Central Sector Scheme of Scholarship for College and University Students 2023 – 24 announced

Department of Higher Education, Government of India has invited online applications for the Central Sector Scheme of Scholarship for College and University Students for the year 2023 – 24

The objective of the scheme is to provide financial assistance to meritorious students from poor families to meet a part of their day-to-day expenses while pursuing higher studies

The scholarships are awarded by Ministry of Education, Government of India on the basis of results of Higher Secondary / Class XII Board Examination, The total number of scholarships are divided amongst the State Education Boards based on the State’s population in the age group of 18-25 year

ELIGIBLITY

Students who are above 80th percentile of successful candidates in the relevant stream from the respective Board of Examination in Class XII of 10+2 pattern or equivalent, Pursuing regular degree courses, Family annual income from all sources less than Rs 4.5 Lakh are eligible to apply, for renewal of scholarship in each year of study, score at least 50% marks in the Annual Examination, maintenance of adequate attendance of at least 75%, 

BENEFIT

The selected students receive Rs.12,000 per annum at Graduation level for first three years of College and University courses and Rs.20,000per annum at Post Graduation level.

DOCUMENTS

The documents required to apply for the Central Sector Scheme of Scholarship for College and University Students for the year 2023 – 24 are Photograph, Income / Caste Certificate, Aadhaar Card, Previous Marks Card, Fee Receipt, 

LAST DATE

Online applications for the Central Sector Scheme of Scholarship for College and University Students for the year 2023 – 24 to be submitted within 31st December 2023

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