What you get
Scholarship | - Hostellers: Class 3rd to 10th: ₹ 500/- per month for 10 months. | - Day Scholars: Class 1st to 10th: ₹ 100/- per month for 10 months. | Ad-Hoc Grant | - An ad-hoc grant of ₹ 500/- per student per annum to all students i.e. hostlers as well as day scholars will also be given. | The scholarship amount will be payable from the date of joining to the date of leaving the school, excluding the period of vacation, which will be about 10 months in a year except in the cases where the students enter late or leave early in the midst of academic year.
Who can apply
Required Paperwork
- Aadhaar Card
- PAN Card
- Income Certificate
- Residence Proof (Domicile)
Common Questions
Is the Pre-Matric Scholarship Scheme a 'funds-limited' scheme?
Yes, the scheme is 'funds-limited,' and the budget allocated is apportioned to States on a pro-rata basis.
How is the scholarship renewed for the next academic year?
The scholarship may be renewed for the next academic year by the concerned State Government or Union Territory Administration, unless the competent school authority recommends discontinuation.
What is the main objective of the Pre-Matric Scholarship for OBCs?
The primary objective of the scheme is to address the low literacy levels, particularly among backward classes, by providing education and economic support to children belonging to OBCs.
How is the income of the parents or guardians calculated for scholarship eligibility?
He income of either of the parents (or husband in the case of a married unemployed girl student) is considered, and no other family members' income is taken into account unless both parents (or husband) have passed away.
What happens if a student's parent's income is affected due to the death of one earning parent?
In such cases, if a student's family income falls within the income ceiling, the student becomes eligible for the scholarship from the month in which the unfortunate death occurred.
Are there any exemptions for specific sources of income in the calculation of scholarship eligibility?
House Rent Allowance received by parents is exempted from income calculations for scholarship eligibility if permitted for Income-Tax purposes.
How often is the income certificate required for scholarship eligibility?
An income certificate is required only once, at the time of admission to courses that last for more than one year.
At which academic levels are the scholarships available, and for how long?
Scholarships are available for students enrolled in pre-matric classes, specifically from class I to class X. The scholarship covers a duration of 10 months in an academic year.
In which institutions is the scholarship tenable?
The scholarship is tenable only in institutions and pre-matriculation courses recognized by the respective State Governments and Union Territory Administrations.
Can scholarship recipients avail benefits from other pre-matric scholarship schemes?
No, scholarship recipients under this scheme are not allowed to avail benefits under any other pre-matric scholarship scheme.
What is the reserved quota for students with disabilities under this scheme?
At least 5% of the beneficiaries should be students with disabilities.
Is Aadhar seeding of bank accounts necessary for beneficiaries?
Yes, to avoid duplication, bank accounts of the target beneficiaries should be Aadhar seeded.
What percentage of the scholarship beneficiaries are reserved for girl students?
30% of the beneficiaries are reserved for girl students.
What is the role of States/UTs in managing the financial aspects of the scheme?
States/UTs are expected to incur expenditure under the scheme to at least the sum total of "Central Assistance or NA and matching State share" and should limit the number of scholarships accordingly.