Government ScholarshipVerified for 2026

CBSE Merit Scholarship for Single Girl Child

Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE), Government of India
All India
Deadline: 30 Nov 2026

About the Program

A merit scholarship by CBSE to support the education of single girl children who are the only child of their parents and are studying in Classes 11 and 12.

Benefits & Financial Support

Total scholarship amount
₹6k+

₹500 per month (total ₹6,000 per annum) for a maximum duration of two years.

Inclusions

₹500 per month for 2 years (Class 11 and 12) paid directly to the student's bank account.

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

Class 11, Class 12

Must be enrolled in relevant courses. Minimum 60% marks required in previous exam.

Financial & Category

Income LimitUp to ₹8.0 Lakh/year
Applicable CategoryGeneral, OBC, SC, ST, EWS

Important Note

Must be a single girl child of the family and studying in a CBSE affiliated school.

Selection Process

  • Merit-based

  • Girl students who are the only child of their parents, secured 60% or more in Class 10 CBSE Board exams, and are studying in Class 11 and 12 are eligible.

Renewal Policy

Continuous enrollment in Class 12 after passing Class 11 in a CBSE school.

Application Process

  • 1

    Visit cbse.gov.in and navigate to the scholarship section.

  • 2

    Register with your Class 10 roll number.

  • 3

    Fill the form and upload the Single Girl Child affidavit.

  • 4

    Have the form verified by your school principal.

  • 5

    Submit.

Documents Required

Affidavit confirming Single Girl Child status on non-judicial stamp paper
Class 10 Marksheet
School Bonafide Certificate
Aadhaar Card
Bank Passbook copy

Important Dates

Application Deadline

30 November 2026

November 30, 2026

Dates are subject to change as per the provider's official notification. Applicants are encouraged to apply well before the closing date.

Scholarship Quick Facts

Provider TypeGovernment
Education LevelClass 11, Class 12
Application ModeOnline
State/RegionAll India
Income Limit₹8.0L/yr
Last Verified2026

Common Questions (FAQs)

Q.Who qualifies as a Single Girl Child?

An applicant who is the only child of her parents (no brothers or sisters) qualifies under this scheme.

Q.What is the academic eligibility requirement?

You must have passed the CBSE Class X Board Examination with at least 60% marks and must be pursuing Class XI and XII in a CBSE-affiliated school.

Q.What is the scholarship amount?

The scholarship is ₹500 per month, totaling ₹6,000 per year, paid for a maximum of 2 years.

Help & Contact Support

Official Support

Helplinescholarship.cbse@nic.in

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StatusActive - 2026
Last Verified5/7/2026
Apply ModeOnline

Official Help

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