The H.P. Swaran Jayanti Middle Merit Scholarship Scheme 2025 is a flagship educational initiative launched by the Department of Elementary Education, Government of Himachal Pradesh. Designed for meritorious Class 5 students studying in government schools, the scheme aims to nurture talent early by offering scholarships for Classes 6 to 8 based on performance in a state-level examination conducted by SCERT Solan.
Key Highlights
• State: Himachal Pradesh
• Launched by: Department of Elementary Education, Govt of H.P.
• Conducted by: SCERT Solan
• Target Students: Class 5 students (Government Schools only)
• Scholarship Duration: 3 years (Classes 6 to 8)
• Scholarship Amount:
- ₹4,000/month in Class 6
- ₹5,000/month in Class 7
- ₹6,000/month in Class 8
• Selection Mode: State-level merit exam
• Application Mode: Offline (via school teacher/CHT)
Benefits
Selected top 100 students (statewide) will receive:
| Class | Monthly Scholarship | Annual Value |
|---|---|---|
| 6th | ₹4,000 | ₹48,000 |
| 7th | ₹5,000 | ₹60,000 |
| 8th | ₹6,000 | ₹72,000 |
• The scholarship is valid for three academic years, subject to eligibility and continuity in government school education.
Eligibility Criteria
• Must be studying in Class 5 in a government school in Himachal Pradesh
• Must apply and appear for the State-Level Scholarship Examination conducted by SCERT
• Must maintain 75% attendance, except in medical emergencies (verified by Medical Board)
• Must continue studying in government schools and not repeat any class
Exam Pattern & Selection Process
Exam Format:
| Section | No. of Questions |
|---|---|
| Mental Ability Test | 40 |
| Environmental Science Aptitude | 20 |
| Mathematics | 20 |
| Hindi (Language Test) | 10 |
| English (Language Test) | 10 |
• Total Questions: 100
• Total Marks: 100
• Duration: 2.5 hours (150 minutes)
• Extra time: 30 mins for differently-abled students
• Negative Marking: None
Application Process (Offline)
Step-by-Step Guide:
- Get the Form: Collect the application form from your class teacher
- Fill & Submit: Complete the form with all required details and submit to the Class Head Teacher (CHT)
- Verification: CHT verifies documents and eligibility
- Admit Card: CHT, with BRC support, will print admit cards and distribute them to students
- Appear for Exam: Attend the exam on the first Sunday of November (tentative)
Result & Scholarship Distribution:
• SCERT Solan will publish the results in December
• Scholarships will be disbursed through e-vitaran or other approved payment modes to student bank accounts
• District-wise quotas will be based on Class 5 enrollment data (UDISE) of the past 3 years
Documents Required
• School ID card or other identity proof
• Caste Certificate (if applicable)
• Disability Certificate (if applicable)
• Previous class educational records
• Passport-size photograph
• Any additional documents as requested by the school
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the objective of the scheme?
The objective of the scheme is to identify talented students and nurture them at an early stage who are studying in Class V. - Which is the implementing department of this scheme?
Department of Elementary Education, Government of H.P. - Who is eligible to get the benefits of the scheme?
All the students studying in Class 5th as regular students in the Government Schools are eligible to apply for the State Level examination to be conducted by the SCERT, Solan (H.P.). - Can a general category student be eligible to apply under this scheme?
Yes, this scheme is for all categories of students. - What is the benefit of the scheme?
The selected students shall be eligible for the scholarship from class 6th to 8th. - How much will the scholarship amount be given to the selected students?
The scholarship amount of ₹4000/-, ₹5000/- & ₹6000/- per month in Class 6th, Class 7th & Class 8th will be given to the selected students respectively for 12 months. - What is the duration of the scholarship?
The duration of the scholarship shall be three years (Class 6th to Class 8th). - How many numbers of students will be selected for scholarships under the scheme?
The scholarship will be given to 100 students every year. - Will the exam be conducted every year in the state?
The examination will be conducted every year at the state level by the SCERT, Solan (H.P.). - How will the students be selected under the scheme?
The meritorious students who are eligible for the award of benefits under the scheme will be selected through a state-level examination. - What is the pattern of examination?
The state-level examination will comprise one test of 100 marks consisting of 100 multiple-choice questions of one mark each. The question paper will cover mental ability tests, scholastic aptitude tests, and language tests. - Will there be any negative markings in the examination?
There will be no negative marking in the examination. - What is the condition for the continuity of scholarship?
The student must continue to study in the Government School of H.P. Govt. without repeating any class. It would be mandatory for the student to have at least 75% attendance during the session for which he/she is to be awarded the Scholarship. - How can a student apply under the scheme?
All the interested eligible students may contact their Class Teacher in the school and collect the application form for the scholarship scheme.