Education
Prime Minister's Scholarship Scheme
Department of Ex-Servicemen Welfare, Ministry of Defence · Launched 2006
Provides scholarships to the wards and widows of ex-servicemen and ex-coast guard personnel to pursue professional and technical higher education.
Key benefit
Annual scholarship to support professional and technical degree courses.
Eligibility criteria
- Ward or widow of an ex-serviceman or ex-coast guard personnel
- Admitted to a recognised professional or technical course
- Meets the minimum marks criteria in the qualifying exam
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Documents required
- Aadhaar Card
- Ex-servicemen identity proof
- Marksheet and admission proof
- Bank account details
How to apply
- 1Register on the National Scholarship Portal
- 2Select the Prime Minister's Scholarship Scheme
- 3Upload eligibility and academic documents
- 4Submit the application before the deadline
Frequently asked questions
Who is eligible for the PM Scholarship Scheme?
Wards and widows of ex-servicemen and ex-coast guard personnel pursuing recognised professional or technical courses can apply.