The Government of Andhra Pradesh State has recently launched an impactful Scholarship Program named Andhra Pradesh Electronic Payment and Application System of Scholarships (AP ePass) also known as AP ePass Scholarship under which the Government aims to provide financial help as Scholarships to all the students belonging to Scheduled Castes (SC), Scheduled Tribes (ST), Backward Classes (BC), Economically Backward Classes (EBC), Minorities, and Disabled categories enabling them to get access for further studies without any financial constraints of higher education. All those students who are eligible and wish to get benefits through this scholarship program can visit the Official Website and fill out the application form online.
About AP ePass Scholarship
The Government of Andhra Pradesh has launched this remarkable scholarship program known as AP ePass Scholarship under which the Government aims to provide financial assistance as Scholarships to all the underprivileged students belonging to Scheduled Castes (SC), Scheduled Tribes (ST), Backward Classes (BC), Economically Backward Classes (EBC), Minorities, Kapu, and Disabled communities in Andhra Pradesh. With the help of this initiative, the underprivileged students will get access to pursue higher education without any financial constraints. The financial benefits will be provided directly to the students’ bank accounts by the Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) process.
Short Highlights of AP ePass Scholarship
| Purpose | Provides scholarships and fee reimbursement to help eligible students afford education. |
| Target Audience | Students in Andhra Pradesh from SC, ST, BC, EBC, Kapu, Minority, and Differently Abled categories. |
| Scholarship Types | Includes Pre-Matric, Post-Matric, Overseas scholarships, and more. |
| Eligibility Criteria | Academic: Must have passed 10th (SSC) and be pursuing further education. Attendance: Requires a minimum of 75% attendance. Domicile: Must be a permanent resident of Andhra Pradesh. |
| Income Limits | Varies by category: less than ₹2.5 lakh/year for SC/ST and less than ₹1 lakh/year for BC/EBC/Kapu/Minorities/Disabled Students. |
| Benefits | Covers Tuition Fee Reimbursement (RTF) and Maintenance Allowance (MTF). |
| Application Process | Apply online through the Jnanabhumi portal by submitting the J-SAF (Scholarship Application Form). |
| Verification | Applications and documents undergo physical verification by college principals and officers. |
Important Dates of AP ePass Scholarship
| Application Start | July – August |
| Application Deadline | Aug 31st – Oct 31st |
| Institute Verification | Within 1 month of college reopening or until November 15th (for some schemes) |
| Scholarship Disbursement | Quarterly or Bi-annually |
| Biometric KYC | May be mandatory for some schemes |
Eligibility Criteria
- Applicant must be a permanent resident of Andhra Pradesh state.
- Applicant must belong to to Scheduled Castes (SC), the Scheduled Tribes (ST), the Backward Classes (BC), the Economically Backward Classes (EBC), or the Disabled Welfare (DW) categories.
- Students must be studying in Class 11 (Intermediate) to Post-Graduation (PG) level, including Degree, ITI, Polytechnic, Professional, and Technical courses.
- Applicants must obtain a minimum attendance of 75%.
- Annual Income of Applicants’ Families should not exceed INR 2 Lakh.
Selection Process
Online Application Submission- Students will submit the Online Application under this scholarship scheme.
Institute Verification- Now the recognized institutes will verify your application and credentials.
Field Officer Verification- Verification Officers, conducted by the District Collector, will visit the Institutes.
Welfare Officer Scrutiny- Welfare Officer will review and verify the details submitted by the College and Field officer.
Scholarship Sanction and Disbursement- Once the application is approved, the students will receive the financial benefits.
Documents Required
- Aadhar Card
- SSC Certificate
- Caste Certificate
- Income Certificate
- Bank Passbook
- Bonafide certificate (From the Last 7 years)
- Passport-Sized Photo
- Mobile Number
AP ePass Scholarship Apply Online
- Applicants have to visit the official website at https://epass.apcfss.in.
- Now, on the homepage, you have to click on the Student Services option.
- First, you need to do the Registration and then continue.
- After completing the registration successfully, you have to log in by entering your Username & password.
- Now you have to click on the Application Form option.
- Then you have to enter all the required details in the Application Form, such as personal details, academic details, and bank account details.
- After that, you have to upload all the required documents to the form.
- At Last, you have to recheck the form and click on the Submit button.
FAQ’s
What is AP ePass Scholarship?
A system for online scholarship applications and disbursement for underprivileged students in Andhra Pradesh.
Who is eligible?
AP resident students (SC, ST, BC, EBC, DW categories) studying Intermediate to PG, meeting attendance and income criteria.
How do you apply?
Apply online via the official AP ePass portal (epass.apcfss.in).
What documents are needed?
Aadhaar, Caste, Income, Bonafide, SSC Certificates, Bank Passbook, Photo.
What are the deadlines?
Deadlines vary by scheme; check the official AP ePass website.
How is the scholarship disbursed?
Directly to the student’s bank account via DBT.
What are RTF and MTF?
RTF: Reimbursement of Tuition Fee (paid to college); MTF: Maintenance Fees/Mess Charges (paid to student).
Can you apply for another scholarship?
No, students with other scholarships are generally ineligible.
How do you check your application status?
Check the status on the AP ePass portal using your Application ID.
Can the scholarship be cancelled?
Yes, for reasons like false info, poor performance, or non-compliance.
Are there attendance requirements?
Yes, 75% minimum attendance at the end of each quarter is required.
What’s the college’s role?
The college principal verifies applications and submits them to the Social Welfare Department.
Why might an application be rejected?
Reasons include incorrect details, missing documents, or not meeting eligibility.
Lavina Choudhary
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