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OEC Pre-matric Educational Assistance

✓ Information verified — June 2026
Kerala

The 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.

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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. 1. Aadhaar Card
  2. 2. School ID or Admission Certificate
  3. 3. OEC Community Certificate
  4. 4. Income Certificate
  5. 5. Bank Account Details
  6. 6. Birth Certificate

How to Apply

  1. 1Check your eligibility criteria above
  2. 2Gather all required documents listed below
  3. 3Visit the official portal (linked below)
  4. 4Fill the application form online / offline
  5. 5Submit the form and note your application reference number
  6. 6Track status on the official portal or visit nearest CSC
OR visit your nearest CSC (Common Service Centre) Find nearest CSC

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