> ## Content Index > Fetch the complete content index at: https://newsanek.com/llms.txt > Use this file to discover other available public pages before exploring further. # Marang Gomke Jaipal Singh Munda Overseas Scholarship: who can apply in Jharkhand - URL: https://newsanek.com/marang-gomke-overseas-scholarship/ - Published: 2026-11-07T04:32:49.000Z - Updated: 2026-11-07T11:20:17.000Z - Description: This Jharkhand state scholarship supports students from tribal and SC-ST communities who want to study abroad. Here is who it is for, what the sources confirm, and where to check the latest details. - Author: Kumar Ujjwal - Tags: Govt Schemes, #scheme-tribal-affairs, #scheme-for-student, #scheme-for-sc-st, #scheme-jharkhand Here is the whole scheme in one place: what you get, who qualifies, how to apply, and what to check. __At a glance__ | Scheme | Marang Gomke Jaipal Singh Munda Overseas Scholarship | | -------------- | --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Department | Tribal Welfare Department, Government of Jharkhand | | Benefit | Financial support for overseas study. Check the official site for the current amount. | | Who can apply | Students of Scheduled Tribe and Scheduled Caste backgrounds who are Jharkhand residents | | How it is paid | Through the state government process, as notified on the official portal | | Apply at | jharkhand.gov.in, through the notified application window | | Cost to apply | Free | ### Key points - It is a Jharkhand state government scheme, only for residents of Jharkhand. - It is meant for tribal and SC-ST students who want to study abroad. - The scheme is named after Jaipal Singh Munda, a tribal leader and 1928 Olympic hockey captain. - Check the official portal for the current amount, deadlines and documents. ## What does this scholarship give you? The Marang Gomke Jaipal Singh Munda Overseas Scholarship supports eligible students for study abroad. The exact amount and the number of students covered can change from year to year. Please confirm the current figure on the official Jharkhand portal before you plan your finances. ## Who can apply, and who cannot? The scheme is only for residents of Jharkhand. Students from other states are not eligible. It is meant for students from Scheduled Tribe and Scheduled Caste communities. Eligibility rules such as course type, marks, family income and age can be set in each notification. Read the latest notice carefully. ## Why is this scheme named after Jaipal Singh Munda? Jaipal Singh Munda was a tribal leader from Chhotanagpur, known as Marang Gomke, meaning Great Leader. He was a member of the Constituent Assembly and captained India's hockey team to Olympic gold in 1928. He campaigned for Adivasi rights and a separate Jharkhand state, and the scholarship honours that legacy. ## What documents should you keep ready? Keep your Jharkhand residence proof and caste certificate ready, as these are usually needed. Keep your academic marksheets, admission letter from the overseas university, and passport. Also keep your Aadhaar card, bank account details, and recent passport-size photographs. Check the latest notice for the full list, because requirements can change. ## How do you apply online? Go to the official Jharkhand portal at jharkhand.gov.in. Look for the notice of the Marang Gomke Jaipal Singh Munda Overseas Scholarship in the education or tribal welfare section. Register, fill in your details, upload your documents, and submit the form before the last date. Save the application number for future reference. How to apply for the scholarship online 1. *1* **Visit the official portal**Go to jharkhand.gov.in and find the scholarship notice in the education or tribal welfare section. 2. *2* **Register and fill in details**Register on the portal, fill in your details and upload your documents. 3. *3* **Submit before the last date**Submit the form before the deadline, as late applications are usually not accepted. 4. *4* **Save your application number**Keep the application number safe so you can check your status on the portal later. Graphic: News Anek, from the facts in this report ## How do you check status, and what if something is stuck? Log in to the portal and check your application status using your application number. If your application is pending, contact the department named in the notice. Never pay any agent or middleman to get an application processed. Such requests are a warning sign of fraud. ## Any final tips before you apply? Read the latest official notice fully before you apply. Check deadlines carefully, because late applications are usually not accepted. Make sure your name, caste and bank details match your documents exactly. ## Frequently asked questions ### Is this scholarship open to students from other states? No. It is a Jharkhand state scheme, so only Jharkhand residents can apply. ### Who is Jaipal Singh Munda? He was a tribal leader, Constituent Assembly member, and captain of India's 1928 Olympic hockey gold medal team. ### Is there a fee to apply? No. Applying through the official portal is free. Be careful of anyone asking for money. ### Where can I find the latest amount and deadline? Check the official Jharkhand portal at jharkhand.gov.in, as details are updated through notices. ### Official links - [Official website](https://jharkhand.gov.in/?ref=newsanek.com) This guide is based on official scheme rules. Rules and amounts can change, so always confirm on the official website before you apply. News Anek is not a government website.