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Scheme of Post Matric Scholarship to Lower Income Group Student for Studies in India

The Post Matric Scholarship to Lower Income Group Students for Studies in India offers essential financial support to students from lower-income backgrounds, enabling them to pursue higher education. Benefits include monthly maintenance allowances, coverage of tuition and mandatory fees, and additional support for thesis printing and study tours, ensuring students can focus on their studies without financial burdens.

State Cash

States / UT: Haryana

Nodal department: Higher Education Department

Scheme for: Individual

Scheme profile

DBT (direct benefit transfer): No

Categories: Education & Learning

Sub-categories: Scholarships and student finance

Target beneficiaries: Individual

Tags: Post Matric, Scholarship, Education, Financial Assistance, School, College

Details

The scheme "Post Matric Scholarship to Lower Income Group Students for Studies in India" by the Department of Higher Education, Government of Haryana aims to provide financial assistance to students from the Lower Income Groups to enable them to complete their Education. Eligible students pursuing recognized post-matriculation courses in India are provided with maintenance allowances, tuition fees, and additional benefits like study tour charges and thesis printing expenses. The scheme is implemented by the Government of Haryana through recognized educational institutions.

Benefits

  • Maintenance Allowances
  • ₹75/month for hostel residents and ₹60/month for day scholars pursuing degree courses in engineering, technology, medicine, architecture, and similar disciplines
  • ₹65/month for hostel residents and ₹50/month for day scholars pursuing diploma/certificate courses in engineering, technology, or medicine
  • ₹60/month for postgraduate courses in agriculture or community development (₹45for day scholars)
  • ₹40/month for undergraduate courses like B.Sc., B.Com., or equivalent (₹27for day scholars). Tuition and Other Fees
  • Coverage of mandatory fees, including tuition, library, games, medical, and examination fees, payable to the institution. Study Tour Charges
  • Up to ₹100per year for professional courses, covering travel expenses (train, bus, etc.). Thesis Printing Charges
  • Coverage of expenses for typing or printing the thesis for postgraduate students. Mode of Disbursement Direct transfer to the beneficiary’s bank account or payment through the institution. Students are advised to get the Aadhaar Seeding done in their Bank account before applying for the scholarship. Frequency of Disbursement Monthly maintenance allowances and reimbursement of other fees on a semester/annual basis. Validity Scholarships are valid only for the duration of the recognized course in a recognized institution

Maintenance Allowances

  • ₹75/month for hostel residents and ₹60/month for day scholars pursuing degree courses in engineering, technology, medicine, architecture, and similar disciplines.
  • ₹65/month for hostel residents and ₹50/month for day scholars pursuing diploma/certificate courses in engineering, technology, or medicine.
  • ₹60/month for postgraduate courses in agriculture or community development (₹45 for day scholars).
  • ₹40/month for undergraduate courses like B.Sc., B.Com., or equivalent (₹27 for day scholars).

Tuition and Other Fees

  • Coverage of mandatory fees, including tuition, library, games, medical, and examination fees, payable to the institution.

Study Tour Charges

  • Up to ₹100 per year for professional courses, covering travel expenses (train, bus, etc.).

Thesis Printing Charges

  • Coverage of expenses for typing or printing the thesis for postgraduate students.

Mode of Disbursement

Direct transfer to the beneficiary’s bank account or payment through the institution. Students are advised to get the Aadhaar Seeding done in their Bank account before applying for the scholarship.

Frequency of Disbursement

Monthly maintenance allowances and reimbursement of other fees on a semester/annual basis.

Validity

Scholarships are valid only for the duration of the recognized course in a recognized institution.

Eligibility

  1. The applicant should be a national of India.
  2. The applicant should permanently reside in Haryana.
  3. The applicant should belong to the lower-income group as defined under the scheme guidelines.
  4. The applicant should have passed the matriculation or equivalent examination from a recognized board or university.
  5. The applicant should be enrolled in a recognized post-matriculation course, such as:
  • National Fire Service College, Nagpur.
  • Aircraft Maintenance Engineer's Course.
  • Courses at Training Ship Dufferin or Military College, Dehradun.
  • Pre-examination training courses for IAS/IPS, etc.

*Students in Class XI/XII under continuous school courses are ineligible unless the 10th class is equivalent to matriculation.

Exclusions

  1. The applicant pursuing studies through correspondence courses.
  2. The applicant continuing professional studies in a different line after completing education in one professional line (e.g., pursuing LLB after B.Ed.).
  3. The applicant holding any other scholarship/stipend of a higher value while availing of this scholarship.

