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Odisha Cabinet Approves KG to PG Free Education Scheme 'Gyanodaya–Shiksharu Samruddhi'

Odisha Cabinet Approves KG to PG Free Education Scheme 'Gyanodaya–Shiksharu Samruddhi'
Odisha KG to PG Free Education Scheme Gyanodaya Shiksharu Samruddhi

GYANODAYA – SHIKSHARU SAMRUDDHI: ODISHA KG TO PG FREE EDUCATION SCHEME

Odisha Cabinet Approves Landmark Scheme – Press Release Dated 30.06.2026
Scheme Name Gyanodaya – Shiksharu Samruddhi
Announced By Odisha Cabinet
Date 30.06.2026
Vision KG to PG Free Education

Coverage

KG to PG
Classes IX-XII & UG/PG in Govt/Aided institutions

First Year Investment

₹895.57 Crore
₹5,467.55 Crore over 5 years

Annual Beneficiaries

32+ Lakh
Students every year

Key Features of the Scheme

  • Complete Fee Waiver: Eligible students admitted to regular mode courses in Government and Non-Government Aided institutions will be provided complete waiver of admission fees.
  • Academic Session: The scheme begins with the Academic Session 2026-27.
  • Coverage: Students enrolled in Classes IX to XII in Government and Non-Government Aided schools, and students pursuing Undergraduate (UG) and Postgraduate (PG) programmes in regular mode in State Public Universities, Government Colleges and Non-Government Aided Colleges.
  • KG to VIII Already Free: Education from Kindergarten (KG) to Class VIII is already free in Odisha. This initiative completes the State Government's vision of free education from KG to PG.
  • Exclusions: Self-Financing Courses or institutions, unaided institutions, PPP-mode institutions and courses, as well as professional and technical programmes, are outside the scope of the scheme.
  • Financial Outlay: The Odisha Cabinet has approved an estimated expenditure of ₹895.57 crore during the first year and ₹5,467.55 crore over a period of five years.
  • Alignment with National Policies: The initiative is fully aligned with the objectives of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, Odisha Vision 2036 and Odisha Vision 2047.
  • Expected Impact: The scheme is expected to promote equitable access to education, improve the Gross Enrolment Ratio (GER), strengthen human capital development and contribute to building a skilled, educated and empowered generation.

Important Points to Note

  • Transformative Initiative: "Gyanodaya – Shiksharu Samruddhi" is not merely a fee waiver programme; it is a significant step towards ensuring that every child and youth in Odisha has an equal opportunity to pursue education, irrespective of economic background.
  • Reducing Financial Burden: The scheme is designed to ensure that no deserving student is deprived of education due to financial constraints, particularly benefiting economically weaker and disadvantaged sections of society.
  • Largest Public Investment: This represents one of the largest public investments in the education sector by the State Government.
  • Enrolment & Retention: The initiative will encourage greater enrolment, improve retention, reduce dropout rates and enable more students to pursue higher education without interruption.
  • Viksit Odisha Vision: The initiative reflects the State Government's commitment to advancing the vision of a Viksit Odisha built on knowledge, opportunity and inclusive growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the "Gyanodaya – Shiksharu Samruddhi" scheme?
It is a landmark scheme approved by the Odisha Cabinet providing complete waiver of admission fees for eligible students from Classes IX to XII and UG/PG in Government and Non-Government Aided institutions, fulfilling the vision of free education from KG to PG.
Which students are covered under the scheme?
Students enrolled in Classes IX to XII in Government and Non-Government Aided schools, and students pursuing Undergraduate (UG) and Postgraduate (PG) programmes in regular mode in State Public Universities, Government Colleges and Non-Government Aided Colleges.
When does the scheme begin?
The scheme begins with the Academic Session 2026-27.
Which institutions are eligible under the scheme?
Government and Non-Government Aided institutions offering regular mode courses are eligible. Self-Financing, unaided, PPP-mode institutions, and professional/technical programmes are excluded.
What is the financial outlay for the scheme?
The Odisha Cabinet has approved ₹895.57 crore for the first year and ₹5,467.55 crore over five years.
How many students will benefit from the scheme?
The scheme is expected to benefit over 32 lakh students every year.
Is education from KG to VIII already free in Odisha?
Yes. Education from Kindergarten (KG) to Class VIII is already free in Odisha. This scheme completes the vision of KG to PG free education.
What are the objectives aligned with this scheme?
The scheme is aligned with NEP 2020, Odisha Vision 2036 and Odisha Vision 2047. It aims to promote equitable access, improve GER, strengthen human capital, and build a skilled, educated generation.