Central SchemeVerified for 2026
PM Scholarship Scheme (Railways) Last Date & Deadlines 2026
Application Deadline
15 December 2026
Expected deadline for 2026-27 cycle.
Timeline Details & Extensions
Applications must be submitted and finalized before 11:59 PM on the closing date. We advise students to submit applications at least a week in advance to avoid last-minute server bottlenecks.
- Institute-level verification continues for 15-30 days after the student application deadline.
- Incomplete or unfinalized drafts are auto-rejected on the last date.
FAQs for PM Scholarship Scheme (Railways)
Q.Who is eligible for the PM Scholarship Scheme (Railways)?
Wards of ex-serving and serving RPF/RPSF personnel below gazetted rank, pursuing professional degree courses in eligible institutes.
Q.What is the scholarship amount?
Rs. 2500 per month for male students and Rs. 3000 per month for female students, disbursed annually.
Q.How to apply?
Apply online through National Scholarship Portal (scholarships.gov.in). Deadline is typically 15 November.
Supporting Guides
Official Support
WebsiteOfficial Portal
Helpline(011) 23303283, 23041532, 03043283; ajeet.singh11@gov.in