Government Scholarship · Class 6, Undergraduate

Chief Minister (CM) Scholarship Sikkim

Q: How is the scholarship amount disbursed?

The scholarship amount is disbursed annually through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) directly into the student's Aadhaar-linked bank account. It is crucial to ensure your bank account is seeded with your Aadhaar number to receive the funds without delays.

Q: What are the primary eligibility criteria for this scholarship?

To be eligible, students must be permanent residents of Sikkim (holding an SSC or CoI) and enrolled in graduation, postgraduate, or professional courses at recognized institutions. A minimum of 60% marks in the previous qualifying examination is required (50% for ST candidates), and the annual family income from all sources must be below ₹3 lakh. Priority is given to students from the Bhutia, Lepcha, and Limboo-Tamang communities.

Q: How can I check the status of my scholarship application?

After submitting your application on the National Scholarship Portal (NSP), you can track its status by logging into your account on scholarships.gov.in and navigating to the status tracking section. It is advisable to regularly check for updates and ensure all details are correct and verified.

Education Dept, Sikkim · Sikkim

Annual Award₹25k+

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

₹25k+

The Sikkim Chief Minister's Scholarship provides ₹15,000 to ₹25,000 per year for meritorious students pursuing higher education, including graduation, postgraduate, and professional courses. Specifically, it offers ₹15,000/year for graduation, ₹18,000–₹20,000/year for postgraduate studies, and ₹20,000–₹25,000/year for professional courses like MBBS, Engineering, MBA, and LLB. The exact amount is dependent on the institution and course. Funds are disbursed annually through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) directly into Aadhaar-linked bank accounts. Students are advised to ensure their bank accounts are Aadhaar-seeded for seamless transfers.

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
Minimum Marks	60%
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 for the Sikkim Chief Minister's Scholarship are selected based on merit-cum-means criteria
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Applicants must be permanent Sikkim residents (SSC/CoI holders) and pursuing graduation, postgraduate, or professional courses at recognized institutions
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They must have secured a minimum of 60% marks in their previous examination (with a relaxation to 50% for Scheduled Tribe
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Bhutia, Lepcha communities) and have an annual family income below ₹3 lakh
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Priority is given to Bhutia, Lepcha, and Limboo-Tamang communities
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The application is submitted online through the National Scholarship Portal, followed by verification of documents by the Education Department.

Renewal Policy

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The scholarship can be renewed annually until the completion of the student's course of study, subject to specific conditions
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The student must remain continuously enrolled in the educational institution, pass all prescribed courses (semester/annual) in the enrolled academic program, and continue to meet all original eligibility criteria
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Renewal applications typically involve updating information on the National Scholarship Portal
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Any other scholarships received will be reviewed during the renewal verification process.

How to Apply Online

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

1
Registration
Open scholarships.gov.in and locate the 'New Registration' option.
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Aadhaar Authentication
Authenticate using your Aadhaar-linked mobile number for OTP verification. For new applicants, download the NSP OTR App and AadhaarFaceRD App from the Google Play Store to complete One-Time Registration (OTR) and generate an OTR ID.
3
Login
Log in to the NSP portal using your OTR ID and password.
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Fill Application Form
Carefully complete the application form with personal, academic, and bank details. Ensure your bank account is linked with Aadhaar.
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Upload Documents
Upload scanned copies of required documents, which typically include: * Aadhaar Card * Sikkim Subject Certificate (SSC) / Certificate of Identification (CoI) * Previous examination mark sheet (with minimum 60% marks, 50% for ST) * Bonafide / Admission Certificate from your institution * Income Certificate (annual family income below ₹3 lakh) * Caste / Tribal Certificate (if applicable) * Bank passbook (Aadhaar-linked) * Fee slip or Hostel slip (if applicable) * Passport-sized photograph * Declaration by Parents, signed by an Oath Commissioner (for Post Matric students in Private Institutions)
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Review and Submit
Cross-check all entries thoroughly before submitting the application. Save the generated reference number.
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Track Status
You can track the status of your application from the portal's status section.

Common Questions (FAQs)

How is the scholarship amount disbursed?

The scholarship amount is disbursed annually through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) directly into the student's Aadhaar-linked bank account. It is crucial to ensure your bank account is seeded with your Aadhaar number to receive the funds without delays.

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IndiaScholarships.in attempts to provide accurate information manually curated from official sources. Scholarship details, timelines, and eligibility can change without notice as per the provider's discretion. Applying for a scholarship does not guarantee selection. Always verify all information on the official Education Dept, Sikkim website before final submission.