Department of Ex-Servicemen Welfare, Ministry of Defence
Scholarship Value
₹2,500–3,000/month
Monthly
Deadline
October 2025
Awards/Year
5,500 new scholarships per year
Min. Marks
60%
Income Limit
No Income Limit
The Prime Minister's Scholarship Scheme honours the sacrifice of armed forces and central paramilitary forces personnel by supporting their children's higher education. Available for wards and widows of ex-servicemen for professional degree programs including engineering, medicine, MBA, MCA, B.Ed, and similar courses.
Est. Year
2006
Application Mode
Online
Award Type
Monthly
Quick Eligibility Check
Keep both physical and digital (PDF/JPEG) copies of all documents ready before starting your application.
Applications reviewed by Kendriya Sainik Board. Merit list prepared on basis of Class 12/graduation marks. Priority to wards of deceased/disabled ex-servicemen.
Minimum 50% marks in each semester/year. Must not change the course/college without prior approval. Annual renewal required.
5,500 new scholarships per year scholarships available
Opens on official government/provider website
Education Level
Streams
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