The Prime Minister’s Scholarship Scheme (PMSS) for the Wards of States/UTs Police Personnel was introduced by the Ministry of Home Affairs during the 2019-20 academic session. This prestigious scheme encourages higher technical and professional education among the dependent children of States/UTs Police personnel martyred during Terrorist or Naxal attacks, providing them with financial assistance to pursue their dreams.
Scheme Key Highlights (Short Summary)
• Scheme Name: PMSS for Wards of States/UTs Police Personnel
• Launched by: Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India
• Scholarships Awarded: 500 (250 for boys and 250 for girls)
• Scholarship Amount:
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₹3,000 per month for girls (₹36,000 annually)
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₹2,500 per month for boys (₹30,000 annually)
• Duration: Up to 5 years (depending on the course duration)
• Application Mode: Online via the National Scholarship Portal (NSP)
• Official Portal: www.scholarships.gov.in
Benefits
• ₹3,000 per month for girls and ₹2,500 per month for boys (disbursed annually).
• Maximum support duration is 5 years, depending on the course length.
• Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) through Public Finance Management System (PFMS).
• Selected applicants will receive a personal letter from the Hon’ble Prime Minister.
Eligibility Criteria
• Applicant must be the dependent child of State/UTs Police personnel martyred during Terror/Naxal attacks.
• Must be pursuing the first professional degree course such as Engineering, Medicine, Dental, Veterinary, BBA, BCA, B.Pharm, B.Sc (Nursing, Agriculture, etc.), MBA, or MCA.
• Minimum of 60% marks in qualifying examination (10+2/Diploma/Graduation).
• Renewal applicants must pass each year with a minimum of 50% marks.
• Two children per family can avail the benefits.
• Applicants of any marital status are eligible.
• Institutions and courses must be approved by AICTE, UGC, MCI, or other Government-recognized bodies.
Courses Eligible for Scholarship
• B.E., B.Tech
• MBBS, BDS
• BBA, BCA, B.Pharm
• B.Sc (Nursing, Agriculture)
• MBA, MCA
• B.Ed (but not integrated BA+B.Ed courses)
Exclusions
• Wards of civilian employees of State/UT Police forces.
• Applicants enrolled in correspondence/distance learning courses.
• Applicants already availing any other scholarship, stipend, or financial assistance.
• Applicants pursuing Diploma courses or Master’s Degree (except MBA/MCA).
• Students studying in unrecognized institutions or abroad.
• Students who change their course/college after initial admission.
Application Process (Online)
How to Apply?
Fresh Registration:
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Visit the National Scholarship Portal (NSP).
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Click on ‘New Registration’ under the Applicant Corner.
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Accept the Undertaking and proceed.
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Fill in the required details and submit.
Fresh Application:
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Login to NSP with the Application ID and Password.
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Select Prime Minister’s Scholarship Scheme.
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Fill the application form and upload the necessary documents.
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Submit the application and note down the reference number.
Renewal Application:
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Renewal is allowed upon achieving a minimum of 50% marks each academic year.
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Renewal application should be submitted through the same portal.
Documents Required
For Fresh Application: • Aadhaar Card
• Passport-size Photograph
• Certificate from State Govt. confirming martyrdom
• Qualifying Examination Marksheet (10+2/Diploma/Graduation)
• Death Certificate
• Disability Certificate (if applicable)
• Bank Account Details (linked with Aadhaar)
For Renewal Application: • Certificate from Institution confirming continued studies and satisfactory academic performance.
Important Notes
• Bank Account must be in the applicant’s name and Aadhaar-seeded.
• Application must be complete with all required documents to avoid rejection.
• If eligibility criteria are not met, the scholarship will be cancelled without notice and the applicant may be blacklisted for 5 years from applying for other central government scholarships.
• Incomplete or fraudulent applications will lead to strict action.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- 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.