What you get
The benefits under the scheme is a 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 States/UTs Police Personnel"?
The Prime Minister's Scholarship Scheme (PMSS) is a scholarship program introduced by the Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India, aimed at encouraging higher technical and professional education for the dependent wards of States/UTs Police Personnel who are martyred during Terror/Naxal attacks.
When was the scheme introduced?
The scheme was introduced from the academic session 2019-20.
How many scholarships are awarded under the scheme?
A total of 500 scholarships are awarded, divided equally between boys and girls.
What are the benefits of the Scheme?
Under the scheme, selected students receive financial assistance as follows: | [?]3,000/- per month for girls. | [?]2,500/- per month for boys.
How long does the scholarship last?
The duration of the scholarship is up to 5 years, depending on the duration of the course pursued by the applicant and as approved by the respective regulatory body.
Who is eligible to apply under the scheme?
Dependent wards of States/UTs Police Personnel who are martyred during Terror/Naxal attacks are eligible to apply are eligible to apply under the scheme.
What are the eligible fields of study for applicants under this category?
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 performance is required for eligibility?
Applicants must have a minimum of 60% marks in their Minimum Entry Qualification (MEQ) i.e. 10+2/Diploma/Graduation or equivalent for new applicants. For renewal applicants, it is mandatory to pass each subsequent academic year of the professional courses being pursued with a minimum of 50% marks.
Is there any grace period for scholarship renewal applications?
A grace period of one year is allowed for cases where there is a delay on the part of the candidate in submitting the application for renewal of the scholarship.
How many children per family can avail of this scholarship?
This scholarship is admissible for only two children per family.
Is marital status a factor in determining eligibility?
No, the eligibility for the scheme is not affected by the marital status of the applicant.
Are wards of civilian employees of States/UTs Police personnel eligible for the scheme?
No.
Can applicants pursuing professional courses through correspondence/distance learning apply for the scheme?
No.
Can applicants receiving benefits from other scholarship schemes or stipends apply for the scheme?
No, applicants availing benefits of other scholarship schemes or receiving stipends and financial assistance are not eligible for the scheme.
Are applicants who have already availed scholarships under the PMSS eligible to apply again?
No.
Can applicants studying abroad apply for the scheme?
No
How to apply for the scholarship?
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 the selected applicants?
The Scholarship amount 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.