About this education scheme
The objective of the scheme is to increase the Gross Enrolment Ratio of SC students in higher education by providing financial assistance to students from economically weaker families at the post-matriculation or post-secondary level, enabling them to continue and complete their education.
The scheme Post-Matric Scholarship for SC Students under the Department of Social Justice and Empowerment, Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, aims to increase the Gross Enrolment Ratio of SC students in higher education, especially those from the poorest households, by providing financial assistance at the post-matriculation or post-secondary stage to help them continue and complete their education.
- Scope
- These scholarships are available for studies in India only and the awardees are selected by the State Government/Union Territory to which the applicant actually belongs (i.e. the State/UT in which permanently settled or domiciled, as per the terms of domicile decided by the State).
- This is applicable to all the students who are currently beneficiaries of the scheme as well as fresh admissions.
The Post-Matric Scholarship Scheme for SC Students categorizes courses into four groups:
- Group I: Degree and Post Graduate level courses in Medicine, Engineering, Technology, Planning, Architecture, Design, Fashion Technology, Agriculture, Veterinary Sciences, Management, Business Finance/Administration, Computer Science/Applications Commercial Pilot License (including helicopter pilot and multiengine rating) course
- Group II: Post Graduate Diploma courses in various branches of Management & medicine C.A/I.C.W.A. /C.S./I.C.F.A. etc.
- Group III: Graduate and Post Graduate courses not covered under Group 1 & Group 2 B.A / B.Sc. / B.Com etc. M.A/ M.Sc. / M.Com etc.
- Group IV: Management & Catering, Travel/Tourism/Hospitality Management, Interior Decoration, Nutrition & Dietetics, Commercial Art, Financial Services (e.g. Banking, Insurance, Taxation etc.).
Benefits at a glance
| Scheme name | Post-Matric Scholarship for SC students (PMSFSS) |
|---|---|
| Launched by | Ministry Of Social Justice and Empowerment |
| Department | Department of Social Justice & Empowerment |
| Benefit type | Cash (money paid to your bank account) |
| Category | Education |
| Level / State | Central · All India |
| Official portal | scholarships.gov.in (link at the end of this page) |
Key facts
| Scheme type | Centrally Sponsored Scheme |
|---|---|
| Scheme for | Individual |
| Application mode | Online |
| Last date | Ongoing (no last date notified) |
| DBT (direct bank transfer) | No |
| Family income limit | Up to Rs. 2.5 lakh per year |
Who can apply (quick check)
- 👤All genders
- 💰Income Rs. 2.5 lakh tak
- 📝Online
Quick check from official data. Full conditions are in the Eligibility section.
What you receive
| Category Of Courses | Hostellers (Yearly) | Day Scholars ( Yearly) |
| Group-1 Degree and post Graduate Level professional courses | Rs. 13,000/- | Rs. 7,000/- |
| Group-2: Other Professional Courses leading to Degree, Diploma, Certificate | Rs. 9,500/- | Rs. 6,500/- |
| Group-3 Graduate and Post Graduate courses not covered under group 1 & group II | Rs. 6,000/- | Rs. 3,000/- |
| Group-4: All post matriculation (Post Class X level non-degree courses. | Rs. 4,000/- | Rs. 2,500/- |
Note 1. Ten percent extra allowances shall be provided for Divyang students.
Note 2. Students pursuing C.A. /I.C.W.A. /C.S. /I.C.F.A. shall be treated as day scholars for the purpose of academic allowance. Students studying through correspondence/online courses shall not be eligible for academic allowance.
Who qualifies
- The scholarships are open to Indian nationals only.
- Only candidates who belong to Scheduled Castes and have passed the Matriculation, Higher Secondary, or a higher examination of a recognized university or Board of Secondary Education are eligible.
- Scholarships will be paid to students whose parents' or guardians' income from all sources does not exceed Rs. 2,50,000/- per annum.
- The ceiling on age limit for admission as a regular student in different classes should be decided by the concerned institutions.
- Candidates who are studying in the same stage of education in a different subject after passing one stage of education are not eligible.
- Students who pursue their studies through correspondence or online courses are also eligible.
- All children of any parent or guardian are entitled to receive benefits of the scheme.
- A scholarship holder under this scheme will not hold any other scholarship or stipend.
Who is not eligible
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Registration walkthrough
Online
Registration for New Applicant
- Open the official NSP website and click on New Registration under Applicant Corner.
- Read the Instruction /Guidelines, provide the under taking by click on Check box and click on Continue.
- Start the registration by Mobile OTP.
- Required document (Aadhaar Details and Bank Account Details)
Registered Applicant
- Open the official NSP website and click on Fresh Application under Applicant Corner
- Login with application ID & password.
- Select the Scholarship.
- Fill out the applicant form.
- Upload the required documents.
- Submit.
Frequently asked questions
What is this scheme ?
The Post-Matric Scholarship Scheme for Scheduled Caste (SC) Students is a Centrally Sponsored Scheme implemented by the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of India.
What are the main objective of the scheme?
The objective of the scheme is to appreciably increase the Gross Enrolment Ratio of SC students in higher education with a focus on those from the poorest households, by providing financial assistance at post-matriculation or post-secondary stage to enable them to complete their education
What benefits are provided under the scheme?
Financial Benefits are provided.
What benefits are provided to the Disabled students ?
In addition, a 10% extra allowance shall be given to Divyang (Disabled) students.
Who can get the benefits ?
The scholarships are open to Indian nationals only.
Is other category student also get the benefits ?
Only candidates who belong to Scheduled Castes and have passed the Matriculation, Higher Secondary, or a higher examination of a recognized university or Board of Secondary Education are eligible
What is eligible income criteria ?
Scholarships will be paid to students whose parents' or guardians' income from all sources does not exceed Rs. 2,50,000/- per annum.
What is the procedure to apply ?
1. Applicant must register them self on NSP portal.
2. Login with their credentials and apply.
What documents are required ?
1. Photograph.
2. Academic Certificate.
3. Caste Certificate.
4. Income proof.
5. Domicile Certificate.
6. Bank Account Details.
7. Aadhaar Card.
What is the NSP URL ?
URL :https://scholarships.gov.in/
Submit your application yourself on the official portal; it costs nothing. Treat anyone demanding money to "get you approved" as a scam.
- Guidelines socialjustice.gov.in (PDF)
- FAQ scholarships.gov.in (PDF)
- NSP Website scholarships.gov.in
tsmpb.in is not affiliated with any government department. Apply only on the official portal and never pay anyone for an application.
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