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Odisha Refunds Rs 69.23 Crore to 1.11 Lakh Students Under Gyanodaya Scheme
✍️ NDTV
🗓 30 Oct 2026, 05:10 PM
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The Odisha government has refunded Rs 69.23 crore in admission fees to 1.11 lakh college students as part of the Gyanodaya free education initiative.
The Government of Odisha has completed a significant financial disbursement under its Gyanodaya free education scheme. The state has refunded a total of Rs 69.23 crore in college admission fees to approximately 1.11 lakh students.
This initiative aims to ensure that higher education remains accessible by removing the financial burden of admission costs for eligible students. The refund process has been executed through direct bank transfers to the accounts of the beneficiaries.
The move underscores the state's commitment to promoting free education at the college level. By clearing these dues, the administration has ensured that students can focus on their academic pursuits without the stress of unpaid admission charges.
Students who have received the refunds have been advised to verify their bank account updates to confirm the successful credit of the funds. The scheme continues to serve as a key pillar of the state's educational welfare policies.
This initiative aims to ensure that higher education remains accessible by removing the financial burden of admission costs for eligible students. The refund process has been executed through direct bank transfers to the accounts of the beneficiaries.
The move underscores the state's commitment to promoting free education at the college level. By clearing these dues, the administration has ensured that students can focus on their academic pursuits without the stress of unpaid admission charges.
Students who have received the refunds have been advised to verify their bank account updates to confirm the successful credit of the funds. The scheme continues to serve as a key pillar of the state's educational welfare policies.