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

Post Matric Scholarship for Lower Income Group Students in Haryana

The “Post Matric Scholarship to Lower Income Group Students for Studies in India” is a significant initiative by the Government of Haryana, designed to support students from economically disadvantaged backgrounds. This scheme facilitates access to higher education by providing essential financial aid, covering various educational expenses for eligible students enrolled in recognized post-matriculation courses across India.

Overview of the Scheme

Initiated by the Department of Higher Education in Haryana, the Post Matric Scholarship aims to empower students from lower income groups by easing their financial burdens associated with education. Eligible candidates can benefit from maintenance allowances, tuition fees, and additional financial support for study-related expenses. The implementation of this scheme is carried out through accredited educational institutions across the state.

Key Benefits

• Maintenance Allowances:
  • ₹75/month for hostel residents and ₹60/month for day scholars in engineering, technology, medicine, architecture, and similar courses.
  • ₹65/month for hostel residents and ₹50/month for day scholars in diploma or certificate courses related to engineering, technology, or medicine.
  • ₹60/month for postgraduate students in agriculture or community development (₹45 for day scholars).
  • ₹40/month for undergraduate courses such as B.Sc., B.Com., or equivalent (₹27 for day scholars).
• Tuition and Other Fees:

  All mandatory fees, including tuition, library, games, medical, and examination fees, are covered.

• Study Tour Charges:

  Reimbursement of up to ₹100 per year for travel expenses related to professional courses.

• Thesis Printing Charges:

  Coverage for the expenses incurred in typing or printing the thesis for postgraduate students.

Disbursement Details

Funds are transferred directly to the beneficiary’s bank account or paid through the educational institution. Students are encouraged to complete Aadhaar Seeding in their bank accounts prior to applying for the scholarship.

Frequency of Disbursement: Maintenance allowances are provided monthly, while reimbursements for other fees are issued on a semester or annual basis.

Validity: The scholarship remains valid for the entire duration of the recognized course at an accredited institution.

Eligibility Criteria

• The applicant must be a citizen of India.
• Permanent residency in Haryana is mandatory.
• Applicants must belong to the lower-income group as defined in the scheme guidelines.
• A minimum qualification of passing the matriculation or equivalent examination from a recognized board or university is required.
• Enrollment in a recognized post-matriculation course is necessary, which includes programs like:
  • National Fire Service College, Nagpur.
  • Aircraft Maintenance Engineer’s Course.
  • Training Ship Dufferin or Military College, Dehradun.
  • Pre-examination training courses for IAS/IPS, etc.

Note: Students in Class XI/XII under continuous school courses are not eligible unless their 10th class is equivalent to matriculation.

Application Process

Online Application

Follow these steps to apply:

1. Registration:
   1. Visit the Centralized Scholarship Portal of the Department of Higher Education, Haryana.
   2. Select “Student > Student Registration” from the menu options.
   3. Enter your Parivar Pehchan Patra (Family ID) and click “Search”.
   4. A list of family members will appear. Check the box next to your name and click “Generate OTP”. Enter the OTP received on your registered mobile and click “Verify OTP”.
   5. Post verification, you will access the registration form with auto-filled mandatory fields. Verify the information and proceed to select your Department and College.
   6. Create a password and click “Register”.
2. Application Submission:
   1. Return to the Centralized Scholarship Portal.
   2. Click “User Login” on the upper right corner and log in using your registered credentials.
   3. Locate the online form for the scholarship you wish to apply for, fill in the mandatory fields, and upload required documents.
   4. Review all information and uploaded documents. Make any necessary corrections.
   5. Click “Apply” to submit your application, after which a confirmation message will be displayed.

For More Information

For further details, visit the official source at myScheme.gov.in.