Government Scholarship · Undergraduate, Postgraduate, PhD

Meghalaya Chief Minister Scholarship Scheme (CMSS)

Q: Who is eligible for the Chief Minister Scholarship Scheme (CMSS)?

The scholarship is available to students who are permanent residents/domiciles of Meghalaya, are enrolled in full-time regular courses from Class XI up to Ph.D. level in recognized institutions (within or outside the state), and have a valid bank account, mobile number, and email ID. There is no income ceiling for applicants.

Q: Can students pursuing part-time or correspondence courses apply for CMSS?

No, students pursuing part-time or correspondence degrees/courses are not eligible to apply for the Chief Minister's Scholarship Scheme. Only students enrolled in regular full-time courses are considered.

Q: Can I receive CMSS along with other scholarships?

Yes, students can avail of the Chief Minister's Scholarship Scheme in addition to other scholarships applied for through the National Scholarship Portal or similar state/central portals.

Government of Meghalaya · Meghalaya

Annual Award₹6k+

Deadline31 Oct

Scheme Name	Meghalaya Chief Minister Scholarship Scheme (CMSS)
Provided By	Government of Meghalaya
Eligibility Summary	Class 11-12, Graduation, Engineering (< ₹8L Income)

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About the Program

Chief Minister's Scholarship Scheme (CMSS) is a universal scholarship program for Meghalaya students pursuing higher education, regardless of family income.

Benefits & Financial Support

₹6k+

Each eligible student will receive a fixed annual scholarship of ₹6,000. The amount will be directly credited to the student's Aadhaar-seeded bank account through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) mode. The amount may be revised by the Government from time to time. Students can avail this scholarship in addition to other central or state scholarships.

Annual scholarship worth ₹6,000.

Note: Unique scheme with NO income ceiling for Meghalaya residents.

Eligibility Criteria & Income Limit

Education Level	Undergraduate, Postgraduate, PhD
Course / Stream	Relevant courses
Income Limit	No income bar
Category / Caste	All
Domicile State	Meghalaya

Mandatory Documents Checklist

✓Aadhaar
✓Domicile of Meghalaya
✓Admission Proof
✓Photo

Selection Process

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Candidates will be selected based on academic merit and fulfillment of eligibility requirements
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The scheme is open to students from all income categories, with no income limit restrictions
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All submitted applications will be verified by the Education Department.

Renewal Policy

To continue receiving the scholarship annually, students must secure at least 35% marks in the preceding academic year.

How to Apply Online

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

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Visit the Official Portal
Go to the Meghalaya One portal (https://meghalayaone.gov.in).
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Register/Login
If you are a first-time user, click on 'Register to new user' or the 'Registration for New User' option and complete the registration process using your PDS/Ration Card Number or EPIC (Voter ID) Number. If already registered, log in using your credentials (mobile number/email ID/EPIC ID and password).
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Navigate to Scholarship Services
From the dashboard, go to 'Services' or 'Scholarship Services' and select the 'Chief Minister's Scholarship Scheme' or 'CMSS 2025'.
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Apply Now
Click on 'Apply Now'.
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Fill Application Form
Complete the online application form with all required details. Verify your mobile number/email with the OTP sent.
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Upload Documents
Upload scanned copies of the required documents in PDF format. These typically include: * Proof of Domicile/Identity (e.g., MHIS Card, MGNREGS Job Card, EPIC, PDS Card). * Previous year's mark sheet. * Recent passport-size photograph. * Bonafide Certificate issued by the Head of the Institution. * Bank Account details or Cancelled Cheque. * Self Declaration by the applicant.
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Review and Submit
Carefully review all the submitted details and uploaded documents. Click on 'Submit'.
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Save Reference Number
Take a screenshot or note down the application/reference number for future status tracking.
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Track Status
To track your application status, log in to the Meghalaya One portal, go to your dashboard, and check the 'Completed' or 'Request' section under Scholarship Services. The status will show if it's received, approved, or processed.

Common Questions (FAQs)

Who is eligible for the Chief Minister Scholarship Scheme (CMSS)?

The scholarship is available to students who are permanent residents/domiciles of Meghalaya, are enrolled in full-time regular courses from Class XI up to Ph.D. level in recognized institutions (within or outside the state), and have a valid bank account, mobile number, and email ID. There is no income ceiling for applicants.

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