Government Scholarship · Class 6, Undergraduate

Chief Minister (CM) Scholarship Sikkim

Q: Who is eligible for the Chief Minister's Merit Scholarship Scheme?

Local students of Sikkim, aged between 11 to 12.5 years, who have studied continuously from Class 1st to Class 5th in a government school in Sikkim and secured the 1st rank in their Class 5th Annual Examination, are eligible to apply and appear for the selection test.

Q: What benefits does the scholarship provide?

The scholarship provides free education up to the Graduation level, which includes a full waiver of academic fees. It also facilitates admission into reputed public schools, both within and outside Sikkim, that are empanelled with the Human Resource Development (HRD) Department.

Q: Is there an online application process for this scholarship?

No, the application process for the Hon'ble Chief Minister's Merit Scholarship Scheme is primarily offline. It begins with parents/guardians contacting their respective government schools for the initial nomination.

Education Dept, Sikkim · Sikkim

Annual Award₹5.0 Lakh+

Deadline31 Oct

Scheme Name	Chief Minister (CM) Scholarship Sikkim
Provided By	Education Dept, Sikkim
Eligibility Summary	Class 11-12, Graduation, Engineering (< ₹8L Income)

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About the Program

CM Scholarship Sikkim provides opportunities for meritorious students from poor families to study in the best institutions.

Benefits & Financial Support

₹5.0 Lakh+

The Hon'ble Chief Minister's Merit Scholarship Scheme (HCMMSS) provides free education up to the Graduation level. This benefit includes a full waiver of academic fees for selected students, ensuring free education in reputed public schools both within and outside Sikkim. The scheme aims to cover the educational expenses, including quality residential education, academic mentoring, and holistic development opportunities.

Support for studies in top schools/colleges.

Note: For students who topped Class 5 in Govt schools for high-quality schooling.

Eligibility Criteria & Income Limit

Education Level	Class 6, Undergraduate
Course / Stream	Relevant courses
Income Limit	No income bar
Category / Caste	EWS / Merit
Domicile State	Sikkim

Mandatory Documents Checklist

✓Aadhaar
✓Sikkim Domicile
✓Class 5 Marksheet
✓EWS Certificate

Selection Process

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Candidates are selected based on a multi-stage process
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Initially, the head of the respective government school nominates the 1st rank holder from the Class 5th Annual Examination
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Eligible nominated students then appear for a written selection test conducted by the Examination Section of the Human Resource Development (HRD) Department
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The final selection is based strictly on merit, considering performance in the selection test and verification
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Selected students are then allotted seats in empanelled public schools within and outside the state
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If the first-ranked student does not qualify, the next eligible student in rank will be considered.

Renewal Policy

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The scholarship provides free education continuously up to the Graduation level
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Annual renewal is contingent upon the student maintaining satisfactory academic progress and continuing to meet the scheme's eligibility criteria
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The government aims to offer consistent support to enable students to pursue their higher studies without interruption.

How to Apply Online

Applications are submitted online via Online. Complete eKYC, upload scanned documents, and submit before the closing date.

1
Contact School
Parents/guardians must first contact their respective government schools to inquire about the scholarship and the nomination process.
2
School Nomination
The head of the government school nominates the student who secured the 1st rank in the Class 5th Annual Examination.
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Document Submission
Nominated students, along with their parents/guardians, submit the required documents to the Human Resource Development (HRD) Department. Essential documents typically include a School Transfer Certificate (from Class 5th), Marksheet of the 5th Class Annual Examination, Local Residential Certificate, Proof of age, and any other documents specified by the HRD Department at the time of application.
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Selection Test
Eligible students appear for a written selection test conducted by the Examination Section of the HRD Department.
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Selection and Allotment
Based on the performance in the selection test and verification of eligibility, selected students are announced. They are then allotted seats in reputed public schools empanelled with the HRD Department, both within and outside the state.
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Status Tracking
While no specific online tracking portal for this scheme is available, applicants can inquire about the status of their application and selection results through the HRD Department or their respective schools.

Common Questions (FAQs)

Who is eligible for the Chief Minister's Merit Scholarship Scheme?

Local students of Sikkim, aged between 11 to 12.5 years, who have studied continuously from Class 1st to Class 5th in a government school in Sikkim and secured the 1st rank in their Class 5th Annual Examination, are eligible to apply and appear for the selection test.

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