026–27 academic year, students should pay particular attention to:

Aadhaar → Caste Certificate → Income Certificate → Study Certificate → Bank Details → College/Course Details → ePASS Registration → Verification → Status

Requirements differ between Pre-Matric, Post-Matric, Overseas and other scholarship programmes, so always check the latest official notification before applying.

TopTelangana helps students discover and understand Telangana education services, while final eligibility and applications should always be verified through official government portals