Sarkari Yojana
Pre Matric Scholarship For Students With Disabilities
About Pre Matric Scholarship For Students With Disabilities
Run by the Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (Divyangjan) under the Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment, Government of India, the “Pre-Matric Scholarship for Students with Disabilities” scheme helps students with disabilities stay in school, cuts drop-out rates during the shift from elementary to higher education, and boosts participation among students with disabilities in Classes IX and X at the pre-matric level. It offers maintenance allowance, book grant, and disability allowance to eligible students in Classes IX and X, with the National Scholarship Portal handling implementation and Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) sending the scholarship amount straight to beneficiaries’ bank accounts. > Objectives:
- Helping students with disabilities continue their education so they can earn a livelihood and live with dignity.
- Cutting drop-out rates, especially in the shift from elementary to higher education.
- Boosting participation of students with disabilities in Classes IX and X at the pre-matric stage of education.
Scheme Overview
Central Government
Ministry Of Social Justice and Empowerment
National Scholarship Portal (NSP)
Individual
Scheme Details
Eligibility Requirements
To qualify for Pre Matric Scholarship For Students With Disabilities, applicants must satisfy the following conditions:
The applicant should be an Indian national
The applicant should be an Indian national.
The applicant should have a benchmark disability, backed…
The applicant should have a benchmark disability, backed by a valid disability certificate from the competent authority.
The applicant should be a full-time, regular student…
The applicant should be a full-time, regular student studying in Classes IX and X at:
A Government school; or
A school recognised by the Government; or
A school recognised by the Central/State Board of Secondary Education.
Combined parents'/guardian's income from all sources should not…
Combined parents'/guardian's income from all sources should not exceed ₹2,50,000/- per annum.
A maximum of 2 children with disabilities from…
A maximum of 2 children with disabilities from the same parents will be eligible for benefits under the scheme; if the second child is a twin, the scholarship will be admissible to both twins.
Preference/Priority/Reservation/Relaxation
Preference/Priority/Reservation/Relaxation
Female candidates are reserved 50% of each year's…
Female candidates are reserved 50% of each year's total available scholarships; where adequate eligible female candidates are not available, the remaining slots may go to suitable male candidates.
Benefits Provided
Pre Matric Scholarship For Students With Disabilities provides the following benefits to eligible applicants:
Maintenance Allowance
Maintenance Allowance*: ₹500 per month for Day Scholars and ₹800 per month for Hostellers.
Book Grant:
₹1000/- per annum.
Disability Allowances
(₹ per Annum), varying by category:
Visually Impaired: ₹4,000.
Hearing Impaired: ₹2,000.
Physically Disabled (OH): ₹2,000.
Intellectual Disabilities: ₹4,000.
Other disabilities not covered above: ₹2,000.
[NOTE: (*) means for 12 months in an academic year]
Documents Required
Applicants should keep the following documents ready before starting the application:
A Disability Certificate from the Competent Authority
A Disability Certificate from the Competent Authority.
An Income Certificate for the Parent/Guardian
An Income Certificate for the Parent/Guardian.
Proof of the applicant's Age
Proof of the applicant's Age.
A certificate confirming Educational Qualification
A certificate confirming Educational Qualification.
A Photograph
A Photograph.
Details of the applicant's Bank Account
Details of the applicant's Bank Account.
Aadhaar Details/Alternative Identity Document, as applicable
Aadhaar Details/Alternative Identity Document, as applicable.
Any other documents required as per the National…
Any other documents required as per the National Scholarship Portal application process.
How to Apply
Online Application
Applicants can apply for Pre Matric Scholarship For Students With Disabilities through the online application process outlined below.
Application Portal: Open Application Portal ↗
Keep soft copies of the required documents ready
Keep soft copies of the required documents ready. Go to http://www.scholarships.gov.in/ and click “New Registration”. The Registration Guidelines appear; scroll to the bottom. Read the undertaking carefully. Accept the Terms. Click “Continue”.
Fill out the Registration Form that appears (fields…
Fill out the Registration Form that appears (fields marked as * are compulsory). Enter the details and click “Register”. The Application ID and password will be displayed on screen. The same will also be sent as an SMS on the registered mobile number.
Go to https://scholarships.gov.in/fresh/newstdRegfrmInstruction Click on “Login to Apply”
Go to https://scholarships.gov.in/fresh/newstdRegfrmInstruction Click on “Login to Apply”. Enter the Application ID and password. Type the Captcha and click “Login”. On the next screen, provide the OTP received on the registered mobile number. This leads to the Password Reset screen. Create a new password and confirm. Click “Submit” to reach the “Applicant's Dashboard”.
On the left pane, click “Application Form”
On the left pane, click “Application Form”. The fields marked as * are compulsory; fill in the details and upload the documents. Either click “Save as Draft” to complete the application later. Or click “Final Submit” to submit the application.
Objectives
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Exclusions / Who Is Not Eligible
1. The applicant will not be eligible if he/she is already receiving another scholarship/stipend. The applicant may choose the more beneficial scholarship and inform the concerned authority.
1. Scholarship will not be available for the same class for a second or subsequent year if the student repeats the class.
Official Application & Website
Verify the latest eligibility, dates and instructions before applying.