Prime Minister's Scholarship Scheme for Central Armed Police Forces & Assam Rifles Selection Process 2026
How Candidates are Selected
Priority-based allocation (Priority 1 to 7) based on personnel status (deceased in action, disabled, retired, serving), subject to a minimum of 60% marks in the qualifying entry exam.
Verification Flow
Institute Nodal Officer Verification
Your college/school checks your bonafide status, fees paid, and marks cards against the database.
District Welfare Officer / State Board Sanction
The state/central department approves the budget release for verified records based on category quotas.
Fund Disbursement via DBT
The bank issues direct fund credits to Aadhaar-seeded accounts using treasury payment systems.
FAQs for Prime Minister's Scholarship Scheme for Central Armed Police Forces & Assam Rifles
Q.What is the monthly scholarship amount under PMSS CAPF?
Girls receive ₹3,000 per month (₹36,000 annually) and boys receive ₹2,500 per month (₹30,000 annually) for technical/professional degrees.
Q.Who is eligible for the CAPF PMSS scheme?
Dependent wards and widows of serving, retired, or deceased Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) & Assam Rifles personnel are eligible to apply.
Q.What is the minimum mark required to apply?
Applicants must have secured a minimum of 60% marks in their Minimum Entry Qualification (MEQ), such as Class 12, Diploma, or Graduation.