The Chief Minister Higher Education Encouragement Scholarship Scheme 2025 is an ambitious initiative by the Department of Higher Education, Government of Uttarakhand, aimed at motivating meritorious students to pursue undergraduate and postgraduate courses in government colleges and state university campuses. This performance-based scholarship is disbursed in two installments per academic year and rewards students for academic excellence throughout their college years.
Scheme Key Highlights (Short Summary)
• Launched by: Department of Higher Education, Government of Uttarakhand
• Target Group: Students pursuing regular Graduation or Post-Graduation in government colleges/universities
• Scholarship Type: Merit-based monthly and lump sum financial aid
• Application Mode: Online via Samarth Portal
• Disbursement: In two installments per year
Benefits
Graduation (First Year)
• 80%+ marks in 12th board required
• ₹3,000/month – 1st Position
• ₹2,000/month – 2nd Position
• ₹1,500/month – 3rd Position
Graduation (2nd, 3rd, 4th Year)
• 60%+ marks in the previous academic year required
• ₹3,000/month – 1st Position
• ₹2,000/month – 2nd Position
• ₹1,500/month – 3rd Position
Final Year (Graduation Aggregate)
• 60%+ marks over 3/4-year course
• ₹35,000 – 1st Position
• ₹25,000 – 2nd Position
• ₹20,000 – 3rd Position
Post-Graduation (Final Year of 2-Year PG Course)
• 60%+ marks in previous year
• ₹5,000/month – 1st Position
• ₹3,000/month – 2nd Position
• ₹2,000/month – 3rd Position
Final Year (PG Aggregate – 1 or 2 Year Program)
• 60%+ marks
• ₹60,000 – 1st Position
• ₹35,000 – 2nd Position
• ₹25,000 – 3rd Position
Top 10% Merit Bonus (All Courses)
• Students scoring 75%+ marks and 75%+ attendance
• ₹1,500/month to top 10% per faculty (excluding 1st/2nd/3rd position holders)
• If multiple students tie at the cutoff, all will receive the scholarship
Eligibility Criteria
• Must be a permanent resident of Uttarakhand
• Must be enrolled in a regular Graduation or Post-Graduation course in a government college/university
• Minimum Marks:
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80% in 12th for 1st year graduation
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60% in previous year for higher graduation years and PG
• Minimum Attendance: 75%
• No disciplinary or legal actions against the student
• Must not be availing another state government scholarship (must choose only one)
• Improvement exam marks are not valid
Exclusions
• Students from non-government institutions
• Students with disciplinary/legal issues
• Students receiving multiple government scholarships (must select one)
• Students scoring marks via improvement exams
Application Process (Online via Samarth Portal)
Registration
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Visit the Samarth Portal
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Click on “Register”
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Fill in details: Name, DOB, Email, Mobile, Aadhaar, Password
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Submit and verify registration
Apply for the Scheme
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Login to the Samarth Portal
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Click “Apply for Scheme” from the dashboard
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Fill in academic, personal, and bank details
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Upload required documents
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Submit the application before the deadline
Documents Required
• Aadhaar Card
• Permanent Residence Certificate (Uttarakhand)
• Latest Income Certificate
• Educational Mark Sheets & Certificates
• Caste Certificate (if applicable)
• Bank Account Details (with passbook copy)
• Any additional documents as required by the portal
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- Who is eligible for this scholarship?
To be eligible, a student must:
1. Be a permanent resident of Uttarakhand.
2. Be enrolled in a graduation or post-graduation course at a government college or government university.
3. Meet the specific academic and attendance criteria outlined in the scheme. - What are the academic criteria for graduation first-year students to receive the scholarship?
Graduation first-year students must have scored at least 80% marks in their 12th examination to be eligible. - What are the academic criteria for students in the second, third, and fourth years of graduation?
Students in the second, third, and fourth years of graduation must have secured at least 60% marks in the previous year’s results. - What are the academic criteria for post-graduation students?
Post-graduation students must have secured at least 60% marks in the previous examination. - How much scholarship is awarded to first-year graduation students?
First-year graduation students are awarded monthly scholarships of ₹3,000/-, ₹2,000/-, and ₹1,500/- for securing first, second, and third positions, respectively. - How much scholarship is awarded to students in the second, third, and fourth years of graduation?
Students in these years receive monthly scholarships of ₹3,000/-, ₹2,000/-, and ₹1,500/- for securing first, second, and third positions, respectively. - What lump sum amounts are awarded after the final year examinations of graduation?
Students who secure first, second, and third positions with a minimum of 60% marks are awarded lump sum amounts of ₹35,000/-, ₹25,000/-, and ₹20,000/-, respectively. - How much scholarship is awarded to post-graduation students in their final year?
Post-graduation students in their final year receive monthly scholarships of ₹5,000/-, ₹3,000/-, and ₹2,000/- for securing first, second, and third positions, respectively. - What lump sum amounts are awarded to post-graduation students after the final year?
Students who secure first, second, and third positions in their respective subjects with a minimum of 60% marks receive lump sum amounts of ₹60,000/-, ₹35,000/-, and ₹25,000/-, respectively. - Can students with equal marks receive the scholarship?
Yes, all students who score the same percentage of marks as the last student in the top 10% list will also receive the scholarship. - What is the attendance requirement for eligibility?
Students must have a minimum of 75% attendance in their course or subject at the college.
What is the academic session period for this scholarship?
The academic session is counted from July 1st to June 30th. Scholarships are payable only during this period. - Can students receive more than one scholarship?
No, students cannot receive more than one type of scholarship from the state government in the same year. They must choose which scholarship to receive if they have multiple options. - Are marks from improvement examinations considered for this scholarship?
No, marks obtained from a marks improvement examination are not considered for this scholarship. - What happens if a student faces disciplinary or legal action?
Students who have faced any disciplinary or legal action from the college or any legal authority are not eligible for the scholarship. - How is the scholarship amount disbursed?
The scholarship is generally disbursed to students in two installments. - What should a student do to apply for the scholarship?
Eligible students need to visit the Samarth Portal to apply for the scholarship. https://cmheiss.samarth.ac.in/index.php/scholarship/scholarship-user/home - What determines a student’s eligibility for the scholarship each session?
Eligibility for each session is based on the previous year’s marks and attendance.