Central Sector Scheme of Scholarship for College and University Students (CSSS) Selection Process 2026
How Candidates are Selected
Merit list compiled by boards based on the 80th percentile threshold of the respective boards, restricted to students whose parents' income is under the specified cap.
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 Central Sector Scheme of Scholarship for College and University Students (CSSS)
Q.What is the 80th percentile criterion for CSSS?
To be eligible, your Class 12 board exam marks must be in the top 20% (above the 80th percentile) of successful candidates of your respective board and stream (Science/Commerce/Humanities).
Q.What is the scholarship amount for UG and PG students?
UG students receive ₹12,000 per year for the first 3 years, and PG or professional 4th/5th year students receive ₹20,000 per year.
Q.Can distance learning students apply for CSSS?
No, the scholarship is strictly limited to students pursuing regular (full-time) undergraduate or postgraduate courses in recognized colleges or universities.