Government of Odisha has started online applications for the Odisha Laptop Scheme 2025 under the Godavarish Vidyarthi Protsahan Yojana (GVPY Laptop DBT). Under this scheme, the state government of Odisha is providing ₹30,000 financial assistance to eligible students for purchasing a laptop. Applications for the laptop scheme are open from 1st July 2025. Students who have passed their 12th exam or equivalent in 2025 can check their eligibility and apply online for this laptop scheme of Odisha government before the last date.
What is Godavarish Vidyarthi Protsahan Yojana or Odisha Laptop Scheme?
Godavarish Vidyarthi Protsahan Yojana (Laptop DBT) is a flagship scheme being run by the Higher Education Department, Odisha. Since 2013, Odisha has been supporting meritorious students by distributing laptops. From 2020-21, the scheme changed to a Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) mode, where eligible students get ₹30,000 directly in their bank account instead of a physical laptop.
- The scheme aims to support 15,000 meritorious students every year from various categories and streams.
- The purpose is to help students become digitally empowered and continue their higher studies smoothly.
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Highlights of Odisha Laptop Scheme 2025
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Scheme Name | Godavarish Vidyarthi Protsahan Yojana (Laptop DBT) |
| Financial Assistance | ₹30,000 per year |
| Total Beneficiaries | 15,000 students |
| Application Window | 1 July 2025 to 21 July 2025 |
| Application Website | scholarship.odisha.gov.in |
| Eligibility List | Published on dhe.odisha.gov.in |
| Payment Mode | Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) |
| Last Date | 21 July 2025 |
| Eligible Courses | Multiple Degree, Diploma, Professional, Vocational courses |
Eligibility Criteria for Odisha Laptop Scheme 2025
To apply for the scheme, a student must meet the following conditions:
Who can apply?
- Students from General, SC, ST, OBC/SEBC, EBC categories.
- Students who have successfully passed the Annual Higher Secondary Examination (CHSE Odisha) or Vocational/Upashastri Examination (Sanskrit Board) in 2025.
- The student’s name should appear in the merit list published by the Higher Education Department, Odisha.
- The scheme covers a wide range of courses: Plus 3, B.Tech, B.Sc., B.Com., BBA, BCA, Medical, Engineering, Diploma, Integrated courses, Vocational, Law, Management, Arts, Science, Commerce, Hotel Management, Pharmacy, Social Work, Fashion Design, and many more.
Income Criteria
- There is no specific family income limit mentioned for the year 2025 in the official documents. All meritorious students from the published list can apply.
Other Requirements
- The applicant must have an Aadhaar card and a mobile number linked to Aadhaar.
- The applicant must have a bank account seeded (NPCI mapped) with Aadhaar to receive the amount via DBT.
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How are Beneficiaries Selected?
- The selection is merit-based: Only those students whose names appear in the official merit list (based on stream, block/ULB, and category) are eligible to apply.
- The selection list is created using pass-out data received from CHSE Odisha and SJSV Puri.
- Block/ULB-wise distribution is done to ensure representation from all areas.
- Generally, students with 60% and above marks are considered for the merit list, but cut-offs may vary as per allocation and stream.
Required Documents
- Aadhaar Card (self-attested copy)
- Passport size photograph
- Marksheet of the last exam passed (12th Board/Vocational/Upashastri)
- Bank account details (only if required for updating/seeding)
Courses Covered
The Odisha laptop scheme covers a vast list of undergraduate, postgraduate, diploma, and professional courses as following:
- Plus 3
- Accountancy
- Agriculture & Allied Sciences
- Animal Husbandary
- Applied Art & Craft
- Architecture
- Ayurvedic
- B. Ed.
