Government Scholarship · UG / PG

IRDP Scholarship

Dept. of Social Justice & Empowerment, Govt. of Himachal Pradesh · Himachal Pradesh

Annual Award₹1k+

Deadline31 Oct

Scheme Name	IRDP Scholarship
Provided By	Dept. of Social Justice & Empowerment, Govt. of Himachal Pradesh
Eligibility Summary	UG / PG · Himachal Pradesh residents · No income limit

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About the Program

The IRDP Scholarship by Department of Social Justice & Empowerment, Himachal Pradesh provides financial assistance to students from Below Poverty Line (BPL) families under Integrated Rural Development Programme. Eligible students from class 9th to university level in government or aided institutions receive annual scholarships. Apply online via HP ePASS portal for 2025-2026 academic year.

Benefits & Financial Support

₹1k+

The annual scholarship amount for the IRDP Scholarship (now often referred to as 'Mukhya Mantri Vidyarthi Kalyan Yojana') varies based on the student's academic level and accommodation status. For Classes 9th & 10th, boys receive ₹300 per annum, and girls receive ₹600 per annum. Students in Classes 11th & 12th receive ₹800 per annum. College/University day scholars are awarded ₹1,200 per annum, while hostelers at the college/university level receive the highest amount of ₹2,400 per annum. Funds are typically disbursed annually through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) to the student's Aadhaar-seeded bank account.

Annual scholarship amounts varying by class and gender, e.g., Rs 300/- p.a. for boys and Rs 2400/- p.a. for girls in 9th & 10th class, to support continuation of education[1][6].

Eligibility Criteria & Income Limit

Education Level	UG / PG
Course / Stream	Relevant courses
Income Limit	No income bar
Category / Caste	General (IRDP families)
Domicile State	Himachal Pradesh

Mandatory Documents Checklist

✓Online Scholarship Form
✓Income Certificate (IRDP family proof)
✓Bonafide certificate
✓Mark sheets

Selection Process

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Candidates are selected based on several criteria: The applicant must be a bona fide resident and domicile of Himachal Pradesh
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The student must belong to an Integrated Rural Development Program (IRDP) or Below Poverty Line (BPL) family, with proof from a competent authority (e.g., a ration card)
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The student must be studying from Class 9 up to the university level in a government or government-aided institution within Himachal Pradesh
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While no specific minimum marks are stated for initial eligibility, satisfactory academic performance is required for renewal.

Renewal Policy

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Renewal of the scholarship is subject to satisfactory academic performance in the previous year's examination and the continued fulfillment of all original eligibility criteria
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Students are generally required to re-apply for renewal each academic year through the National Scholarship Portal (NSP).

How to Apply Online

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

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Visit the Official Portal
Go to the National Scholarship Portal (NSP) at `https://scholarships.gov.in/` or the HP ePass Portal at `https://hpepass.cgg.gov.in/`.
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New Registration
If you are a first-time applicant, click on 'New Registration' or 'Student Login' and then 'New Student Registration'.
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Complete Registration Form
Carefully read the guidelines, accept the undertaking, and click 'Continue'. Provide accurate details such as your Domicile State (Himachal Pradesh), Scholarship Category (Post Matric, if applicable), Scheme Type (Scholarship Scheme), personal information, mobile number, email ID, and bank account details. Ensure your bank account is Aadhaar-seeded for Direct Benefit Transfer.
4
Verify Mobile Number
Your mobile number will be verified using a One-Time Password (OTP).
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Generate Credentials
Upon successful verification, an application ID and password will be generated. Keep these credentials safe for future logins and status tracking.
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Login and Fill Application
Use your generated application ID and password or Aadhaar number to log in to the portal. Fill out the detailed scholarship application form with all the required information accurately.
7
Upload Documents
Attach all necessary scanned documents, including your Himachali bonafide certificate, IRDP/BPL family certificate, Aadhaar card, previous year's mark sheets, and the latest bank statement of the student.
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Review and Submit
Carefully review all information and uploaded documents for any discrepancies before final submission.
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Track Status
After submission, you can track the status of your application on the NSP portal using your login credentials.

Common Questions (FAQs)

Who is eligible for the IRDP Scholarship (Mukhya Mantri Vidyarthi Kalyan Yojana) for the 2025-26/2026 academic year?

Students who are bona fide residents of Himachal Pradesh, belong to an Integrated Rural Development Program (IRDP) or Below Poverty Line (BPL) family, and are studying in a government or government-aided institution from Class 9 up to the university level are eligible.

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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 Dept. of Social Justice & Empowerment, Govt. of Himachal Pradesh website before final submission.