Central Government SchemeVerified for 2026
PMSS for CAPFs and Assam Rifles Eligibility Criteria 2026
Qualifying Mark/Percent60% marks in previous class
Target Education LevelsUndergraduate
Eligible Caste/CategoriesAll
Gender LimitAll
Residency/Domicile Requirements
Wards/widows of CAPF & Assam Rifles personnel
Special Conditions
Financial support for wards of paramilitary personnel pursuing professional education.
FAQs for PMSS for CAPFs and Assam Rifles
Q.What is the Prime Minister's Scholarship Scheme for CAPF & Assam Rifles?
It is a central government scholarship supporting professional education for wards and widows of CAPF & Assam Rifles personnel.
Q.How many scholarships are offered every year?
A total of 2000 scholarships are awarded annually—1000 for boys and 1000 for girls.
Q.What are the monthly scholarship amounts?
Girls receive Rs. 3,000 per month (Rs. 36,000 annually), and boys receive Rs. 2,500 per month (Rs. 30,000 annually) through DBT.
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