Jagananna Vidya Deevena in AP reimburses the full tuition fee of students studying post-matric courses, so that no student has to drop out of college because the family cannot pay the fee. The money is paid in instalments directly into the mother’s bank account.

What Is Jagananna Vidya Deevena?

Jagananna Vidya Deevena is Andhra Pradesh’s full fee reimbursement scheme for students who have passed Intermediate and joined a post-matric course. The government pays the entire tuition fee fixed for the course, so the student does not have to pay the college and the family does not have to borrow for the fee. The scheme covers students in government, aided and private colleges, in courses ranging from ITI and polytechnic diplomas to degree, postgraduate, engineering and medical courses.

The scheme was launched in 2020 and is implemented through the Jnanabhumi portal, which is the state’s scholarship platform. Fee reimbursement continues under the present government, and students should check the current name and status of the scheme on the Jnanabhumi portal before applying. The companion scheme, Vasathi Deevena, separately pays for food and hostel expenses, and is covered in our next guide.

How Much Fee Is Reimbursed?

The full tuition fee fixed by the government for the course is reimbursed — there is no fixed cap, because the fee differs by course and college. The amount is paid in four instalments across the academic year, directly into the bank account of the student’s mother. If the mother is not alive, the amount goes to the father’s or guardian’s account. The mother’s bank account must be linked to her Aadhaar and seeded with NPCI so that the direct benefit transfer reaches her without delay.

Students who have already paid the fee to the college get the amount reimbursed to the mother’s account. The college is not allowed to demand the fee again once the reimbursement is sanctioned. If a college refuses admission or demands the fee despite the reimbursement, the student can complain through the Village or Ward Secretariat or the district education office.

Who Is Eligible for Vidya Deevena?

To qualify for Jagananna Vidya Deevena in AP, the student must meet all of these conditions:

• Domicile: the student must be a resident of Andhra Pradesh and studying in a recognised institution in the state.
• Course: the student must be enrolled in a post-matric course — ITI, polytechnic, degree, postgraduate, engineering, medicine or a similar recognised course.
• Income: the family’s annual income must be below Rs 2.5 lakh.
• No government employee: no member of the family should be a government employee or pensioner.
• No income tax payer: no member of the family should be paying income tax.
• No four-wheeler: the family should not own a four-wheeler, except a taxi, tractor or auto.
• Land limit: the family should not own more than 10 acres of wet land or 25 acres of dry land.

Students who finished Intermediate under the reimbursement of tuition fee scheme should read our guide to Free Intermediate Education in AP, which explains how RTF covers Inter students’ tuition. After Intermediate, Vidya Deevena takes over the fee for the higher course.

Documents Required for Vidya Deevena

Keep these ready before the college submits the application:

• Aadhaar card of the student and the mother.
• White ration card — the card number is used for verification. If your card’s e-KYC is pending, finish the ration card e-KYC in AP first.
• Income certificate showing family income below Rs 2.5 lakh a year. See our guide to the income certificate in AP.
• Caste certificate, if the student belongs to SC, ST or BC. See our guide to the caste certificate in AP.
• SSC and Intermediate marks memos and the college admission receipt.
• Mother’s bank account details — account number, IFSC and the Aadhaar-seeded account.

How to Apply for Vidya Deevena

The application is made through the college and the Jnanabhumi portal:

1. Take admission in a recognised college and submit the documents listed above to the college office.
2. The college uploads the student’s details, course and fee on the Jnanabhumi portal at jnanabhumi.ap.gov.in.
3. The Village or Ward Secretariat verifies the student’s residence, income and family details.
4. The district authorities approve the application after verification.
5. Once approved, the fee is released in four instalments to the mother’s bank account.
6. Check the status on the Jnanabhumi portal or ask the college office for the instalment schedule.

Students should apply in the first months of the academic year, because late applications can delay the first instalment. Keep copies of every document submitted and note the application number given by the college.

How to Check Vidya Deevena Status

To check whether your fee reimbursement is approved and which instalments have been paid:

1. Open the Jnanabhumi portal at jnanabhumi.ap.gov.in.
2. Go to the application or payment status section and enter the student details it asks for.
3. Check the approval status and the instalments released so far.
4. If the portal shows the application as pending, contact the college office to confirm that the details were uploaded.
5. If the portal shows it as rejected, ask the college or the secretariat for the reason and correct the document.

The AP government portal at ap.gov.in also links to the education department and the Jnanabhumi portal. If the portal does not show your record, confirm the Aadhaar number and the college code with the college office, because a wrong digit is the most common reason for a failed search.

Vidya Deevena vs Vasathi Deevena

The two schemes work together but pay for different things. Vidya Deevena pays the tuition fee of the course. Vasathi Deevena pays for the student’s food and hostel expenses: Rs 10,000 a year for ITI students, Rs 15,000 a year for polytechnic students, and Rs 20,000 a year for degree and higher-course students. A student who is eligible for one is usually eligible for the other, and both are applied for through the same college and Jnanabhumi process. Do not confuse the two amounts — the fee reimbursement and the hostel amount are separate payments.

Current Status of Vidya Deevena in 2026

Fee reimbursement for post-matric students continues in Andhra Pradesh, and the Jnanabhumi portal remains the official platform for applications and status checks. The scheme’s name in official references may change over time, so students should confirm the current name and the academic year’s application dates on the Jnanabhumi portal or at their college. What has not changed is the core promise: an eligible student should not have to pay the tuition fee for a recognised post-matric course in the state.

Common Problems and Solutions

Instalment delayed: check the status on Jnanabhumi first; delays are usually caused by the college not uploading the fee details or the mother’s bank account not being NPCI-seeded. Application rejected for income: confirm that the income certificate shows income below Rs 2.5 lakh and that it is current. Mother’s account not credited: visit the bank and confirm that the account is Aadhaar-seeded and active. College demanding the fee: show the sanction or approval and complain to the secretariat or the district education office. Name mismatch: correct the name in Aadhaar or the college record before the next instalment is processed.

Frequently Asked Questions About Jagananna Vidya Deevena in AP

Does Vidya Deevena cover private college fees?

Yes. Students in government, aided and private recognised colleges are covered, and the fee fixed by the government for the course is reimbursed.

Is there any fee the student must pay?

The tuition fee is reimbursed in full. Examination fees and other small charges fixed by the university or board may still apply, and the college should explain them at admission.

Can a student get both Vidya Deevena and a scholarship?

Vidya Deevena is itself the fee reimbursement. Other scholarships for the same fee cannot be claimed twice. Students aiming for civil services coaching after graduation can read about NTR Vidyonnathi, and SC students planning to study abroad can read about the Ambedkar Overseas Vidya Nidhi.

What if the mother has no bank account?

Open a bank account in the mother’s name and link it to her Aadhaar before the college submits the application, because the instalments are paid only by direct benefit transfer to the mother’s account.

Final Word

Jagananna Vidya Deevena in AP removes the tuition fee barrier for post-matric students, paying the full fee in four instalments to the mother’s account. Apply through your college and the Jnanabhumi portal, keep your income and caste certificates ready, and check the status online so that no instalment is missed. For the wider picture of education support this year, see our guide to Andhra Pradesh schemes in August 2026.

Last updated: November 2026