Bihar Student Credit Card Scheme
in Bihar
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Key dates and updates (Bihar)
Nationwide and Bihar-specific milestones. Verify on the official portal before you apply.
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Scheme launch |
Bihar Student Credit Card Scheme in Bihar
Bihar Student Credit Card Scheme is a government scheme available to eligible residents of Bihar.
Apply for Bihar Student Credit Card Scheme in Bihar
Scheme Overview
The Bihar Government launched the Bihar Student Credit Card (BSCC) scheme to provide financial aid to applicants to complete their higher education.
Eligibility Criteria
The applicant must be a resident of Bihar state and should be at least 25 years.
The applicant must have passed the class 12th.
The applicant must get admission to a course in an authorized institute.
The applicant must complete the entire course.
Benefits
The eligible students will get the following benefits under this scheme:-
A maximum loan amount of ₹4 lakh.
Loan can be availed for polytechnic, technical and general courses.
This assistance may be utilized for purchasing of books and laptops or pay any kind of fees.
Repayment of the loan starts once the course has been completed and student have secured a job.
The interest rate of the loan is 1% for Divyang, transgender, and girl students.
The recovery procedures are flexible since the loan is government-owned.
Required Documents
| # | Document |
|---|---|
| 1 | Filled common application form |
| 2 | Aadhar card |
| 3 | Pan card |
| 4 | Xth and XIIth mark sheet and certificate |
| 5 | Copies of the letter conferring scholarship (If available) |
| 6 | Approved course structure |
| 7 | Proof of admission |
| 8 | Fee schedule |
| 9 | Photographs |
| 10 | Previous year’s income certificate |
| 11 | Previous two year’s income tax return |
| 12 | Previous six months’ bank statement |
| 13 | Proof of residence (Passport, ID, driving license, Voter ID) |
| 14 | Tax receipt |
Common questions in Bihar
Who can apply for Bihar Student Credit Card Scheme in Bihar?
Eligible residents of Bihar who meet the scheme’s overall criteria can apply for Bihar Student Credit Card Scheme. Refer to the eligibility section above for the complete checklist.
What documents are required for Bihar Student Credit Card Scheme in Bihar?
Applicants in Bihar typically need identity proof (Aadhaar), state residency proof, bank account details, and any scheme-specific documents listed in the documents section.
What are the important dates for Bihar Student Credit Card Scheme?
Key dates are summarized in the table on this page, from 2 October 2016 through 2 October 2016, based on values DeshSeva currently stores for this item.
Frequently Asked Questions
Bihar govt. had decided to set up an Education Finance Corporation for loan disbursement to students under BSCC Scheme.