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To be eligible for the PM-USP scholarship, students must score above the 80th percentile among successful candidates in the relevant stream in their Class 12 board exam.
Under the scheme, up to 82,000 fresh scholarships are available annually. (Representative/Pexels)
The central government offers scholarships to meritorious students to help reduce financial barriers to higher education. One such initiative is the Pradhan Mantri Uchchatar Shiksha Protsahan (PM-USP) Central Sector Scheme of Scholarship for College and University Students. The scheme aims to support students from economically weaker families by providing financial assistance for their higher studies.
The PM-USP Central Sector Scheme of Scholarship for College and University Students is administered by the Department of Higher Education under the Ministry of Education. Scholarships are awarded based on students’ performance in their Class 12 board examinations. The financial assistance is intended to help eligible students meet some of their day-to-day expenses while pursuing higher education.
Applications are currently open and the last date to register is October 31.
How many scholarships are awarded each year?
Under the scheme, up to 82,000 fresh scholarships are available annually. Eligible students pursuing undergraduate and postgraduate studies at colleges and universities can benefit from the scheme. Students enrolled in professional courses, including engineering and medicine, may also qualify, subject to the applicable guidelines.
What is the scholarship amount?
The scholarship amount varies according to the level of study and the duration of the course.
Undergraduate courses: Rs 12,000 per year for the first three years.
Postgraduate courses: Rs 20,000 per year.
Five-year integrated or professional courses: Rs 20,000 per year in the fourth and fifth years.
Technical courses: Students pursuing courses such as BTech or BE can receive Rs 12,000 per year in the first three years and Rs 20,000 in the fourth year.
Students should refer to the latest official guidelines to confirm the applicable scholarship amount for their course.
Who is eligible for the PM-USP Scholarship?
Applicants must fulfil the eligibility conditions prescribed under the scheme. These generally include:
Class 12 performance: Students must score above the 80th percentile among successful candidates in the relevant stream in their Class 12 board examination.
Regular course: Applicants must be enrolled in a regular degree programme.
Recognised institution: Students must study at an eligible institution recognised by the relevant authorities.
Family income: The annual family income must not exceed Rs 4.5 lakh.
Academic performance for renewal: Students must secure at least 50% marks in their annual examinations and maintain a minimum attendance of 75% to renew the scholarship, subject to the scheme’s rules.
Bank account: Applicants must meet the prescribed bank account and Aadhaar-linking requirements for scholarship disbursement.
Before submitting an application, students should review the latest guidelines issued by the Ministry of Education. They should verify the eligibility criteria, application dates, required documents, scholarship amount and renewal conditions. Applicants are also advised to use the official government scholarship portal and ensure that the information provided in their applications is accurate.
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