The Odisha government provides many welfare schemes for students, and one of the most popular ones is the Godabarisha Vidyarthi Protsahana Yojana 2024. Through this program, free laptops are given to eligible 12th-grade students across various communities, including SC, ST, OBC, General, SBC, and EBC. Instead of directly providing laptops, the government deposits ₹30,000 into the bank accounts of selected students, which can be used to purchase a laptop. Students interested in applying can do so online on the Odisha State Scholarship Portal at scholarship.odisha.gov.in.
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Godabarisha Vidyarthi Protsahana Yojana Overview
- Scheme Name: Godabarisha Vidyarthi Protsahana Yojana
- Launched By: Odisha Government
- Location: Odisha
- Date of Launch: 2013
- Main Benefit: ₹30,000 deposited for a laptop
- Eligible Beneficiaries: SC, ST, OBC, General, SBC, and EBC students
- Administered By: Odisha State Scholarship Portal
- Application Mode: Online
- Official Website: Odisha State Scholarship Portal
Objective of the Scheme
The primary goal of the Godabarisha Vidyarthi Protsahana Yojana is to financially assist students in buying laptops. The program enables students to purchase a laptop, which can help with their studies and skill development.
Eligibility Criteria
To apply for this program, students must meet the following requirements:
- Residence: Must be a native of Odisha.
- Community: Must belong to SC, ST, OBC, General, SBC, or EBC communities.
- Academic Requirement: Must have passed either:
- Sri Jagannath Sanskrit University (SJSV) Upshastri Examination, or
- Higher Secondary Examination (Science, Arts, Commerce, or Vocational) by CHSE, Odisha, in the specified academic year.
Benefits of Godabarisha Vidyarthi Protsahana Yojana
- Financial Aid: 12th-grade students receive ₹30,000 in their bank accounts for laptop purchase.
- Beneficiary Count: Each year, 15,000 students benefit from this scheme.
- Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT): Since 2020–21, the program has transitioned to DBT, with funds sent directly to students' accounts.
Required Documents
To apply, students need to submit the following documents:
- Proof of Address
- Aadhaar Card
- Marksheet or Certificate of Last Exam Passed
- Bank Account Statement
- Passport-Sized Photo
- Mobile Number
Important Dates
- Last Date to Apply: October 28, 2024
Financial Aid Summary
- Amount: ₹30,000
- Purpose: To buy a laptop for study and skill development
- Mode of Payment: Direct transfer to student bank accounts
Number of Beneficiaries
Each year, 15,000 students from the state receive a one-time payment of ₹30,000 for laptop purchases.
Eligible Courses for Godabarisha Vidyarthi Protsahana Yojana
The scheme supports students in a wide variety of fields. Here are some of the eligible courses:
• Accountancy
• Agriculture & Allied Sciences
• Animal Husbandary
• Applied Art & Craft
• Architecture
• Ayurvedic
• B. Ed.
• B. Sc. Technical/Professional
• B. Tech. and M. Tech. Dual Degree
• Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA)
• Bachelor of Computer Application (BCA)
• Bachelor of tourism & Hospitality management
• BVA ( Bachelor in Visual Art )
• Computer-A LEVEL
• Computer-O LEVEL
• Craftsmanship Certificate in Hotel Management
• Dental
• Diploma in Hotel Management
• Doctoral
• Engineering – B.Tech Course
• Fashion Design
• Fashion Technology
• Fishery
• Forestry
• Homeopathy
• Hotel Management
• Hotel Management (PG)
• I.T.I. / I.T.C.
• IGNOU Diploma and Certificate courses
• Integrated Bachler in Science
• Integrated BED
• Integrated BED-MED
• Integrated M. Com
• Integrated M.A.
• Integrated M.Sc B. Ed
• Integrated M.Sc.
• Integrated Master in Science
• Integrated MBA
• Integrated MCA
• Interior Design
• Journalism
• Law
• Library Science
• M. A.
• M. Com.
• M. Ed.
• M. Phill
• M. Sc Tech
• M. Sc.
• M. Sc. Technical/Professional
• M. Tech.
• Management
• Master in Computer Application (MCA)
• Master in Finance & Control (MFC)
• Master in Social Work ( MSW)/ Master in Social Management
• Master in Visual Arts
• Master of Business Administration (MBA)
• Medical
• Multimedia and Animation
• Nursing
• Occupational Therapy
• OSOU Diploma and Certificate courses
• Para-Medical
• Performing Arts
• PG DIPLOMA
• PGDCA
• Ph.D
• Pharmacy
• Physical Education
• Physiotherapy
• Polytechnic/ Diploma
• Prosthetics and Orthotics
• Public Health
• SFC
• Social Works
• Special Education
• Teacher Training
• Textile Design
• Tourism/Travel
• Tourism/Travel Management
• Vocational Education
• Yoga 
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Steps to Apply for Godabarisha Vidyarthi Protsahana Yojana
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Register on the Portal:
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New users: Click on "Registration" and enter your Aadhaar number and mobile number.
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Existing users: Click on "Login" to proceed.
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Receive Login Details:
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Check your registered mobile or email for your User ID and Password.
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Log In: Use the received User ID and Password to log in.
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Select GVPY Program:
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Choose Godabarisha Vidyarthi Protsahana Yojana (GVPY) from the scholarship list.
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Complete Registration:
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Click "Register" and fill in the required information.
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Upload Required Documents:
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Attach necessary documents such as Aadhaar, proof of address, etc.
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Submit Application:
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Review your details and click Submit.
Login Process for Godabarisha Vidyarthi Protsahana Yojana
- Visit the Odisha State Scholarship Portal.
- Click on Login.
- Select Student Login.
- Enter your username and password.
- Complete the security verification and click on Sign In to access your profile.
Contact Details
- Department: School & Mass Education Department, Government of Odisha
- Location: Bhubaneswar-751001
- Phone: 155335 / 1800-345-6770
- Email: scholarshipsmed@gmail.com
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is GVPY 2024?
The scheme offers free laptops (in the form of ₹30,000 financial aid) to eligible 12th-grade students in Odisha.
- Who is eligible for GVPY?
Students from SC, ST, OBC, General, SBC, and EBC communities in Odisha who have passed certain qualifying exams.
- How to apply?
Eligible students can apply online at scholarship.odisha.gov.in.
- How is the money given?
The funds are transferred directly to students’ bank accounts as Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).For more details and to apply, visit the official Odisha State Scholarship Portal.