🎓 PM Scholarship 2026 — Overview
PMSS (Prime Minister's Scholarship Scheme) is a central government scholarship launched for the wards and widows of Ex-Servicemen, Ex-Coast Guard personnel, and RPF/RPSF personnel. It is administered by Kendriya Sainik Board (KSB) under the Ministry of Defence. The scholarship encourages higher technical and professional education among children of defence and paramilitary personnel.
| Scheme Name | Prime Minister's Scholarship Scheme (PMSS) |
| Administered By | Kendriya Sainik Board (KSB), Ministry of Defence |
| For Whom | Wards & widows of Ex-Servicemen, Ex-Coast Guard, RPF/RPSF |
| Amount (Girls) | ₹3,000 per month |
| Amount (Boys) | ₹2,500 per month |
| Total Seats | 5,500 per year (3,000 fresh + 2,500 renewal) |
| Official Portal | ksb.gov.in |
PM Scholarship 2026 Eligibility Criteria
- Wards of Ex-Servicemen (Army, Navy, Air Force)
- Wards of Ex-Coast Guard personnel
- Wards of RPF/RPSF personnel
- Widows of above categories
- Widows of defence personnel killed in action
- BE/B.Tech, B.Sc (Agriculture), MBBS
- BDS, BBA, BCA, B.Pharma
- MBA, MCA (post-graduation)
- BE/B.Tech (Lateral Entry — 2nd year)
- Must be studying in AICTE/MCI approved college
- Minimum 60% in 12th / Graduation 🔥
- Currently in 1st year of eligible course
- Age limit: 18 to 25 years
- No 2nd scholarship allowed simultaneously
- Must be Indian citizen
💰 PM Scholarship Amount 2026 — Category Wise
| Category | Monthly Amount | Annual Amount | Priority |
|---|---|---|---|
| Girls (Ex-Servicemen wards) | ₹3,000 | ₹36,000 | Category 1 (Highest) |
| Boys (Ex-Servicemen wards) | ₹2,500 | ₹30,000 | Category 1 |
| Widows of Ex-Servicemen | ₹3,000 | ₹36,000 | Special Priority |
| RPF/RPSF Wards (Girls) | ₹3,000 | ₹36,000 | Railway Ministry |
| RPF/RPSF Wards (Boys) | ₹2,500 | ₹30,000 | Railway Ministry |
💡 Note: Scholarship amount DBT (Direct Benefit Transfer) ద్వారా directly student's Aadhaar-linked bank account లో జమ అవుతుంది. Amount course duration వరకు (typically 4–5 years) paid అవుతుంది — renewal ప్రతి సంవత్సరం అవసరం.
PM Scholarship 2026 — Required Documents
- Ex-Serviceman Certificate (PPO/Discharge Book) 🔥
- Student's Aadhaar Card
- 12th Mark Sheet (60% minimum)
- College Admission Letter / Fee Receipt
- Bank Account Details (Aadhaar linked)
- Passport Size Photo
- Caste Certificate (if applicable)
- Disability Certificate (if applicable)
- Death Certificate (for widow category)
- ESM Dependent ID Card (if available)
- College Bonafide Certificate
- Previous year marksheet (for renewal)
PM Scholarship 2026 — Step-by-Step Apply Online
Official website ksb.gov.in visit చేయండి. "PMSS" section లో "Apply Online" click చేయండి.
ESM certificate number, Aadhaar number, mobile number వాడి register చేయండి. Login credentials save చేసుకోండి.
Personal details, academic details, bank details, college details అన్నీ carefully fill చేయండి. Aadhaar-linked bank account mandatory.
All documents clear scan చేసి upload చేయండి. File size limits follow చేయండి (usually PDF/JPG under 200KB each).
Final submit చేయండి. Application reference number note చేసుకోండి. Printout save చేసుకోండి — future verification కోసం అవసరం.
ksb.gov.in లో "Track Application" వాడి application status regularly check చేయండి. Any discrepancy immediately correct చేయండి.
⚠️ Note: BeInCareer is not affiliated with KSB or Ministry of Defence. Scholarship amounts and eligibility may be revised annually. Always verify latest details at ksb.gov.in before applying.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions — PM Scholarship 2026
PM Scholarship 2026 last date ఏమిటి?
PM Scholarship 2026 application dates are announced on ksb.gov.in. Typically applications open in August-September and close in November. Join BeInCareer WhatsApp channel for instant notification when dates are announced.
PM Scholarship కోసం 12th లో minimum marks ఎంత కావాలి?
Minimum 60% marks in 10+2 or equivalent examination is required for PM Scholarship eligibility. For widows of defence personnel killed in action (Category 1), minimum marks criteria may be relaxed. Always check the official notification for latest eligibility conditions.
PM Scholarship renewal process ఎలా ఉంటుంది?
PM Scholarship must be renewed every year. Renewal requires uploading previous year's mark sheet showing no backlog/fail, current year bonafide certificate, and bank details. Minimum 50% marks in the previous semester are required for renewal. Renewal applications are typically accepted from October to January each year on ksb.gov.in.
PM Scholarship ఏ courses కి apply అవుతుంది?
PM Scholarship covers professional degree courses only — BE/B.Tech, MBBS, BDS, BBA, BCA, B.Pharma, B.Sc Agriculture, MBA, MCA. It does not cover BA, B.Com, B.Sc (General), diploma courses, or distance education programs. The college must be recognized by AICTE, MCI, BCI, or other relevant statutory bodies.
PM Scholarship amount ఎప్పుడు account లో వస్తుంది?
After application approval, PM Scholarship amount is typically disbursed within 3 to 6 months directly to the student's Aadhaar-linked bank account via DBT. The amount is paid for the academic year in installments. Students can track disbursement status on ksb.gov.in or through the National Scholarship Portal (scholarships.gov.in).
Disclaimer: For official PM Scholarship details visit ksb.gov.in. BeInCareer is not affiliated with KSB or Ministry of Defence.
