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ACTIVEDefence Wards ScholarshipUnverified / Pending Audit

Prime Minister’s Scholarship Scheme (PMSS) for Wards of Ex-Servicemen and Ex-Coast Guard Personnel

Ministry of Defence

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Benefit Amount

₹30,000/year (Boys) / ₹36,000/year (Girls)

Education Level

Undergraduate, Postgraduate

Income Limit

No ceiling / Open

Award Type

STIPEND

About the Scholarship

Awards scholarships of ₹3,000/month (girls) and ₹2,500/month (boys) to 5,500 wards and widows of Ex-Servicemen and Ex-Coast Guard personnel pursuing professional degrees.

Scholarship Benefits & Financial Award

Financial Aid: ₹30,000/year (Boys) / ₹36,000/year (Girls)

Coverage Details: ₹36,000 per year for girls and ₹30,000 per year for boys paid annually directly into bank account.

Eligibility Criteria

Target Category

Defence Welfare, Professional Education

Gender

ALL

Min. Academic Percentage

60% Marks

Family Income Ceiling

Not Specified

Required Documents Checklist

Ex-Servicemen Discharge Book / PPO

Class 12 Marksheet (min 60%)

Bonafide Certificate from Professional College

Aadhaar-linked PNB/SBI Bank Passbook

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