There are two main Prime Minister’s Scholarship Schemes (PMSS) in India:
1. PMSS for Wards of Ex-Servicemen:
- This scheme encourages technical and postgraduate education for widows and wards of deceased/ex-servicemen of Armed Forces.
- Funded by the National Defence Fund administered by the Prime Minister’s Office.
- Scholarships available for various technical institutions (medical, dental, veterinary, engineering, MBA, MCA, etc.).
- Annual stipend: ₹2,500/month for boys and ₹3,000/month for girls.
- Eligibility:
- Minimum 60% marks in qualifying exam (10+2/Diploma/Graduation).
- Ward or widow of deceased/ex-servicemen of Armed Forces.
- Application Process: Online via scholarships.gov.in.
- Website: https://www.desw.gov.in/prime-ministers-scholarship-scheme-pmss
2. PMSS for Wards of CAPFs/AR Personnel & State/UT Police Personnel:
- This scheme encourages higher technical and professional education for dependent wards and widows of Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs)/Assam Rifles (AR) Personnel and State/UT Police Personnel martyred during Terror/Naxal attacks.
- Annual scholarships: 2000 new awards granted each year.
- Eligibility:
- Minimum 60% marks in qualifying exam (10+2/Diploma/Graduation).
- Dependent ward or widow of martyred CAPF/AR/State/UT Police personnel.
- Application Process: Online via scholarships.gov.in.
- Website: https://www.desw.gov.in/prime-ministers-scholarship-scheme-pmss
Important Note:
- Please specify which PMSS you’re interested in for more details, as information can differ between the two schemes.
- Remember to check the official websites for the latest information and updates regarding eligibility, application deadlines, and other crucial details.
