What you get
The benefits under the scheme is as follows: | Amount of Scholarship: | • ₹3,000/- per month for girls. | • ₹2,500/- per month for boys | Note: The above scholarship amount is to be paid annually after selection @ ₹36,000/- to each girl & ₹30,000/- to each boy. | Duration of Scholarship: | Up to 5 years (depending upon the duration of the course being pursued by the applicant and as approved by the respective regulatory body).
Who can apply
Required Paperwork
- Aadhaar Card
- PAN Card
- Income Certificate
- Residence Proof (Domicile)
Common Questions
What is the "Prime Minister’s Scholarship Scheme for the Wards of Central Armed Police Forces & Assam Rifles"?
The "Prime Minister's Scholarship Scheme (PMSS) for the Wards of Central Armed Police Forces & Assam Rifles" is a scholarship scheme which was introduced by the Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India from the academic year 2006-07 to encourage higher technical & professional education for the dependent wards & widows of Central Armed Police Forces & Assam Rifles (CAPFs & AR) Personnel.
How many scholarships are available under the scheme each year?
A total of 2000 scholarships are awarded annually under the PMSS, with an equal allocation for both girls and boys.
What are the benefits provided under the scheme?
The benefits under the PMSS include a monthly scholarship amount as follows: | [?]3,000 per month for girls | [?]2,500 per month for boys
What is the duration of the scholarship?
The scholarship is applicable for up to 5 years, depending on the duration of the course pursued by the applicant and as approved by the respective regulatory body.
What happens if there is a shortfall in fresh scholarship recipients?
In the event that the number of fresh applicants selected is less than 1000, the shortfall will not be adjusted from the allocation for girls or boys.
What are the categories of individuals eligible for the scheme?
- Wards or widows of deceased Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) and Assam Rifles (ARs) personnel. | - Wards of personnel who died in harness or while on election duty, as well as wards of personnel disabled due to causes attributable to Government service. | - Wards of Ex-CAPFs & AR personnel who are recipients of Gallantry Awards. | - Wards or widows of retired and serving CAPFs & AR Personnel (Personnel below Officer Rank) pursuing their first professional degree program in specified fields.
In which fields of study can applicants pursue their first professional degree under the scheme?
Only First professional degree courses like BE, B Tech, BDS, MBBS, B.Ed., BBA, BCA, B Pharma, B.Sc (Nursing, Agriculture, etc.) duly recognized by the respective Government Regulatory Bodies, such as All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE), Medical Council of India (MCI), University Grant Commission (UGC).
What academic qualifications are required for new applicants?
New applicants must have a minimum of 60% marks in Minimum Entry Qualification (MEQ), i.e., 10+2/Diploma/Graduation or equivalent.
What is the academic requirement for renewal applicants?
For applicants applying under the renewal category, it is mandatory to pass each subsequent academic year of the professional courses being pursued by them with a minimum of 50% marks.
Is there any grace period provided for the renewal of the scholarship?
Yes, a grace period of one year only may be entertained for cases where there is a delay on the part of the candidate in submitting the application for renewal of the scholarship.
Are the wards of civilian employees of CAPFs and AR personnel eligible for scheme?
No.
Can applicants pursuing professional courses through correspondence/distance learning avail of scheme?
No, applicants pursuing professional courses through correspondence/distance learning are not eligible for scheme.
Are applicants who are already receiving benefits from other scholarship schemes or stipends eligible for scheme?
No.
Can applicants who have previously received scholarships under the scheme apply again?
No, Can applicants who have previously received scholarships under the scheme apply again?
Can applicants studying in colleges/institutes/universities not approved under UGC Act or not recognized by AICTE apply for the scheme?
No.
Are applicants studying abroad eligible for the scheme?
No.
How many children can avail of the benefits of the scheme in a family?
This scholarship is admissible for only two children per family.
How to apply under this scheme?
Online submission for the scholarship can be done through the website of the National Scholarship Portal with the required documents: https://scholarships.gov.in/
How is the scholarship amount disbursed to selected applicants?
- The Scholarship amount under PMSS for applicants selected under fresh and renewal categories would be credited/transferred directly into the Bank accounts of the selected applicants through Public Finance Management System (PFMS) under the Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) Programme of the Government.