The selection of the candidates will be done based on the marks percentage obtained in Minimum Entry Qualification (MEQ).
Note - MEQ for entry to various professional courses differs.
Prime Minister's Scholarship Scheme for Wards of States/UTs Police Personnel 2023-24
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Eligibility
Dependent ward of a State Police personnel pursuing first professional degree course
Region
India
Award
A monthly scholarship of INR 2,500 for boys and INR 3,000 for girls
Deadline
Closed
About The Program
Prime Minister's Scholarship Scheme (PMSS) for Wards of States/UTs Police Personnel 2023-24 is a scholarship scheme launched by the Government of India to provide financial assistance to the dependent wards of State/UT Police personnel who are martyred during terrorist or Naxal attacks. The scheme is implemented by the Welfare and Rehabilitation Board (WARB), Ministry of Home Affairs. The selected boy candidates will receive financial assistance of INR 2,500 per month and girls will receive INR 3,000 per month.
Source: National Scholarship Portal
EligibilityDeadline Date: Closed
To be eligible, an applicant must:
- ba dependent ward of a State/UT police personnel who is martyred during a terrorist or Naxal attack
- be pursuing first professional degree courses such as Engineering, Medicine, Dental, Veterinary, BBA, BCA, B.Pharm., B.Sc. (Nursing, Agriculture, etc), MBA, MCA, etc. from the institution recognized by Government Regulatory Bodies such as All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE), Medical Council of India (MCI), University Grant Commission (UGC)
- have secured a minimum of 60% marks in Minimum Entry Qualification (MEQ) i.e. Class 12/Diploma/Graduation or equivalent (For new applicant)
- have passed each subsequent academic year of the professional courses with a minimum of 50% marks (For renewal)
Note - The candidates who could not submit their application on time for renewal will be given a grace year for the same.
Benefits
The scholarship provides financial assistance of INR 3,000 per month for girls and INR 2,500 per month for boys. The scholarship is payable for the entire duration of the course, or up to a maximum of 5 years, whichever is earlier.
Documents
- Service certificate to be issued by the H.O.O in case of serving personnel as per Annexure- Af
- Admission letter from the college or university
- Bank account details
- Applicants are required to upload duly attested scanned copy of the marksheet MEQ i.e. Class 12/diploma/graduation or equivalent is mandatory along with the following certificates which are applicable:
- PPO/Discharge certificate/book (mandatory for category A to F)
- Disability certificate (mandatory for category B & D)
- Death certificate (mandatory for category A & C)
- Certificate of Gallantry award (mandatory for category E)
How can you apply?
Eligible students can apply for the scholarship through the following steps -
Step 1: Click on the 'Apply Now' link below.
Step 2: Click on the 'Register' button and fill in the required registration details. (Note: If already registered, log in using Gmail/Mobile number/Email ID).
Step 3: Navigate to 'Applicant Corner'and click on 'New Registration' tab.
Step 4: Read the details carefully, tick the checkbox and click on the 'Continue' button.
Step 5: Enter mobile number, captcha code, and OTP, then submit.
Step 6: Fill in the required details and click on 'Save & Register' to complete the registration process.
Step 7: Now click on the 'Fresh Application' tab and log in using the application ID and password.
Step 8: Fill in the required details, upload the necessary documents and submit the application.
Note:- All the applicants are advised to fill out the form correctly; no changes can be made once it is submitted. The applicants are also advised to fill out only one application, as multiple applications will cancel the form.
Important Dates
Scholarship Deadline: 31st January 2024
Selection Criteria
Important documents
Terms and Conditions
- The students need to pass the professional course with at least 50% marks to ensure the renewal of the scholarship for subsequent years.
- The scholarship can be tenable for up to 5 years depending upon the duration of the course pursued by the applicant.
- The students admitted in the second year of professional/technical bachelor's degree courses through lateral entry can also apply for the scholarship.
- The selected scholars will receive the scholarship amount directly into their bank accounts through the PFMS (Public Finance Management System) under the DBT (Direct Benefit Transfer) programme.
- An incomplete application form and failure to attach the required documents will lead to the rejection of the application.
- The mobile number and email address of applicants are mandatory so as to inform the candidate of any discrepancies or development through SMS and email.
- Following applicants are not eligible under PMSS -
- Applicants pursuing professional courses through correspondence/distance learning.
- Applicants availing the benefit of other scholarship schemes/getting stipend and financial assistance.
- Applicants who have already availed scholarships under PMSS.
- Applicants pursuing courses such as Diploma courses, do not lead to the award of a degree or pursuing master's degree programme except MBA, MCA subject to first professional course.
- Applicants studying Abroad.
- Change of course/college by the selected student and getting fresh admission in the subsequent academic year will lead to rejection of the scholarship.
Note - For more information, kindly refer to the 'Scholarship Guidelines' document.
Contact Details
Welfare and Rehabilitation Board, Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India
Email ID - helpdesk-nsp@gov.in | Phone Number - (0120) - 6619540
Important Links
Apply online link
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