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Latest News02 Jul 20263 min readBy Sarkari247 Editorial Desk

Odisha Free Education: Gyanodaya Scheme

Odisha Government has approved the Gyanodaya Scheme providing free education from KG to PG. Check details here about this scheme and its benefits.

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Odisha Free Education: Gyanodaya Scheme

The Odisha state government has taken a significant step towards providing free education to all students from KG to PG. The Gyanodaya scheme, also known as 'Jnanodaya

  • Prosperity through Education', aims to ensure equal opportunities for education for every child and youth of Odisha, irrespective of their economic background.

Gyanodaya Scheme: Overview

Authority / BoardOdisha State Government
Vacancy/Post NameStudents from KG to PG
Advt No. / Cycle2026-27 academic year
Selection ProcessEligible students enrolled in regular courses
Official Websiteodisha.gov.in

Important Dates & Schedule

EventDate
Implementation of Gyanodaya Scheme2026-27 academic year
Expenditure approvedRs. 895.57 Crore in the first year and Rs. 5,467.55 Crore in the next five years

Eligibility

Criteria & Vacancy Details

  • The scheme will cover students from classes 9 to 12 along with those pursuing undergraduate and postgraduate courses in State Public Universities, Government Colleges and Government-aided colleges.
  • Over 32 lakh students annually are expected to benefit from this scheme, especially those belonging to economically weaker and disadvantaged backgrounds.

How to Apply Online

  1. The scheme is applicable to students enrolled in regular courses in Government and Government-aided institutions.
  2. Self-financing courses, unaided institutions, PPP-mode institutions, and professional and technical programmes are not included in this scheme.
  3. Students do not need to apply separately for the scheme, as it will be automatically applicable to eligible students.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the Gyanodaya Scheme?

A: The Gyanodaya Scheme, also known as 'Jnanodaya

  • Prosperity through Education', is an initiative by the Odisha state government to provide free education to all students from KG to PG.

Q: Who is eligible for the Gyanodaya Scheme?

A: The scheme is applicable to students enrolled in regular courses in Government and Government-aided institutions, covering students from classes 9 to 12 and those pursuing undergraduate and postgraduate courses.

Q: What are the benefits of the Gyanodaya Scheme?

A: The scheme aims to increase student enrollment, reduce dropout rates, and improve retention in schools and colleges, encouraging higher education among the youth.

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#Odisha Government#Gyanodaya Scheme#Free Education#KG to PG#Government-Aided Institutions

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