NTR Vidyonnathi Scheme 2025

The NTR Vidyonnathi Scheme 2025, administered by the Andhra Pradesh government, aims to empower students from economically and socially disadvantaged communities—Scheduled Castes (SC), Scheduled Tribes (ST), Backward Classes (BC), Kapu, Brahmin, Minority, and Economically Backward Classes (EBC)—by providing financial assistance and professional coaching for higher education and competitive examinations, particularly the UPSC Civil Services Examination (Prelims and Mains).

Launched to promote social and economic upliftment, the scheme offers up to INR 1,50,000 for nine months of coaching at reputed institutes, along with a INR 10,000 stipend for books, stationery, and lodging, and a one-time travel allowance of INR 2,000. The program, managed through the Jnanabhumi portal (jnanabhumi.ap.gov.in), ensures transparency and efficiency in application, selection, and fund disbursement. Approximately 65,000 students apply annually, with at least 500 selected based on merit through a common online entrance test. The scheme reserves 33% of seats for women and 3% for differently-abled candidates, fostering inclusivity.

To be eligible for the NTR Vidyonnathi Scheme 2025, applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Residency: Permanent resident of Andhra Pradesh.

• Community: Belong to SC, ST, BC, Kapu, Brahmin, Minority, or EBC communities.

• Educational Qualification: Hold a bachelor’s degree from a recognized university/institute (state or central government) or be in the final year of a graduate program.

• Age Limit:

  • 21–37 years for SC/ST candidates.

  • 21–35 years for BC candidates.

  • 21–32 years for Kapu, Brahmin, Minority, and EBC candidates.

  • Up to 42 years for differently-abled candidates (VH/HH/OH) as of August 1, 2025.

• Income Limit: Annual family income must not exceed INR 2,00,000 (some sources indicate INR 6,00,000 for certain communities; verify with official notification).

• Examination: Must appear for and pass a common online entrance test conducted by Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University (JNTU), Kakinada, or Ananthapuramu, for Civil Services coaching applicants.

• Exclusions:

  • Candidates benefiting from other government scholarships are ineligible.

  • Previous NTR Vidyonnathi Scheme recipients cannot reapply.

  • Not applicable for students pursuing non-Civil Services-related higher education without coaching.

• Financial Assistance for Civil Services Coaching:

  • Coaching Fee: Up to INR 1,50,000 for 9–12 months of professional coaching (Prelims-cum-Mains) at reputed institutes, directly credited to the institute’s account.

  • Stipend: INR 10,000 (for 9 months) to cover books, stationery, and lodging expenses, disbursed in two installments:

    • First installment: After institute verification of the student’s report.

    • Second installment: Upon completion of the coaching program.

  • Travel Allowance: One-time payment of INR 2,000 for the entire course period.

• Financial Assistance for Higher Education:

  • INR 10,000 for books, stationery, and lodging, directly transferred to the student’s bank account in two installments.

• Disbursement: Funds are transferred via the Jnanabhumi portal for transparency, with coaching fees paid to institutes and stipends to students’ bank accounts.

• Duration: Non-renewable, covering one academic year or coaching period.

• Note: Total financial aid cannot exceed the cost of attendance. Candidates must report external funding to avoid over-awarding. At least 33% of awards are reserved for women, and 3% for differently-abled candidates.

The application process for the NTR Vidyonnathi Scheme 2025 is fully online via the Jnanabhumi portal (jnanabhumi.ap.gov.in). Follow these steps:

1. Visit Official Website: Go to jnanabhumi.ap.gov.in or https://apgpcet.apcfss.in/Vidyonnathi/.

2. New Registration:

   • Click “New Registration” on the homepage.

   • Enter Aadhaar number for identity verification.

3. Complete Application Form:

   • Fill in personal details (name, parent/guardian name, date of birth, gender, mobile number, address, ration card number, etc.).

   • Provide academic details (bachelor’s degree, institution, marks).

   • Specify community (SC/ST/BC/Kapu/Brahmin/Minority/EBC) and income details.

4. Upload Documents: Attach required documents (see below).

5. Review and Submit:

   • Verify all entered information.

   • Click “Submit” to complete the application.

   • Save and print the acknowledgment for future reference.

6. Entrance Test (for Civil Services Coaching):

   • Appear for the online entrance test conducted by JNTU, Kakinada/Ananthapuramu.

   • Check the official website for exam dates and hall ticket download.

7. Selection and Institute Allotment:

   • Selected candidates receive SMS notification.

   • Log in to submit preferences for coaching institutes via a provided link (using UID, date of birth, and mobile number).

   • Allocation is based on merit, reservations (33% women, 3% differently-abled), and institute seat limits.

8. Enrollment: Enroll in the assigned institute or higher education program to activate financial assistance.

• Aadhaar card.

• Bachelor’s degree certificate or final-year mark sheet.

• Income certificate (family income not exceeding INR 2,00,000 or INR 6,00,000, as per community).

• Caste/community certificate (SC/ST/BC/Kapu/Brahmin/Minority/EBC).

• Domicile certificate or proof of Andhra Pradesh residency.

• Passport-sized photograph.

• PAN card (if available).

• Bank account details (for direct fund transfer).

• Study certificates (SSC, Intermediate, Degree, as applicable).

• For Civil Services Coaching:

  • Proof of registration for UPSC Civil Services Examination (if applicable).

  • Disability certificate (for differently-abled candidates).

• Note: Documents must be in digital format (PDF/JPEG) and uploaded via the Jnanabhumi portal. Ensure accuracy to avoid rejection.

• Application Period: Tentative, typically May–June 2025 (e.g., May 24–June 2, based on 2022 data). Check jnanabhumi.ap.gov.in for the official 2025 notification.

• Entrance Test (for Civil Services Coaching): Tentative, June–July 2025 (exact date announced in the notification).

• Result and Selection Notification: Via SMS, typically within 4–6 weeks post-exam.

• Institute Allotment: July–August 2025.

• Enrollment Deadline: By the start of the coaching program (September 2025) or academic year.

• Note: Deadlines are subject to change. Monitor jnanabhumi.ap.gov.in or contact mba@schulich.yorku.ca for updates. Early application is recommended due to limited awards.

• Email: Not explicitly listed; use the Jnanabhumi portal’s contact form or mba@schulich.yorku.ca for general inquiries (though Schulich-specific, may redirect).

• Phone: +91 7331172075, +91 7331172076.

• Address: Commissioner of Social Welfare, Government of Andhra Pradesh, Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh, India.

• Office Hours: Monday–Friday, 10:00 AM–5:00 PM (IST).

• Website: jnanabhumi.ap.gov.in or https://apgpcet.apcfss.in/Vidyonnathi/