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The Bihar government offers several schemes in the areas of education, scholarships, agriculture, pension, women and child welfare, social security benefits, employment and financial assistance.
For 2026, the official Bihar DBT list links government schemes run by various departments of the state government as well as central government-sponsored initiatives.
Our Bihar Govt Schemes 2026 guide consolidates the key scheme categories. You can find details on how to check eligibility criteria, benefits, application process and last date to apply for the state government schemes.
Bihar Govt Schemes 2026: Major Categories
The Bihar government’s official DBT platform showcases its schemes, organized by departments such as Education, Agriculture, Social Welfare, along with the BC & EBC Welfare and SC & ST Welfare departments.
1. Education & Scholarship Schemes
Some of the Bihar government education schemes include:
- Mukhyamantri Balika/Balak Cycle Yojna
- Mukhyamantri Balika Poshak Yojna
- Mukhyamantri Medhavriti Yojana
- Mukhyamantri BC- EBC Post Matric Scholarship
- Mukhyamantri SC/ST Post Matric Scholarship
- Mukhyamantri Balika Snatak Protsahan Yojna
- Mukhyamantri Kishori Swasthya Karyakram
We see several schemes relating to education and scholarships were added or updated in the Bihar DBT list during 2026.
Applicants can use Bihar’s MedhaSoft website to apply for scholarship schemes for matric, intermediate and SC/ST scholarships.
2. Agriculture Schemes
Some of the agriculture-related schemes include financial assistance for crops, seeds, agriculture inputs and other allied sectors. You can find schemes like Bihar Rajya Fasal Sahayata Yojna, Krishi Input Anudaan, Chief Minister Horticulture Mission, Minikit Scheme, Mukhyamantri Tibra Beej Vistar Yojna, etc.
Information about other agriculture-related schemes like agricultural mechanisation, horticulture missions, micro-irrigation programs, Bihar food security scheme, etc. can be found on the Bihar Agriculture Department’s website.
3. Pension & Social Security Schemes
You will find several pension schemes and social-security programs under Bihar’s Social Welfare Department such as Mukhyamantri Vridhjan Pension Yojna, Bihar State Disability Pension, Laxmi Bai Social Security Pension, Mukhyamantri Kanya Vivah Yojna and Parvarish.
Eligibility criteria and amount of benefits can vary greatly between government schemes. We recommend applicants refer to the latest notification from the respective department.
4. SC, ST, BC & EBC Welfare Schemes
SC, ST, backward-caste and economically backward classes may be able to apply for hostels, scholarships and certain civil service incentive schemes. The SC & ST Welfare Department includes information on the state’s hostel admission process, eligibility for hostel grants and incentive programs for government employees.
How to Apply for Bihar Govt Schemes 2026?
Each Bihar government scheme has its own application process. You can apply for several Bihar citizen services through the state government’s ServicePlus/RTS portal.
Typically, you will need to:
- Go to the official website for the scheme.
- Register or log in if prompted to create an account.
- Choose the relevant service or scheme.
- Fill out the application form.
- Upload scanned documents as required.
- Submit the application.
- Take a printout or note the acknowledgement/application number.
- Use the application number to check your application status online.
As per Bihar’s ServicePlus portal, you can apply for services through a computer, mobile device or any other internet-accessible tool. You should receive a reference number and date when you submit the application so you can track your application’s status online. or other internet-enabled device and can track applications using the reference number and date.
Eligibility and Required Documents
Each scheme has different eligibility criteria. Documents required for applying to most Bihar government schemes include:
- Proof of residence/domicile in Bihar
- Aadhaar card or other valid identity document
- Bank account information
- Income certificate or category certificate if applicable
- Marksheet/certificate for education-related schemes
- Age proof certificates
- Registered mobile number
- Other documents based on the scheme
Please refer to the latest notification for applying to Bihar government schemes. Do not rely on older social media posts or digitized documents uploaded by unverified sources.ts should rely on the latest official notification rather than older social-media posts or unofficial lists.
Bihar Govt Schemes 2026: Last Date
Bihar government schemes do not have a single last date to apply. Depending on the scheme, there can be different application dates. Some services are available on a continual basis.
We recommend applicants refer to the official website or notification from the concerned department or the official application portal for the respective scheme to find the latest last date to apply.
Where to Check Official Updates?
You can visit the official Bihar DBT website to view the list of schemes and their respective departments. The Bihar government also has official portals for department-specific services like agriculture, education, social welfare, etc.