Haryana Post Matric Scholarship For Minority

The Post Matric Scholarship Scheme 2025 for Lower Income Group Students is an initiative by the Department of Higher Education, Government of Haryana aimed at promoting higher education among financially disadvantaged students. It provides maintenance allowances, tuition fee reimbursements, and additional benefits to help students from lower-income families pursue recognized post-matriculation courses across India. The scheme is implemented through the Centralized Scholarship Portal of Haryana.

Scheme Key Highlights (Short Summary)

• State: Haryana
• Implementing Authority: Department of Higher Education, Haryana
• Scholarship Type: Post Matric Financial Assistance
• Mode of Application: Online via Centralized Scholarship Portal
• Benefit Coverage: Maintenance allowances, tuition fees, study tour charges, thesis printing
• Income Limit: Lower-income group as per Haryana government guidelines
• Disbursement Mode: Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) to student’s bank account

Benefits

Maintenance Allowances (Monthly)

Tuition and Other Fees

• Reimbursement of tuition, library, games, medical, and examination fees payable to the institution.

Study Tour Charges

• Up to ₹100 per year for professional course students to cover travel expenses for educational tours.

Thesis Printing Charges

• Reimbursement for typing and printing of thesis for postgraduate students.

Eligibility Criteria

• Must be a citizen of India and permanent resident of Haryana
• Must belong to a Lower Income Group as defined in scheme guidelines
• Should have passed matriculation or equivalent examination
• Must be pursuing recognized post-matriculation courses in India, such as:

• Degree/Diploma in Engineering, Technology, Medicine, Architecture

• Training at National Fire Service College, Nagpur

• Aircraft Maintenance Engineer’s Course

• Courses at Military College, Dehradun

• Pre-examination coaching for IAS/IPS exams

Important Notes:

• Students in Class XI/XII are not eligible unless Class 10th is treated as matriculation.
• Applicants must have updated and correct details in their Parivar Pehchan Patra (PPP).

Exclusions

• Students pursuing correspondence courses
• Students switching professional fields after completing one professional course (e.g., LLB after B.Ed.)
• Students already receiving scholarships or stipends of higher value
• Students continuing in the same level of education but changing the subject are not eligible

Application Process (Online)

Registration Process

1. Visit Centralized Scholarship Portal

2. Click on Student > Student Registration

3. Enter your Parivar Pehchan Patra (Family ID) and search your name

4. Generate and verify OTP sent to your registered mobile number

5. Cross-check auto-filled details, select your department and college, create a password, and click Register

Application Submission

1. Log in to the portal with your newly created username and password

2. Select the relevant scholarship scheme

3. Fill in all required fields and upload mandatory documents

4. Review carefully and click Final Submit

5. Keep a copy of the submitted application and acknowledgment for reference

Documents Required

• Aadhaar Card Copy
• Recent Photograph
• Signature
• Income Certificate (latest)
• Haryana Domicile Certificate
• Caste Certificate (if applicable)
• 10th Class Certificate
• 12th Class Certificate
• Parivar Pehchan Patra (PPP)
• Fee Receipt of Current Year
• Last Exam Passed Certificate (except for 1st-year students)
• BPL Certificate (if applicable)
• Father’s Death Certificate (if applicable)

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

• What is the Post Matric Scholarship to Lower Income Group Students for Studies in India?
  The Post Matric Scholarship is a financial assistance scheme by the Government of Haryana to help lower-income group students pursue post-matriculation education in recognized institutions across India.
• Which courses are covered under this scholarship?
  The scheme covers all recognized post-matriculation courses, including professional courses at institutions like the National Fire Service College, Nagpur, Military College, Dehradun, and Aircraft Maintenance Engineering courses.
• Can students pursuing a diploma or certificate course apply for this scholarship?
  Yes, students pursuing diploma and certificate courses in recognized fields such as engineering, technology, agriculture, medicine, and physical education are eligible.
• Are postgraduate students eligible for this scholarship?
  Yes, postgraduate students, including those pursuing M.A., M.Sc., M.Com., and L.L.B., are eligible. However, postgraduate medical students must not be allowed to practice during their course.
• Can students studying through correspondence courses apply for the scholarship?
  No, students pursuing studies through correspondence courses are not eligible for this scholarship.
• Is the scholarship applicable for students continuing in the same stage of education in a different subject?
  No, students who have completed one stage of education and are studying the same stage in a different subject (e.g., B.Com. after B.A.) are not eligible.
• Are students who switch professional fields eligible for the scholarship?
  No, students who have completed their studies in one professional line and then enroll in another (e.g., L.L.B. after B.Ed.) are not eligible.
• Can students enrolled in Class XI or XII apply for this scholarship?
  No, students in Class XI or XII in a continuous school course are not eligible. However, students who complete Class X and join a recognized post-matric course are eligible.
• What is the financial assistance provided under this scheme?
  The scholarship includes maintenance charges, tuition fees, study tour expenses, and thesis printing costs. The amount varies based on the course and hostel/day scholar status.
• How much maintenance allowance is given to students staying in hostels?
  Hostel residents receive ₹75 per month for degree courses in engineering, technology, medicine, and similar fields, and ₹65 per month for diploma and certificate courses.
• What is the maintenance allowance for day scholars?
  Day scholars receive ₹60 per month for degree courses and ₹50 per month for diploma/certificate courses. Other courses have different rates based on their nature.
• Does the scholarship cover tuition and other fees?
  Yes, it covers tuition, enrollment, library, medical, examination, and other compulsory fees payable to the institution. However, refundable deposits like caution money are excluded.
• Can students receive other financial assistance along with this scholarship?
  Yes, students can accept monetary grants from the state government or other sources for books, equipment, board, and lodging expenses in addition to this scholarship.

Sources and References

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