The State Merit Scholarship for Undergraduate Girl Students 2025 is an initiative by the Department of Higher Education, Government of Haryana, to promote higher education among meritorious girls studying in government colleges. This scheme offers a financial incentive of ₹3,000 per annum to the top 10 eligible girl students per government college, based on their 10+2 exam performance.
Implemented through the Centralized Scholarship Portal of Haryana, the scheme ensures that talented young women are not deprived of education due to financial constraints.
Key Highlights
• State: Haryana
• Department: Directorate of Higher Education, Government of Haryana
• Target Group: Meritorious Girl Students
• Level of Study: Undergraduate (General degree courses only)
• Scholarship Amount: ₹3,000 per year
• Scholarship Count: Top 10 girl students per government college
• Disbursement Mode: Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT)
• Portal: Haryana Scholarship Portal
Benefits
• ₹3,000 per annum to each selected student
• Renewable for up to 3 years of undergraduate study
• Disbursed directly via DBT to Aadhaar-linked bank account
Conditions for Renewal
• Must secure at least 55% marks in each annual examination
• In case of absence due to illness, a valid medical certificate must be submitted and approved by the Head of Institution
Eligibility Criteria
• Applicant must be a girl student
• Must have passed 10+2 with at least 60% marks
• Must be enrolled in a general UG course in a Government College in Haryana
• Must not be receiving any other scholarship or stipend
• Must have a valid Parivar Pehchan Patra (PPP)
• No income limit applies
Preference Rules
If two or more students have the same marks:
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Marks will be considered up to three decimal places
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If still tied, the younger candidate will be preferred
Exclusions
• Students enrolled in correspondence courses or open universities
• Students receiving other financial aid
• Applicants providing false or incomplete information
• Students changing colleges without permission may lose eligibility
Application Process (Online via Centralized Scholarship Portal)
Registration Process
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Click Student > Student Registration
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Enter your Parivar Pehchan Patra (PPP) number and verify your identity via OTP
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Cross-check your auto-filled details
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Select your college and department, create a password, and click Register
Application Submission
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Log in to the portal using your credentials
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Navigate to the Merit Scholarship for UG Girl Students scheme
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Fill in all required fields and upload scanned documents
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Review and correct the form if necessary
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Click “Apply” to submit the application
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You’ll receive a confirmation message and application ID
Documents Required
• Aadhaar Card
• Recent Photograph
• Applicant’s Signature
• Haryana Domicile Certificate
• Parivar Pehchan Patra (PPP)
• 10th and 12th Mark Sheets
• Fee Receipt from the College
• Last Exam Passed Certificate (except for 1st-year students)
• Income Certificate (if applicable)
• BPL Certificate (if applicable)
• Father’s Death Certificate (if applicable)
• Caste Certificate (if applicable)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Merit Scholarship to Undergraduate Girl Students scheme?
The Merit Scholarship for Undergraduate Girl Students is a financial assistance program by the Higher Education Department, Government of Haryana, aimed at supporting meritorious girls pursuing general degree courses in government colleges. - Who is eligible to apply for this scholarship?
Girl students who have passed their 10+2 examination with at least 60% marks and are enrolled in a general degree course at a government college in Haryana are eligible. - Can a student continue receiving the scholarship if they change their college?
The guidelines do not specify whether a transfer of the scholarship to another college is allowed. It is best to check with the Directorate of Higher Education, Haryana. - What happens if incorrect information is provided in the application form?
If any incorrect or incomplete information is found in the application form, the scholarship will be canceled. - What criteria are used to select students if multiple candidates have the same marks?
If multiple students have the same marks, selection is based on marks calculated up to three decimal places. If still tied, the younger student is given priority. - What happens if a student is unable to appear for the annual examination due to illness?
The scholarship may be renewed for the next academic year if the student submits a valid medical certificate approved by the Head of the Institution. - How can a student apply for this scholarship?
Students need to submit their application through their respective government college, which will forward it to the Directorate of Higher Education, Haryana. - What are the documents required to apply for this scholarship?
Applicants need to submit their 10+2 marksheet, proof of enrollment in a government college, valid ID proof, domicile certificate (if applicable), bank account details, and a self-declaration stating they are not availing of any other scholarship. - Can a student reapply for the scholarship if their application was rejected?
If an application is rejected due to ineligibility or incorrect details, the student may not be able to reapply unless otherwise stated by the authorities. - Who should students contact for queries regarding the scholarship?
Students can contact the Head of their Institution or the Directorate of Higher Education, Haryana, for any queries related to the scholarship.