Post Matric Scholarship Students With Disabilities

Post Matric Scholarship for Students with Disabilities (पीएमएसडी)

The Government of India has launched a dedicated scholarship initiative for students with disabilities pursuing post-matric education. This program, overseen by the Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (DoEPwD), aims to support students from Class 11 through postgraduate levels enrolled in recognized institutions, including those accredited by UGC and AICTE. The scholarship seeks to mitigate the challenges faced by these students, thereby facilitating their academic pursuits and fostering social inclusion.

Scheme Overview

The Post Matric Scholarship for Students with Disabilities (पीएमएसडी) represents a pivotal move towards enabling access to higher education and vocational training for individuals with disabilities. This program accommodates students engaged in a variety of educational pathways, including Class 11, Class 12, polytechnic courses, post-matriculation diplomas, and undergraduate as well as postgraduate programs across the nation.

To qualify for this scholarship, candidates must have a disability as defined by the “Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016,” which includes visual, hearing, speech, locomotor, and intellectual disabilities, among others. This initiative is vital in dismantling the obstacles—whether they are physical, economic, or psychological—that hinder students with disabilities from achieving their educational and career aspirations.

Key Benefits

This scheme extends various financial assistance options aimed at alleviating the educational expenses incurred by beneficiaries:

• Maintenance Allowance (Monthly):
  • Group 1: Courses in Medicine, Engineering, Architecture, etc.; Hostellers – ₹1600; Day Scholars – ₹750
  • Group 2: Professional courses like Pharmacy, LLB, Mass Communication; Hostellers – ₹1100; Day Scholars – ₹700
  • Group 3: Other graduate degree courses like BA/B.Sc/B.Com; Hostellers – ₹950; Day Scholars – ₹650
  • Group 4: Post-matriculation non-degree courses; Hostellers – ₹900; Day Scholars – ₹550
• Disability Allowances (Annually):
  • Visually Impaired – ₹4000
  • Hearing Impaired – ₹2000
  • Physically Disabled (OH) – ₹2000
  • Intellectual Disabilities – ₹4000
  • Other disabilities – ₹2000
• Book Allowance: ₹1500 per annum

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants wishing to avail of this scholarship must fulfill the following conditions:

• Must be enrolled in a post-matric qualification program.
• The disability percentage must be 40% or above.
• The total annual family income should not surpass ₹2.50 Lakhs from all sources.
• The applicant must not be a recipient of any other government scholarship.
• Must not be the third sibling in the family to apply for this scholarship.

Application Process

To apply for the Post Matric Scholarship, please adhere to the following steps:

• Online Application: Prepare digital copies of the required documents.
• Visit http://www.scholarships.gov.in/ and select “New Registration”.
• Review the registration guidelines and accept the terms to proceed.
• Registration Form: Fill in the mandatory details and click “Register”. An Application ID and password will be generated.
• Login to Apply: Navigate to the site, enter your Application ID and password, and complete the Captcha verification.
• Input the OTP received on your registered mobile to reset your password and access your applicant dashboard.
• Complete Application: Click on “Application Form” on the left pane, fill in all required fields, and upload your documents. You may save it as a draft or select “Final Submit” to complete your application.

Official Source

For further details, please visit myScheme.gov.in.