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CBSE Merit Scholarship Scheme For Single Girl Child

A scholarship scheme by the Ministry of Education for meritorious Single Girl Students, who are the only child of their parents; and have passed the CBSE Class 10th Examination with 60% or more marks and are continuing their further school education of Class 11th and 12th.

Authority

Central

Region

None

Status

Verified 2026

Updated

March 2026

What you get

Who can apply

The applicant should be the single girl child of her family.; The applicant should have secured 60% or more marks in the CBSE Class 10th Examination and be studying Class 11th & 12th in School (affiliated with CBSE).; The tuition fee should not be more than ₹1,500/- per month during the academic year. In the next two years, the total enhancement in tuition fees in such a school shall not be more than 10% of the tuition fee charged.; The applicant must be an Indian National.; The student must continue her school studies in Classes 11th and 12th.; The applicant should have passed the CBSE Class 10th Examination in 2019 and will be considered.; NRI applicants of the Board are also eligible for the award. The tuition fee for the NRIs has been decided maximum of Rs. 6,000/- per month.; A beneficiary under the scheme while availing of the scholarship can enjoy other concessions given by the school in which she is studying other organization(s).

Required Paperwork

  • Aadhaar Card
  • PAN Card
  • Income Certificate
  • Residence Proof (Domicile)

Common Questions

What Are The Reasons Of Rejection Of Application?

The rejection may be due to the Application not being in proper format and non enclosure of relevant documents.

I Am The Only Girl In My Family, But I Have A Younger Brother. Can I Apply To CBSE Single Girl Child Scheme?

No, in case of having siblings, you will not be able to use this scheme. The scholarship scheme clearly specifies that only those girl children can apply whose parents have a single girl child in their family.

How To Get A Valid Cheque If I Receive A Cheque From CBSE With An Expiry Date Of Today Only?

Generally, CBSE sends cheques through its partner banks well in advance. However, under the above circumstances, you can send this cheque to a CBSE scholarship branch to receive a valid cheque.

What Is The Definition Of SGC (Single Girl Child) Applicant?

Single Girl child means a girl who is the only child of their parents and there is no brother or sisters.

I Am Single Girl In The Family. I Have One Brother. Can I Apply For Scholarship Under Single Girl Child Scheme?

No, As per definition of Single Girl Children you will not be considered for scholarship under the scheme as single Girl child are those girl children whose parents have only one girl child and there is no other siblings.

Whether A Candidate Who Was Within 30 Years Of Age During Admission To PG Course But Has Crossed This Limit At The Time Of Application Be Eligible To Be Considered.

Yes. The candidate applying under the scheme can apply if she is below 30 years of age as on the last date of application too.

Can A Single Girl Child Pursuing Post Graduation Through Distance Mode Apply Under The Scheme?

No.

After Selection, Is The Awardee Entitled For Hostel Fee Reimbursement/ HRA Or Medical Expenses?

No. The awardee is only entitled to a scholarship amount. No HRA/contingency/hostel fee or medical | expenses are admissible.

Are The Awardees Eligible For Waiver Of Tuition Fee Or Its Reimbursement?

No. Tuition fee reimbursement is not permitted. However, it is expected from the institutions where | student has taken admission in the first year PG course, no tuition fees will be charged by the | institute from girl students to pursue PG degree course in Universities/Colleges/Institutions.

Can Students Of Second Year Post Graduation Apply Under The Scheme?

No. The candidates who are pursuing first year postgraduate courses only can apply under the | scheme.

Can The Awardee Avail Of Any Other Scholarship Scheme During The Tenure Of This Award?

Yes. This scheme can be availed with any other scholarship scheme as this is an incentive.