About this education scheme
The scheme was launched by School Education Department, Govt. of Madhya Pradesh to ensure continuity of education for girl students who are the only daughters of their parents. Under this scheme, eligible girl students who are only child of their parents receive a scholarship of Rs. 5,000/- per year.
The "Education Development Scholarship for Single Girl Child" scheme was launched by the School Education Department, Government of Madhya Pradesh, aims to ensure the continuity of education for girl students who are the only daughters of their parents. Under this scheme, eligible girl students who are the only child of their parents and have passed the 10th class examination with at least 60% marks receive a scholarship of Rs. 5,000/- per year.
Benefits at a glance
| Scheme name | Education Development Scholarship for Single Girl Child (EDSSGC) |
|---|---|
| Launched by | School Education Department |
| Benefit type | Cash (money paid to your bank account) |
| Category | Education |
| Level / State | State · Madhya Pradesh |
| Official portal | shikshaportal.mp.gov.in (link at the end of this page) |
Key facts
| Implementing agency | School Education Department, Government Of Madhya Pradesh |
|---|---|
| Scheme for | Individual |
| Application mode | Offline |
| Last date | Ongoing (no last date notified) |
| DBT (direct bank transfer) | No |
Who can apply (quick check)
- 👤Female
- 🎂Age 14 to 40 years
- 📝Offline
Quick check from official data. Full conditions are in the Eligibility section.
What you receive
- Under the scheme, a scholarship of Rs. 5,000/- per year is given to single girl child students.
Note: The scholarship will be deposited directly into the student's bank account.
Who qualifies
- The applicant should be a girl student.
- The applicant should be the only girl child of her parents.
- The girl student should be a permanent resident of Madhya Pradesh.
- The girl student should have scored 60% or more marks in the 10th class examination under the curriculum of the Madhya Pradesh Secondary Education Board.
- The girl should be studying in Class 11 or 12 at a recognized private school.
- The school tuition fees should be less than Rs. 1,500/- per month.
- The girl student should have passed the previous class.
Note 1: If the parents are government employees, a certificate from the head of the office confirming the applicant is the only child or an attested copy of the family list in the ration card, is required.
Note 2: If the parents are not government employees, an affidavit from a notary confirming the applicant is the only child, or an attested copy of the ration card, is required.
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Registration walkthrough
Offline
- To avail of the benefits under this scheme, eligible girl students can contact the Principal of their respective schools/institutions.
Note: The student's profile is entered on the education portal https://shikshaportal.mp.gov.in/ by the teacher of the educational institution as per the record/certificate provided by the student.
Frequently asked questions
Who is eligible for the scholarship?
The applicant must be the only girl child of her parents, a permanent resident of Madhya Pradesh, and have scored at least 60% marks in the 10th examination under the Madhya Pradesh Secondary Education Board.
How much is the scholarship amount?
The scholarship amount is Rs. 5,000 per year.
How is the scholarship amount disbursed?
The scholarship amount is deposited directly into the student’s bank account.
Can students from any school apply for the scholarship?
No, the student must be studying in Class 11 or 12 at a recognized private school.
What is the maximum monthly tuition fee allowed for eligibility?
The school tuition fees should be less than Rs. 1,500 per month.
What is the required percentage of marks in the 10th examination?
The student must have scored 60% or more marks in the 10th class examination.
Can students from government schools apply for the scholarship?
No, the scheme is specifically for students studying in recognized private schools.
How can eligible students apply for the scholarship?
Eligible students should contact the Principal of their respective government schools/institutions for application details.
How often is the scholarship amount disbursed?
The scholarship is disbursed annually.
Submit your application yourself on the official portal; it costs nothing. Treat anyone demanding money to "get you approved" as a scam.
- Scheme Details cmhelpline.mp.gov.in
- Guidelines (Page No. 32) aiggpa.mp.gov.in (PDF)
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