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Scheme of Scholarship for Sainik Schools

SOSFSS

Published: Sep 2026

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Reviewed by Navin, Editor · First published: 29 Sep 2026

Scheme of Scholarship for Sainik Schools
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Written by Navin · Editor, tsmpb.inUpdated: 17 Oct 2026 · How we verify scheme facts

About this education scheme

"Scheme Of Scholarship For Sainik Schools" was launched by the Directorate Of Higher and Technical Education, Meghalaya, to prepare young boys for a career in the Cadre of the Armed Forces. The scholarships are awarded to students whose family income is less than Rs. 8,000/- per month.

"Scheme Of Scholarship For Sainik Schools" was launched by the Directorate Of Higher and Technical Education, Meghalaya, to prepare young boys for a career in the Cadre of the Armed Forces. The scholarships are awarded to students whose parents are permanent residents of Meghalaya and whose family income is less than Rs. 8,000/- per month.

Benefits at a glance

Scheme nameScheme of Scholarship for Sainik Schools (SOSFSS)
Launched byEducation Department
Benefit typeCash (money paid to your bank account)
CategoryEducation
Level / StateState ยท Meghalaya
Official portalmeghalaya.gov.in (link at the end of this page)

Key facts

Scheme forIndividual
Application modeOffline
Last dateOngoing (no last date notified)
DBT (direct bank transfer)No
Family income limitUp to Rs. 96,000 per year
Age14 to 55 years

Who can apply (quick check)

  • ๐Ÿ‘คAll genders
  • ๐ŸŽ‚Age 14 to 55 years
  • ๐Ÿท๏ธSC / ST
  • ๐Ÿ’ฐIncome Rs. 96,000 tak
  • ๐ŸŽ“Students only
  • ๐Ÿ“Offline

Quick check from official data. Full conditions are in the Eligibility section.

What you receive

  • Scholarship of Rs. 20,000/-, awarded to the students whose family income is below Rs. 5,000/- per month.
  • Scholarship of Rs. 10,000/-, awarded to the students whose family income is between Rs. 5,000/- to Rs. 8,000/- per month.

Who qualifies

  1. The applicant should be a student of the Sainik School, Goalpara.
  2. The applicant should belong to the Scheduled Tribe (ST)/ Scheduled Caste (SC), or the applicant should be a child of Service Personnel (including the ex-servicemen community).
  3. The student should be studying in class 12th.
  4. The student should be fluent in the English language.
  5. The parents of the student' should be permanent residents of Meghalaya.
  6. The student's family income should be less than Rs. 8,000/- per month.

Who is not eligible

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Registration walkthrough

Offline

Advertisements of scholarship schemes are given to the Press and Government Website [meghalaya.gov.in] after the publication of Boards and University results.

Step 1: The applicant should visit the Office of the Principal, Sainik School Goalpara, and request a hard copy of the application form.

Step 2: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields and attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attest, if required).

Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents to the Principal, Sainik School, Goalpara, Assam.

Step 4: Request a receipt or acknowledgement. Ensure that the receipt contains essential details such as the date and time of submission, and a unique identification number (if applicable).

Frequently asked questions

Can students use the scholarship amount for any educational-related expenses?

Yes, students can use the scholarship amount to cover various educational expenses, including tuition fees, books, stationery, and other academic necessities.

Is the scholarship amount a one-time payment or provided on a recurring basis?

The scholarship amount is provided as a one-time payment to eligible students based on their family income category.

How is the scholarship amount disbursed to eligible students?

The scholarship amount is typically disbursed directly to the student to support their educational expenses.

What is the scholarship amount awarded under the scheme?

The scholarship amount varies based on the family income of the student. Students with a family income below Rs. 5,000/- per month receive Rs. 20,000/-, while those with a family income between Rs. 5,000/- to Rs. 8,000/- per month receive Rs. 10,000/-.

Can students from families with income slightly above Rs. 8,000/- per month apply for the scholarship?

No, students from families with income exceeding Rs. 8,000/- per month are not eligible to apply for the scholarship. The scheme is specifically targeted towards supporting students from economically disadvantaged backgrounds.

Can students from other states apply if their parents are not permanent residents of Meghalaya?

No, only students whose parents are permanent residents of Meghalaya are eligible to apply for the scholarship.

Are there any age restrictions for applicants?

While there are no specific age restrictions mentioned, applicants must be studying in class 12th at Sainik School, Goalpara, at the time of application.

Can students with disabilities apply for the scholarship?

Yes, students with disabilities who meet the eligibility criteria, including being fluent in English and studying in class 12th at Sainik School, Goalpara, are eligible to apply for the scholarship.

Are there any gender-based restrictions for applicants?

The scheme guidelines do not mention any gender-based restrictions for applicants. Both male and female students meeting the eligibility criteria can apply for the scholarship.

Can students from any academic background apply for the scholarship?

Yes, students from any academic background studying in class 12th at Sainik School, Goalpara, are eligible to apply for the scholarship as long as they meet the other eligibility criteria.

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