Application Process

Online

Registration

Step 1: Visit the Official Website of the "Centralized Scholarship Portal" of the Department of Higher Education, Haryana.
Step 2: In the menu ribbon, click "Student > Student Registration".
Step 3: On the next page, provide your Parivar Pehchan Patra (Family ID) and click "Search".
*Parivar Pehchan Patra (PPP) is mandatory for availing of any Scholarship benefit. Students are advised to ensure their all particulars such as Name, DOB, Aadhar No. etc are fully updated in PPP before applying for any scholarship scheme.
Step 4: A List of the members of your family will be displayed. Select the checkbox against your name and click "Generate OTP". Enter the OTP received on your registered Mobile Number and click on "Verify OTP".
Step 5: After OTP verification, you will be taken to the registration page. In the registration form, all the mandatory fields get auto-filled. You only need to cross-check the information.
Step 6: Select your Department and College. Create a Password and click "Register".

Application

Step 1: Visit the Official Website of the "Centralized Scholarship Portal" of the Department of Higher Education, Haryana.
Step 2: In the right corner of the menu ribbon, click "User Login". Use the username and password created during your registration to log in.
Step 3: Navigate to the online form of the scheme you intend to apply for. In the form, fill in all the mandatory fields and upload all the mandatory documents in the specified format and size. Carefully review all the information provided and the documents uploaded. Make any necessary corrections.
Step 4: Click "Apply" to submit your application. You'll receive a confirmation message.

Clarifications

Additional points from the scheme information published on myScheme (not legal advice).

What is the Post Matric Scholarship to Lower Income Group Students for Studies in India?
The Post Matric Scholarship is a financial assistance scheme by the Government of Haryana to help lower-income group students pursue post-matriculation education in recognized institutions across India.
Which courses are covered under this scholarship?
The scheme covers all recognized post-matriculation courses, including professional courses at institutions like the National Fire Service College, Nagpur, Military College, Dehradun, and Aircraft Maintenance Engineering courses.
Can students pursuing a diploma or certificate course apply for this scholarship?
Yes, students pursuing diploma and certificate courses in recognized fields such as engineering, technology, agriculture, medicine, and physical education are eligible.
Are postgraduate students eligible for this scholarship?
Yes, postgraduate students, including those pursuing M.A., M.Sc., M.Com., and L.L.B., are eligible. However, postgraduate medical students must not be allowed to practice during their course.
Can students studying through correspondence courses apply for the scholarship?
No, students pursuing studies through correspondence courses are not eligible for this scholarship.
Is the scholarship applicable for students continuing in the same stage of education in a different subject?
No, students who have completed one stage of education and are studying the same stage in a different subject (e.g., B.Com. after B.A.) are not eligible.
Are students who switch professional fields eligible for the scholarship?
No, students who have completed their studies in one professional line and then enroll in another (e.g., L.L.B. after B.Ed.) are not eligible.
Can students enrolled in Class XI or XII apply for this scholarship?
No, students in Class XI or XII in a continuous school course are not eligible. However, students who complete Class X and join a recognized post-matric course are eligible.
What is the financial assistance provided under this scheme?
The scholarship includes maintenance charges, tuition fees, study tour expenses, and thesis printing costs. The amount varies based on the course and hostel/day scholar status.
How much maintenance allowance is given to students staying in hostels?
Hostel residents receive ₹75 per month for degree courses in engineering, technology, medicine, and similar fields, and ₹65 per month for diploma and certificate courses.
What is the maintenance allowance for day scholars?
Day scholars receive ₹60 per month for degree courses and ₹50 per month for diploma/certificate courses. Other courses have different rates based on their nature.
Does the scholarship cover tuition and other fees?
Yes, it covers tuition, enrollment, library, medical, examination, and other compulsory fees payable to the institution. However, refundable deposits like caution money are excluded.
Can students receive other financial assistance along with this scholarship?
Yes, students can accept monetary grants from the state government or other sources for books, equipment, board, and lodging expenses in addition to this scholarship.

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Documents Required for Government Schemes

Most government schemes require basic documents for verification. While the exact requirements vary, common documents include:

  • Aadhaar Card
  • Income Certificate
  • Caste Certificate (if applicable)
  • Residence Proof
  • Bank Account Details
  • Educational Certificates (for student schemes)

How to Apply for Government Schemes?

The application process for government schemes may be online or offline depending on the scheme. In most cases, you can follow these steps:

  1. Check eligibility criteria
  2. Collect required documents
  3. Fill the application form
  4. Submit the application online or at the relevant office
  5. Track application status