The Post Matric Scholarship for Students with Disabilities is a flagship scheme launched by the Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (DoEPwD) under the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of India. This initiative aims to provide financial support to students with disabilities who are pursuing post-matric qualifications, helping them overcome the barriers of education and leading them towards a more dignified and self-sufficient life.
Key Highlights
• Scheme Name: Post Matric Scholarship for Students with Disabilities
• Launched By: Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (DoEPwD)
• Target Beneficiaries: Students with 40% or more disability
• Education Level: Class 11 onwards to Post Graduation
• Annual Income Limit: ₹2.50 Lakh
• Application Mode: Online through the National Scholarship Portal
• Official Portal: https://scholarships.gov.in
Benefits
A. Maintenance Allowance (Monthly)
| Group | Eligible Courses | Hosteller | Day Scholar |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group 1 | Bachelor’s/PG in Medicine, Engineering, Architecture, Business, Computer Science, etc. | ₹1,600 | ₹750 |
| Group 2 | Professional Diplomas in LLB, Pharma, Hotel Management, etc. | ₹1,100 | ₹700 |
| Group 3 | General UG Courses (BA, B.Sc., B.Com) | ₹950 | ₹650 |
| Group 4 | Post-Matric Non-degree (Class 11, 12, ITI, Diploma) | ₹900 | ₹550 |
B. Disability Allowance (Annual)
• Visually Impaired: ₹4,000
• Hearing Impaired: ₹2,000
• Orthopedically Handicapped: ₹2,000
• Intellectual Disabilities: ₹4,000
• Others: ₹2,000
C. Other Benefits
• Book Allowance: ₹1,500 per annum
• Tuition Fees: As per actuals (receipts required)
Eligibility Criteria
• Must be a student with disability, with 40% or more certified disability as per the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016
• Should be pursuing post-matric education: Class 11, 12, Diploma, Degree, or Postgraduate programs
• Must be studying in a recognized institution by UGC/AICTE
• Annual family income must be ₹2.50 Lakh or below
• Should not be availing of any other central/state-funded scholarship
• Only two students per family are eligible (twins allowed as an exception)
• The student must not have failed the last qualifying examination
Exclusions
• More than two students from the same family (except twins)
• Students availing other scholarships/stipends
• Students who fail or repeat a class
• Applicants furnishing false documents/information
Application Process (Online via NSP)
Step-by-Step Guide:
Step 1: Visit https://scholarships.gov.in
Step 2: Click on New Registration and accept the undertaking
Step 3: Fill in personal details to receive the Application ID via SMS
Step 4: Log in using Application ID & complete OTP verification
Step 5: Reset password and go tothe Applicant Dashboard
Step 6: Fill in academic, bank & disability details in the Application Form
Step 7: Upload documents and click Final Submit
Documents Required
• Recent Passport-sized Photograph
• Aadhaar Card
• Age Proof
• Disability Certificate (as per RPwD Act 2016)
• Income Certificate
• Tuition Fee Receipt
• Previous Year Marksheet
• Bank Account Details (of student or guardian)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- Am I eligible for this scholarship if two of my siblings are availing the benefits of this scheme?
No. You won’t be eligible in this case. - By when shall the scholarship become payable?
The scholarship will become payable after the student has secured admission and has started attending classes. - Is there validity to the scheme’s benefits?
The benefits are provided for the complete duration of the course. - What would be the mode of payment of the scholarship?
The payment of the scholarship will be through DBT. - Will the Maintenance Allowance be provided as a lump sum or in installments?
Maintenance allowance will be given as a fixed lump sum - What if there is more than one student with equal marks for the last available slot?
In such cases, the percentage of disability will be considered. The candidate with a higher percentage of disability will get preference. In case there is still a tie, the age will be considered, and the older candidate will get preference. - Will I be eligible for the scholarship if I fail to get promoted to the next semester?
Yes, 50% of the total slots are reserved for girls. - Can I apply offline for the scholarship?
No. You need to visit https://scholarships.gov.in/ to apply. - Is there any application fee?
No. The entire application process is completely free of cost. - I am a renewal applicant. Am I allowed to migrate to another school during the period of the academic course?
No. Doing so may result in suspension or cancellation of the scholarship. - What if a student violates school discipline or any other terms and conditions of the scholarship?
In such cases, his/her scholarship may be suspended or cancelled. - How will the school decide if a student has been regular in attendance?
The criteria for the same will be decided by the competent authority of the school. - Do I need to complete the application in one sitting?
No. You can save the application as a draft and continue at a later time before the deadline. - How do I track the status of my application?
You can check the same anytime by visiting the Applicant Dashboard and clicking “Track Status” in the left pane. - What should be the type and size of the documents to be uploaded?
The format should be .pdf or .jpeg. The size of each document should not be greater than 200 kb. - In what cases is a Bonafide Certificate from the institute needed?
The Bonafide Certificate is needed to be uploaded with the application in a case where the institute is located in a State/UT different from the domicile State/UT of the applicant. - How do I know if a field in the application form is mandatory?
The mandatory fields have a red asterisk (*) mark at the end.