Prime Minister’S Scholarship Scheme For Wards Of States/Uts Police Personnel Martyred During Terror/Naxal Attacks
The Prime Minister’s Scholarship Scheme (PMSS) supports higher technical and professional education for dependent wards and widows of police personnel martyred during terror or Naxal attacks in States and Union Territori…
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About this Scholarship
The Prime Minister’s Scholarship Scheme (PMSS) supports higher technical and professional education for dependent wards and widows of police personnel martyred during terror or Naxal attacks in States and Union Territories. Introduced in 2006-07 for Central Armed Police Forces and Assam Rifles personnel, the scheme was extended in 2019-20 to include wards of State/UT police personnel who lost their lives in such attacks. It aims to provide financial assistance to help beneficiaries pursue undergraduate, postgraduate, and professional degree programs.
Eligibility Criteria
This scholarship is open to dependent wards and widows of State/UT police personnel who were martyred in terror or Naxal attacks. Applicants must be pursuing recognized technical or professional degree courses at the undergraduate or postgraduate level. There is no income or marks-based eligibility criterion specified for this scheme.
How to Apply
Applications are submitted online through the National Scholarship Portal (NSP). Applicants must register, fill in personal and academic details, and upload required documents such as police martyr certificate, educational certificates, and bank details. The application is verified by the respective State/UT police authorities before final approval.
No offline applications are accepted.
Scholarship at a Glance
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for the Prime Minister’S Scholarship Scheme For Wards Of States/Uts Police Personnel Martyred During Terror/Naxal Attacks?
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To apply you need to meet these conditions: This scholarship is open to dependent wards and widows of State/UT police personnel who were martyred in terror or Naxal attacks. Applicants must be pursuing recognized technical or professional degree courses at the undergraduate or postgraduate level. There is no income or marks-based eligibility criterion specified for this scheme.
How do I apply for the Prime Minister’S Scholarship Scheme For Wards Of States/Uts Police Personnel Martyred During Terror/Naxal Attacks?
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Apply in 1 steps: Applications are submitted online through the National Scholarship Portal (NSP). Applicants must register, fill in personal and academic details, and upload required documents such as police martyr certificate, educational certificates, and bank details. The application is verified by the respective State/UT police authorities before final approval. No offline applications are accepted..
Which students can apply for the Prime Minister’S Scholarship Scheme For Wards Of States/Uts Police Personnel Martyred During Terror/Naxal Attacks?
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This scholarship is open to all students and is run by Prime Minister’S.
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