The Post-Matric Scholarship is a scheme under the Higher Education Department of Madhya Pradesh aimed at providing financial assistance to students belonging to economically weaker sections of society to pursue higher education after matriculation. This scheme helps reduce financial burdens on students and encourages them to continue their education beyond secondary school. It covers tuition fees, maintenance allowances, and other related expenses, promoting educational inclusivity and empowerment for disadvantaged students.
Benefits
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- Reimbursement of full fee for professional courses when the fee is fixed by the Admission and Fee Regulatory Commission.
- Reimbursement of full fee prescribed in the course of government institutions
- In the courses of non-government colleges, half of the compulsory fee is reimbursed up to the income limit of ₹2,50,000/-, and for students with an income limit of ₹2,50,000/- to ₹6,00,000/-.
- Monthly living allowance in undergraduate and postgraduate courses-
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- Non-hosteler- ₹300/-
- Hostel – ₹570/-
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Eligibility Criteria
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The applicant should belong to the Scheduled Caste category.• If the applicant studying in non-government institutions, the annual income limit of parents/guardians is up to ₹6,00,000/-.• There is no income limit for government institutions.
Application Process
Online Registration
- Visit the Official Website: Go to the State Scholarship Portal.
- Register Yourself: Click on “Register Yourself” on the homepage.
- Read the Guidelines: Carefully review the registration instructions, then click “Continue”.
- Fill in Required Details:
- Scholarship Category
- State
- Full Name
- Date of Birth
- Gender
- Contact Details (Mobile, Email, etc.)
- Submit Registration Form: Click on “Submit Register” to generate your Student Application ID.
Filling the Application Form
- Login to the Scholarship Portal:
- Enter Application ID, Password, and Captcha.
- Select the Scholarship Scheme: Click on Post-Matric Scholarship.
- Enter Personal & Educational Details:
- Name
- Father’s Name
- Samagra ID
- Aadhaar Number
- Bank Account Details
- Upload Required Documents: Attach photo, signature, and necessary documents.
- Review & Submit: Ensure all mandatory fields are completed, then submit the application.
- Reimbursement Process: After approval, the scholarship amount is credited to the student’s bank account through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).
Documents Required
- Aadhaar Card
- Bank Account Details
- Income Certificate of Parents
- Passport-Size Photographs
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1: What is the Post-Matric Scholarship?
A1: It is a financial assistance scheme for economically weaker students belonging to the Scheduled Caste category, enabling them to pursue higher education after matriculation.
Q2: What are the benefits of this scholarship?
A2: The scheme provides tuition fee reimbursement, living allowance, and other educational expenses, based on the student’s institution type and family income.
Q3: What is the financial eligibility criteria?
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- No income limit for students studying in government institutions.
- For non-government institutions, the annual family income should not exceed ₹6,00,000.
Q4: Is there an income limit for government institutions?
A4: No, students studying in government institutions are eligible regardless of family income.
Q5: Who can apply for this scholarship?
A5: Scheduled Caste students from Madhya Pradesh who meet the income criteria and are pursuing post-matric education.
Q6: Can students from other states apply?
A6: No, only permanent residents of Madhya Pradesh are eligible.
Q7: How can I apply for the scholarship?
A7: Applications are accepted online through the State Scholarship Portal 2.0 of Madhya Pradesh.
Q8: Can I apply offline?
A8: No, the application is only accepted through the online portal.
Q9: What is DBT (Direct Benefit Transfer)?
A9: DBT is a system where the scholarship amount is directly credited to the student’s bank account.
Q10: Under which department does this scheme operate?
A10: The scheme is administered by the Higher Education Department of the Madhya Pradesh Government.