Krishi Vidya Nidhi Yojana is one of Odisha’s most helpful scholarship schemes for students pursuing professional, technical, and higher education courses. Launched by the Agriculture & FE Department, Government of Odisha, the scheme supports students belonging to SC, ST, OBC/SEBC, EBC, and General categories.
Its main goal is to reduce the financial burden on students studying Agriculture, Engineering, Medical, Polytechnic, ITI, Nursing, MBA, MCA, and even Ph.D. courses. Students selected under this scheme receive financial support directly in their bank accounts every year.
Highlights of Krishi Vidya Nidhi Yojana 2025
| Key Points | Details |
|---|---|
| Scheme Name | Krishi Vidya Nidhi Yojana [y] (Odisha) |
| Launched By | Agriculture & FE Department, Govt. of Odisha |
| Eligible Categories | SC, ST, OBC/SEBC, EBC & General |
| Eligible Courses | ITI, Diploma, Polytechnic, B.Tech, B.Sc, Agriculture, Nursing, Pharmacy, MBA, Medical, PhD & more |
| Scholarship Amount | ₹10,000 – ₹66,000 per year (depending on course & category) |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | scholarship.odisha.gov.in |
| Last Date to Apply | 30 November 2025 |
| Who Can Apply | Odisha domicile students studying professional courses |
| Payment Method | DBT (Direct Benefit Transfer) |
Eligibility Criteria for Krishi Vidya Nidhi Yojana
Students must meet the following eligibility conditions for Krishi Vidya Nidhi Yojana Scholarship Application:
- Must be an Indian Citizen
- The applicant should be a citizen of India.
- Must be a Resident (Domicile) of Odisha
- Only students belonging to Odisha are eligible.
- Category Eligibility
- SC
- ST
- OBC / SEBC
- EBC
- General
- Course Eligibility
- ITI / ITC
- Polytechnic / Diploma
- Graduate (B.Sc, BBA, BCA, B.Tech, B.Sc Agriculture, Nursing, Pharmacy, etc.)
- Postgraduate (MBA, MCA, M.Tech, M.Sc)
- Ph.D (Research fields)
- Professional courses like MBBS, Dental, AYUSH, Physiotherapy, Veterinary, etc.
- Must be enrolled in a recognized institution
- The college/university must be approved by the Government or relevant council.
Read : NSP Scholarship List 2025
Krishi Vidya Nidhi Yojana Scholarship Documents List
Following documents are required for Krishi Vidya Nidhi Yojana scholarship application [y]:
- For SC / ST / OBC / SEBC Students
- Aadhaar Card
- Caste Certificate
- Residence Certificate
- Passport size photograph
- Ration Card of Parent/Guardian
- Beneficiary ID of Parent/Guardian
- Matriculation Certificate
- Marksheet of last exam passed
- Bank account passbook copy
- For EBC Students
- Aadhaar Card
- Residence Certificate
- Passport size photograph
- Ration Card of Parent/Guardian
- Beneficiary ID
- Matriculation Certificate
- Marksheet
- Bank Passbook Copy
- For General Category Students
- Aadhaar Card
- Residence Certificate
- Passport size photograph
- Ration Card of Parent/Guardian
- Beneficiary ID
- Matriculation Certificate
- Marksheet of last exam
- Bank Passbook copy
Courses Covered Under Krishi Vidya Nidhi Yojana
Scholarship covers a wide range of courses, including:
- Agriculture & Allied Fields
- B.Sc Agriculture
- Fisheries, Forestry
- Horticulture
- Animal Husbandry
- Professional & Technical Courses
- Engineering (B.Tech / M.Tech)
- Medical (MBBS, Dental)
- Nursing
- Pharmacy
- Physiotherapy
- Occupational Therapy
- Para-Medical Courses
- Diploma/ITI
- ITI / ITC
- Polytechnic / Diploma (Engineering & Non-engineering)
- Management & Computer Courses
- BBA, BCA
- MBA, MCA
- Higher Studies
- Postgraduate programs
- Ph.D & Research Programs
Scholarship Benefits & Amount
| Course Level | Amount (Approx.) |
|---|---|
| ITI / Diploma | ₹10,000 – ₹15,000 per year |
| B.Sc, BBA, BCA, Polytechnic | ₹15,000 – ₹20,000 per year |
| Engineering / Medical / Dental / Nursing / MBA / MCA | ₹25,000 – ₹40,000 per year |
| Ph.D / Research | Up to ₹66,000 per year |
How to Apply for Krishi Vidya Nidhi Scholarship Scheme Odisha
STEP 1: Visit Odisha State Scholarship official Portal https://scholarship.odisha.gov.in/
STEP 2: Click on "Krishi Vidya Nidhi Yojana" under available schemes.
Krishi Vidya Nidhi Yojana
STEP 3: Register using Aadhaar/Mobile number.
Krishi Vidya Nidhi Scholarship Scheme Registration
STEP 4: Fill in personal and academic details.
STEP 5: Upload required documents.
STEP 6: Submit the form and download the receipt copy.
Read : Updated National Scholarship Eligible List 2025 with Amount Details