The Prime Minister’s Scholarship Scheme (PMSS) for the Wards of Central Armed Police Forces & Assam Rifles (CAPFs & AR) was introduced by the Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India in 2006-07. It aims to encourage higher technical & professional education for the dependent wards & widows of CAPFs & Assam Rifles personnel.
Number of Scholarships:
- 2000 Scholarships per year (1000 for boys & 1000 for girls)
- Renewal cases of previous years will be additional
Benefits
- ₹3,000 per month for girls (₹36,000 per year)
- ₹2,500 per month for boys (₹30,000 per year)
- Duration: Up to 5 years, depending on course duration
Eligibility
- Wards/Widows of deceased CAPFs & Assam Rifles personnel who died in harness/election duty
- Wards of ex-CAPFs & AR personnel disabled due to service-related reasons
- Wards of Gallantry Award recipients
- Wards/Widows of retired and serving CAPFs & AR personnel (Personnel Below Officer Rank)
- First professional degree courses in Engineering, Medicine, BBA, BCA, B. Pharma, B.Sc (Nursing, Agriculture, etc.), MBA, MCA
- Minimum 60% in previous qualification (10+2/Diploma/Graduation)
- Renewal requires 50% marks every year
Order of Preference
- Category-A: Wards/Widows of CAPFs & AR personnel killed in action
- Category-B: Wards of Ex-CAPFs & AR personnel disabled in action
- Category-C: Wards/Widows of CAPFs & AR personnel who died due to service-related reasons
- Category-D: Wards of Ex-CAPFs & AR personnel disabled in service
- Category-E: Wards of Ex-CAPFs & AR personnel Gallantry Award winners
- Category-F: Wards of Ex-CAPFs & AR personnel (PBOR)
- Category-G: Wards of serving CAPFs & AR personnel (PBOR)
Exclusions
- Wards of civilian employees of CAPFs, AR & State Police
- Students pursuing correspondence/distance learning courses
- Applicants already availing other scholarships
- Students studying abroad
- Students changing course/institute after selection
Application Process
Online Application through National Scholarship Portal (NSP)
Website: https://scholarships.gov.in/
Steps for New Applicants
- Visit NSP portal and click “New Registration”
- Read guidelines, accept terms, and proceed
- Fill in registration details
- Login using credentials and select PMSS Scholarship
- Upload documents and submit application
Steps for Renewal Applicants
- Login to NSP portal
- Select “Renew Application”
- Update marks & required documents
- Submit renewal request
Documents Required
- Aadhaar Card
- Service Certificate (for serving personnel)
- PPO/Discharge Certificate (for ex-personnel)
- Disability Certificate (if applicable)
- Death Certificate (if applicable)
- Gallantry Award Certificate (if applicable)
- Marksheet of last qualifying exam (10+2/Diploma/Graduation)
- Bank Passbook (linked to Aadhaar)
Scholarship Payment Process
- Scholarship is directly credited to the applicant’s bank account
- Payment is made via DBT (Direct Benefit Transfer) through PFMS
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: What is the duration of the scholarship?
A: Up to 5 years, depending on the duration of the course.
Q: Can a student apply if already receiving another scholarship?
A: No, students availing benefits from other scholarships are not eligible.
Q: Can students studying abroad apply?
A: No, the scheme is only for students studying in India.
Q: How many children from a family can avail the scholarship?
A: Only two children per family can receive the scholarship.
Q: Where can I contact for queries?
- Phone: 011-23063111
- Email: [email protected]