AP ePASS Scholarship Portal
Access Post-Matric and Pre-Matric scholarships, tuition fee reimbursement (RTF), and maintenance fees (MTF) application guides on the official Andhra Pradesh Jnanabhumi portal.
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📖 How to Check AP ePASS Scholarship Status
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Visit Jnanabhumi Portal
Access jnanabhumi.ap.gov.in or the official AP ePASS portal.
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Click Student Login
Log in with your User ID (Aadhaar Number) and Password.
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Select Application Status
Click on the "Application Status" or "Scholarship Status" link on the sidebar menu.
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Verify Registration Details
Select your application ID and choose the relevant academic year.
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Check Status & Fund Releases
Review college verification progress, department approval, and bank remittance records on the screen.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is AP ePASS (Jnanabhumi) Scholarship?▼
AP ePASS is an electronic payment and application system of scholarships introduced by the Government of Andhra Pradesh to provide financial assistance to students belonging to SC, ST, BC, EBC, Minority, and Kapu categories for pursuing Post-Matric courses.
How can I check my AP ePASS scholarship status online?▼
You can check your status by visiting the official Jnanabhumi portal (jnanabhumi.ap.gov.in). Log in using your Student ID and Password, navigate to the Application Status section, and input your academic year to view current processing stages.
Who is eligible to apply for AP Post Matric Scholarships?▼
Students belonging to SC/ST categories with a family annual income of less than Rs. 2.5 Lakhs, and BC/EBC/Kapu/Minority students with a family annual income of less than Rs. 2 Lakhs (or as per revised government mandates) pursuing recognized higher education are eligible.
What documents are required for AP ePASS Fresh registration?▼
The mandatory documents include: 1. SSC (10th) Hall Ticket Number, 2. Aadhaar Card, 3. Caste Certificate, 4. Income Certificate issued by Meeseva, 5. Bank Account Passbook front page, 6. Passport size photo, and 7. Fee receipt & Bonafide Certificate from college.
How to retrieve a forgotten AP ePASS student password?▼
Click on the "Forgot Password" link on the Jnanabhumi/ePASS login page, enter your Aadhaar number, registered mobile number, and date of birth. An OTP will be sent to verify identity and reset your password.
Is Aadhaar biometric authentication mandatory for AP Scholarships?▼
Yes, both student and college principal biometric authentication (e-KYC) are mandatory to process and sanction the AP Post Matric Scholarship and Fee Reimbursement amounts.
What is the difference between RTF and MTF in AP ePASS?▼
RTF (Reimbursement of Tuition Fee) is the tuition fee directly paid to the colleges, whereas MTF (Maintenance Fee/Mess Charges) is the pocket money or hostel charges credited directly to the student’s bank account.
AP ePASS (Jnanabhumi) Scholarship Comprehensive Portal Guide
The AP ePASS (Electronic Payment and Application System of Scholarships) and Jnanabhumi portalare the official online systems managed by the Department of Social Welfare, Government of Andhra Pradesh. These platforms streamline the post-matric and pre-matric scholarship processes, ensuring quick disbursement of education funds and tuition fees.
Types of Scholarships Available
The AP welfare department offers two primary scholarship benefits to eligible students:
- Reimbursement of Tuition Fee (RTF): Fully reimburses the college tuition fee. Paid directly to the educational institution's account on behalf of the student.
- Maintenance Fee (MTF): Provides monthly pocket money or mess charges to cover hostel expenses and study materials. This amount is directly credited to the student's Aadhaar-linked bank account.
Who is Eligible to Apply? (Eligibility Standards)
Students enrolled in recognized professional and non-professional courses (Intermediate, Graduation, Post-Graduation, Polytechnic, Engineering, MBBS) must satisfy:
- Caste Categories: Scheduled Castes (SC), Scheduled Tribes (ST), Backward Classes (BC), Economically Backward Classes (EBC), Kapu, and Minorities.
- Income Thresholds: Annual family income must be under Rs. 2.5 Lakhs for SC/ST students, and under Rs. 2.0 Lakhs for BC/EBC/Kapu/Minority categories.
- Attendance: Students must maintain a minimum of 75% attendance in their academic semester to remain eligible.
Mandatory Verification Steps (Biometric e-KYC)
A critical step in the AP scholarship approval pipeline is biometric verification. Students must visit their college administration or a local secretariat to perform biometric authentication. The college principal must also verify and upload bonafides. The status of this workflow can be tracked under the Jnanabhumi citizen dashboard by logging in with the student's Aadhaar credential.