The Integrated Scholarship Scheme, launched by the Higher Education Department, Government of Madhya Pradesh, aims to provide financial assistance to meritorious students who are unable to avail of other scholarships. This scheme supports students in PhD, M.Phil., Postgraduate (merit-based and merit-cum-means-based), Graduation (merit-based and merit-cum-means-based), and Sports categories.
The scholarship amount ranges from ₹300/- to ₹600/- per month and is available for students studying in government or aided private colleges.
Benefits
The scholarship rates under the scheme are as follows:
| Sl. No. | Type of Scholarship | Amount per Month (₹) | Quota |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | PhD | ₹600/- | 18 |
| 2 | M.Phil. | ₹500/- | 14 |
| 3 | Postgraduate (Merit-based) | ₹500/- | 73 |
| 4 | Postgraduate (Merit-cum-means-based) | ₹500/- | 73 |
| 5 | Sports | ₹300/- | 22 |
| 6 | Graduation (Merit-based) | ₹300/- | 146 |
| 7 | Graduation (Merit-cum-means-based) | ₹300/- | 146 |
Note: The scholarship is provided for 10 months per year.
Eligibility Criteria
To qualify for this scheme, students must meet the following eligibility conditions:
General Eligibility:
- The applicant must be a native of Madhya Pradesh.
- The applicant must be studying in a government or aided private college.
- The annual family income of the applicant’s parents/guardians should not exceed ₹54,000/-.
Academic Eligibility:
- PhD: Minimum 55% marks in post-graduation.
- M.Phil.: Minimum 55% marks in post-graduation.
- Postgraduate (Merit-based): Minimum 55% marks in graduation.
- Postgraduate (Merit-cum-means-based): Minimum 55% marks in graduation.
- Graduation (Merit-based): Minimum 60% marks in the Board of Secondary Education qualifying exam.
- Graduation (Merit-cum-means-based): Minimum 55% marks in the Board of Secondary Education qualifying exam.
- Sports Scholarship: The applicant should be:
- A member of the National Sports Team in the Madhya Pradesh school team.
- A member of the adult state team.
- Secured one of the first three positions in a state-level competition.
Application Process
Offline Application
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Advertisement Issuance:
- The Directorate of Higher Education publishes advertisements inviting applications.
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Application Submission:
- Students must submit their applications along with necessary documents before the deadline.
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Application Review & Selection:
- Applications are evaluated based on merit and selected according to the prescribed quota.
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Approval & Disbursement:
- After approval by the Commissioner of Higher Education, the scholarship amount is transferred directly to the student’s bank account.
Note: New applicants are selected based on merit.
Documents Required
- Passport-size Photograph
- Aadhaar Card
- Domicile Certificate of Madhya Pradesh
- Previous Class Marksheet
- Income Certificate
- Caste Certificate (If applicable)
- Samagra ID
- Bank Passbook (Bank Account Details)
- Current College Code
- Any other required documents
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: Who is eligible for the Integrated Scholarship Scheme?
Students studying in government or aided private colleges in Madhya Pradesh with a family income below ₹54,000/- per annum can apply.
Q: What types of scholarships are available under this scheme?
The scheme offers scholarships for PhD, M.Phil., Postgraduate (merit-based and merit-cum-means-based), Graduation (merit-based and merit-cum-means-based), and Sports students.
Q: How much financial assistance is provided under the PhD scholarship?
PhD students receive ₹600/- per month for 10 months.
Q: What is the monthly scholarship amount for M.Phil. students?
M.Phil. students receive ₹500/- per month for 10 months.
Q: How much do postgraduate students receive under the merit-based and merit-cum-means-based categories?
Both merit-based and merit-cum-means-based postgraduate students receive ₹500/- per month.
Q: What is the scholarship amount for graduate students under the merit-based category?
Graduate students (merit-based) receive ₹300/- per month.
Q: How much do graduate students receive under the merit-cum-means-based category?
Graduate students (merit-cum-means-based) receive ₹300/- per month.
Q: How much is the sports scholarship?
Sports students receive ₹300/- per month.
Q: How long is the scholarship provided?
The scholarship is provided for 10 months each year.
Q: How is the scholarship amount disbursed?
The scholarship amount is directly transferred to the student’s bank account.
Q: Can students from private colleges apply for this scholarship?
Yes, students from aided private colleges are eligible.
Q: How can students apply for the Integrated Scholarship Scheme?
Students must submit an offline application through their college. The Directorate of Higher Education will review and approve applications based on merit.