- B. Sc. Technical/Professional
- B. Tech. and M. Tech. Dual Degree
- Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA)
- Bachelor of Computer Application (BCA)
- Bachelor of tourism & Hospitality management
- BVA ( Bachelor in Visual Art )
- Computer-A LEVEL
- Computer-O LEVEL
- Craftsmanship Certificate in Hotel Management
- Dental
- Diploma in Hotel Management
- Doctoral
- Engineering – B.Tech Course
- Fashion Design
- Fashion Technology
- Fishery
- Forestry
- Homeopathy
- Hotel Management
- Hotel Management (PG)
- I.T.I. / I.T.C.
- IGNOU Diploma and Certificate courses
- Integrated Bachler in Science
- Integrated BED
- Integrated BED-MED
- Integrated M. Com
- Integrated M.A.
- Integrated M.Sc B. Ed
- Integrated M.Sc.
- Integrated Master in Science
- Integrated MBA
- Integrated MCA
- Interior Design
- Journalism
- Law
- Library Science
- M. A.
- M. Com.
- M. Ed.
- M. Phill
- M. Sc Tech
- M. Sc.
- M. Sc. Technical/Professional
- M. Tech.
- Management
- Master in Computer Application (MCA)
- Master in Finance & Control (MFC)
- Master in Social Work ( MSW)/ Master in Social Management
- Master in Visual Arts
- Master of Business Administration (MBA)
- Medical
- Multimedia and Animation
- Nursing
- Occupational Therapy
- OSOU Diploma and Certificate courses
- Para-Medical
- Performing Arts
- PG DIPLOMA
- PGDCA
- Ph.D
- Pharmacy
- Physical Education
- Physiotherapy
- Polytechnic/ Diploma
- Prosthetics and Orthotics
- Public Health
- SFC
- Social Works
- Special Education
- Teacher Training
- Textile Design
- Tourism/Travel
- Tourism/Travel Management
- Vocational Education
- Yoga
Scholarship Amount
- Every selected student will get ₹30,000 directly in their Aadhaar-linked bank account.
- The scholarship is given as a one-time, annual assistance.
- This amount is the same for boys, girls, and transgender students.
Odisha Laptop Scheme Start & Last Date
- Start Date: 1 July 2025
- Last Date: 21 July 2025
Step-by-Step Online Application Process for Odisha Laptop Scheme
Before applying online for Odisha Laptop DBT scheme.
- Visit dhe.odisha.gov.in to check the published beneficiary/merit list.
- Only those whose names appear can apply.
- Ensure your Aadhaar is active, your mobile number is linked to Aadhaar, and your bank account is NPCI mapped (Aadhaar seeded).
Apply Online
Firstly, visit the official Scholarship portal of Odisha government at scholarship.odisha.gov.in.
Click “Schemes” in the main menu and the click on “Apply Now” button under the “Godavarish Vidyarthi Protsahan Yojana (LAPTOP DBT)” section.
if you are a new user. Click on “Register Now” button.
Accept the terms and conditions and click on “Proceed” button.
Enter your Aadhaar number and click “Get OTP“, then verify the OTP and fill all other details in the student registration form.
Existing users can login directly. After successful login, again click on the apply now button under the scheme name on the schemes page of the Odisha scholarships portal.
Fill all the required details and attach all details in the Odisha Laptop DBT scheme online form and submit it.
Your application is complete. You can wait and check status of your application by logging into the scholarship portal.
Contact Details
FAQs
Can I apply if my name is not in the merit list?
No, only students listed in the official merit list are eligible.
Can I apply if I am already getting another scholarship?
Yes, you can apply and avail benefits under this scheme, even if you are receiving benefits from other department schemes.
What if my bank account is not Aadhaar linked?
You must visit your bank and get your account Aadhaar seeded/NPCI mapped before applying.
I lost my Aadhaar-linked mobile number. What to do?
Visit the nearest Aadhaar enrollment center or Aadhaar Seva Kendra to update your mobile number.
Whom to contact for help?
For any queries, call the Sanjog Helpline: 155335 / 1800-345-6770 or 0674-2954600 (9:00 AM – 5:00 PM on working days), or email laptopdbt2024@gmail.com