OEC Pre-matric Educational Assistance
✓ Information verified — June 2026The Scheme “OEC Pre-matric Educational Assistance” was started by the Backward Classes Development Department, Government of Kerala to provide educational assistance to pre-matric students belonging to these communities who are studying in Government/Aided/Unaided schools from Classes 1st to 10th.
What You Get
- Financial assistance for pre-matric education
- Support available for Classes 1 to 10 students
- Applicable in government, aided, and unaided schools
- Help with educational expenses to reduce dropout rates
Who Can Apply
- Age: 5–60 years
- Residence: Kerala residents only
- Student must belong to Other Equivalent Communities (OEC) category
- Must be studying in Classes 1 to 10
- Must be enrolled in government, aided, or unaided schools in Kerala
- Must be a permanent resident of Kerala
Documents Needed
0/6 collected
- 1. Aadhaar Card
- 2. School ID or Admission Certificate
- 3. OEC Community Certificate
- 4. Income Certificate
- 5. Bank Account Details
- 6. Birth Certificate
How to Apply
- 1Check your eligibility criteria above
- 2Gather all required documents listed below
- 3Visit the official portal (linked below)
- 4Fill the application form online / offline
- 5Submit the form and note your application reference number
- 6Track status on the official portal or visit nearest CSC
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Quick Facts
- Scheme Level
- Kerala
- Category
- Education
- Target Gender
- All genders
- Age Group
- 5–60 years
- Application
- Check portal
- Last Updated
- 14 Jun 2026
Official Source
Last Verified
14 June 2026
Official Portal
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