The Andhra Pradesh (AP) Post‑Matric Scholarship Scheme launched by the Government of Andhra Pradesh for eligible students from SC, ST, BC, EBC, Kapu, Minority, and differently-abled communities. It fully supports education from ITI, Polytechnic, Degree levels up to BTech, Medicine, and PhD, on a saturation basis-meaning all eligible students get covered
Full fee Reimbursement, partial fee Reimbursement
The primary aim is to alleviate financial barriers by reimbursing academic fees and providing maintenance support (lodging, food, study materials) to eligible students enrolled in ITI, Polytechnic, Undergraduate, and Higher Education programmes in government, aided, or private colleges/universities affiliated to the state 
Post-Matric Scholarship in Andhra Pradesh (AP)
What is Post-Matric Scholarship in AP?
The Post Matric Scholarship Scheme in Andhra Pradesh is a fee reimbursement and maintenance allowance scheme for students belonging to economically weaker sections, particularly from SC, ST, BC, Minority, Kapu, EBC, and Disabled categories, who pursue education beyond Class 10.
Eligibility Criteria:
- Domicile: Must be a resident of Andhra Pradesh.
- Education: Must have passed 10th (SSC) and be studying Intermediate, Degree, PG, ITI, Polytechnic, Professional or Technical courses.
- Attendance: Minimum 75% attendance in each quarter is mandatory.
- Income Limit:
-   – SC/ST: Family income should be less than ₹2.5 lakh/year.
-   – BC/EBC/Kapu/Minorities: Income should be less than ₹1 lakh/year.
-   – Disabled students: Income should be less than ₹1 lakh/year.
What It Covers:
1. Tuition Fee Reimbursement (RTF):
Full or partial fee reimbursement for eligible students in government-aided, private unaided, and professional colleges.
2. Maintenance Allowance (MTF):
Monthly allowance for hostel or day scholar expenses.
- Example:
-  – Degree students: ₹500–₹750/month
-  – Professional courses: ₹1000–₹1500/month
- Documents Required:
- – Aadhar card
- – SSC certificate
- – Caste certificate
- – Income certificate (MeeSeva)
- – Bank passbook (student’s name)
- – Bonafide certificate (for last 7 years)
- – Latest passport-size photo
- – Mobile number linked to Aadhar
How to Apply:
Visit the official website: https://jnanabhumi.ap.gov.in
Steps:
1. Register via Jnanabhumi portal.
2. Fill and submit J-SAF (Scholarship Application Form) online.
3. College principal verifies and submits it digitally.
4. Track application status on the same portal.
Important Timeline:
Usually applications open shortly after admissions (July–October), and payments are disbursed quarterly or biannually.
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