The Prime Minister’s Special Scholarship Scheme (PMSSS) 2025 is a flagship initiative by the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) under the Ministry of Education, Government of India. It aims to provide financial support to students from Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh pursuing higher education in various disciplines outside their home state.
Short Summary
| Scheme Name | Prime Minister’s Special Scholarship Scheme (PMSSS) 2025 |
| Launched By | AICTE, Ministry of Education, Govt. of India |
| Beneficiaries | Students of Jammu & Kashmir & Ladakh |
| Courses Covered | General, Professional, Engineering, Medical UG Programs |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Official Website | https://www.aicte-jk-scholarship-gov.in |
Benefits
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Full coverage of tuition fees for professional and general degree courses
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Maintenance allowance of ₹1 lakh per year for hostel, food, books, and other expenses
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Seat reservation in top Indian colleges under the scheme
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Free counseling and admission guidance through AICTE
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Encouragement to pursue quality education outside J&K and Ladakh
Eligibility Criteria
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Must be a domicile of Jammu & Kashmir or Ladakh
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Passed Class 12th from JKBOSE/CBSE schools located in J&K or Ladakh
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Year of passing 12th should be 2023 or 2024 (for 2025 cycle)
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Annual family income should be ₹8 lakh or below
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Must register on the official portal and apply only through online counseling
Financial Assistance
| Stream | Tuition Fee Covered | Maintenance Allowance |
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| General Degree | Up to ₹30,000/year | ₹1,00,000/year |
| Professional Course | Up to ₹1,25,000/year | ₹1,00,000/year |
| Engineering/Medical | Up to ₹3,00,000/year | ₹1,00,000/year |
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Funds are credited directly to institution (tuition) and student’s bank account (maintenance)
Documents Required
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Aadhaar Card
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Domicile Certificate (J&K or Ladakh)
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10th & 12th Marksheet
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Income Certificate (issued after April 2025)
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Photograph (passport size)
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Valid bank account details (student’s name)
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Valid mobile number and email ID
Important Dates
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Application Start Date: 15th May 2025
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Last Date for Registration: 30th June 2025
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Document Verification Deadline: 10th July 2025
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Merit List Release: 15th July 2025
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Counseling & Seat Allotment: 20th July to 10th August 2025
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Scholarship Disbursement: From September 2025 onwards
Application Process
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Visit the official PMSSS portal: https://www.aicte-jk-scholarship-gov.in
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Click on “New Registration”
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Fill personal, academic, and domicile details
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Upload required documents
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Submit the form and take a printout
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Complete document verification at nearest Facilitation Center
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Participate in online counseling and seat allotment process
Online Status Check
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Visit the PMSSS portal
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Login with your Application ID and password
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Go to the Dashboard
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Click on “Application Status”
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View verification status, merit rank, and allotment result
Selection Process
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Based on Class 12 merit score and document verification
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Separate merit lists prepared for General, Professional, and Medical courses
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Final seat allotment via AICTE online counseling only
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Preference given to low-income and border/rural area applicants
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: How much amount can I receive for a scholarship?
Up to ₹3,00,000 for tuition and ₹1,00,000 for maintenance per year.
Q: What criteria should be met to be eligible for a scholarship?
You must be a J&K or Ladakh domicile, passed Class 12 from a local school, and have a family income ≤ ₹8 lakh.
Q: How can I check my scholarship status?
Login at https://www.aicte-jk-scholarship-gov.in using your Application ID and view the status in the dashboard.
Q: What are my chances of gaining a scholarship?
Chances are high if you score well in Class 12 and verify documents on time.
Q: How do I know if I am eligible to apply?
Use the eligibility section or register on the portal to check the automatic screening.
Q: What should I submit with my scholarship application?
Class 10 & 12 mark sheets, Aadhaar, income certificate, domicile proof, and photo.
Q: What is online application and login process for the scholarship?
Visit the official site, complete registration, upload documents, verify at center, and participate in counseling.
Contact Information
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Official Website: https://www.aicte-jk-scholarship-gov.in
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AICTE PMSSS Email: [email protected]
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PMSSS Helpline: 011-29581000 / 29581333
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Facilitation Center Details: Available on the official portal