The Swami Vivekananda Post-Matric Scholarship Scheme 2025 is a flagship initiative by the School Education Department, Government of Madhya Pradesh, to support meritorious students from economically disadvantaged backgrounds. Designed for students belonging to the Below Poverty Line (BPL) category, this scholarship ensures that financial hardship does not hinder bright young minds from continuing their Class 11 and 12 education in government schools.
Key Highlights
• State: Madhya Pradesh
• Department: School Education Department, MP
• Target Students: Class 11 & 12 students from BPL families
• School Type: Only government schools
• Scholarship Amount:
- ₹550 per year for girls
- ₹500 per year for boys
• Income Limit: Annual family income must be less than ₹1,00,000
• Application Mode: Offline (via school authorities)
• Disbursement: Direct Bank Transfer (DBT)
Benefits
| Gender | Scholarship Amount per Year |
|---|---|
| Girls | ₹550 |
| Boys | ₹500 |
• The amount is credited directly to the student’s bank account
• Valid for one academic year with renewal based on continued eligibility
Eligibility Criteria
• The applicant must be a resident of Madhya Pradesh
• Must be enrolled in Class 11 or 12 in a government school
• Belong to the Below Poverty Line (BPL) category
• Annual family income should not exceed ₹1,00,000
• Students must have achieved:
- First division in Class 10 to apply in Class 11
- First division in Class 11 to apply in Class 12
Exclusions
• Students studying in private schools are not eligible
• Students not belonging to the BPL category
• Students who fail in Class 11 or 12 will not receive the scholarship
• Students from outside Madhya Pradesh are ineligible
Application Process (Offline via School)
- Eligible students should contact the Principal of their respective government schools.
- The school verifies the documents and enters student data into the official Education Portal: https://shikshaportal.mp.gov.in
- Scholarship disbursement is done based on the certified records submitted by the school.
Documents Required
• Passport-size Photograph
• Aadhaar Card
• Madhya Pradesh Domicile Certificate
• BPL Certificate/Ration Card
• Previous Class Marksheet
• Income Certificate
• Samagra ID
• Bank Passbook (student’s account)
• Any additional documents as requested by school authorities
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- Who is eligible for this scholarship?
Students studying in Class 11 must have passed their 10th board examination with a first division, and students studying in Class 12 must have passed their Class 11 examination with a first division to be eligible for this scholarship. - How much scholarship amount is provided under this scheme?
Girl students receive ₹550 per year, and boy students receive ₹500 per year. - How is the scholarship amount disbursed?
The scholarship amount is sent directly to the student’s bank account. - Is this scholarship available for students in private schools?
No, this scholarship is only available for students studying in government schools. - How can students apply under the scheme?
Eligible students can contact the Principal of their respective government schools to apply. - Can students from outside Madhya Pradesh apply for this scholarship?
No, only residents of Madhya Pradesh are eligible for this scholarship. - What is the annual family income limit for eligibility?
The annual family income from all sources should be less than ₹1,00,000/-. - Can students who failed in Class 11 or 12 apply for the scholarship next year?
No, students must have passed their respective previous class examinations with a first division to be eligible. - What is the duration of the scholarship?
The scholarship is provided for the duration of Class 11 and Class 12, as long as the student meets the eligibility criteria.