The Prime Minister’s Scholarship Scheme (PMSS) for the Wards/Widows of Central Police Force (CPF) Personnel was introduced in the academic year 2006-07 by the Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India.
Objective:
The scheme aims to encourage higher education for the wards and widows of CPF personnel who have:
- Died in harness
- Been disabled while on duty
- Received Gallantry Awards
Scope of the Scholarship:
- 5000 scholarships available annually, including:
- 910 scholarships for CPFs (MHA-controlled)
- 90 scholarships for Railway Protection Force (RPF, Ministry of Railways)
- Courses covered: Technical and professional courses in Engineering, Medicine, IT, Management, and other disciplines
Benefits
Scholarship Amount:
- ₹1,250 per month for boys
- ₹1,500 per month for girls
Duration of the Scholarship:
- 2 to 5 years, depending on the course duration (as per regulatory body guidelines).
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Wards and widows of CPF personnel who:
- Died in action (killed on duty)
- Died in harness (while in service but not in action)
- Were disabled in action
- Were disabled while in service (with disability attributable to government service)
- Received Gallantry Awards
- Wards of ex-CPFs personnel (PBOR – Below Officer Rank)
- Wards of in-service personnel (PBOR), subject to merit-based selection
Order of Preference:
If the number of applications exceeds available scholarships, the preference order will be:
| Category | Eligible Candidates |
|---|---|
| Category A | Wards/Widows of CPFs personnel killed in action |
| Category B | Wards of CPFs personnel disabled in action |
| Category C | Wards of CPFs personnel who received Gallantry Awards |
| Category D | Wards/Widows of CPFs personnel who died in harness |
| Category E | Wards of CPFs personnel disabled in service |
| Category F | Wards of ex-CPFs personnel (PBOR) |
| Category G | Wards of in-service personnel (PBOR) (Based on merit) |
Academic Requirement:
- Minimum 60% marks in Class 12 (10+2) for initial sanction.
- Minimum 50% marks in each subsequent year for renewal.
Eligible Courses:
- Professional degree programs only (Medical, Engineering, Dental, Veterinary, MBA, MCA, etc.)
- Courses must be approved by AICTE, MCI, or other government regulatory bodies.
Other Conditions:
- Open to widows and unmarried wards of CPF personnel.
- Marriage/re-marriage after selection does not disqualify the candidate.
- Only two children per family can receive the scholarship.
Application Process
Offline Application Process:
Application Deadline: 30th November each year
Submission: The applicant must submit the application to the concerned CPF headquarters.
Verification:
- Force HQs will scrutinize applications and send selected ones to Welfare & Rehabilitation Board (WARB), CPFs, CGO Complex, New Delhi by 15th December.
Final Selection: - WARB prepares the final list and forwards it to MHA by 31st December.
- Selected candidates are informed directly by WARB and MHA.
Important Notes:
- Direct applications to WARB or MHA will not be entertained.
- Incomplete applications or those received after the deadline will be rejected.
- Applications must be verified by CPF headquarters before submission.
- Two self-addressed envelopes (27×12 cm) with stamps must be attached for acknowledgment.
- Scholarships will be disbursed via direct bank transfer (ECS mode preferred).
- The total financial assistance from this and any other scheme should not exceed the total education costs.
- If false information is provided, the candidate will be disqualified and required to refund the amount.
Documents Required
Mandatory Documents:
- Matriculation Certificate (Class 10) – Proof of Birth
- Class 12 Marksheet (For MBA/MCA candidates, proof of minimum entry qualification required)
- Bonafide Certificate from College/Institution
- Marksheet of the previous academic year (for renewal applications)
- Certificate confirming no academic drop-out
- Certificate stating AICTE/MCI approval of institution
- Discharge Certificate or ID card of ex-CPF personnel
- Copy of PPO (Pension Payment Order) for widows receiving a pension
- Death Certificate (if applicable)
- Dependency Certificate (for wards of CPF personnel)
- Disability Certificate (if applicable)
- Bank Account Details (Linked with Electronic Clearing System – ECS)
- Pre-receipt declaration signed on ₹1 revenue stamp
Note: If marksheets use a grading system, an official conversion certificate from the Board is required.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: What is the aim of this scheme?
A: The scheme supports higher technical and professional education for the wards and widows of CPF personnel.
Q: Who is the implementing agency?
A: The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) and Welfare and Rehabilitation Board (WARB).
Q: When was this scheme launched?
A: The scheme was introduced in 2006-07.
Q: Who can apply?
A: Wards and widows of CPF personnel, including those killed or disabled in action, gallantry awardees, or deceased while in service.
Q: What courses are eligible?
A: Engineering, Medical, MBA, MCA, Veterinary, and other professional degree courses.
Q: What is the minimum percentage required to apply?
A: 60% in Class 12 (10+2) for initial sanction.
Q: What percentage is needed for scholarship renewal?
A: Minimum 50% marks in each year for renewal.
Q: Can married applicants apply?
A: Yes, widows and unmarried wards can apply. However, marriage/re-marriage after selection does not disqualify them.
Q: How many children in a family can avail the benefits?
A: Only two children per family can receive the scholarship.
Q: How much scholarship amount is given?
A:
- ₹1,250 per month for boys
- ₹1,500 per month for girls
Q: What is the duration of the scholarship?
A: 2 to 5 years, depending on the course duration.
Q: How can I apply?
A: Applications must be submitted offline to the concerned CPF headquarters.