Government Scholarship · Undergraduate

PMSS for Railway Protection Force (RPF/RPSF)

Q: Who is eligible to apply for the PMSS for RPF/RPSF scholarship?

Dependent wards (children) or widows of ex-serving or serving RPF/RPSF personnel who hold ranks below that of a Gazetted Officer are eligible. Applicants must have secured a minimum of 60% marks or an equivalent grade in their Minimum Entry Qualification (MEQ), such as Class 12 for undergraduate courses, a diploma for lateral entry, or a graduation degree for postgraduate programs (excluding most Master's degrees, except MBA and MCA). Students must be enrolled in a full-time professional or technical degree course recognized by regulatory bodies like AICTE, MCI, UGC, or NCTE, and the institute must be AISHE-compliant. Only two wards from each family are eligible.

Q: How is the scholarship amount disbursed to the selected students?

The scholarship amount is disbursed directly into the bank accounts of the selected applicants through the Public Financial Management System (PFMS) under the Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) Mission of the Government of India. Submission of bank particulars, including the account number of a nationalized bank, duly seeded with the Aadhaar number, is mandatory.

Q: What are the conditions for annual renewal of the scholarship?

For annual renewal, students must re-apply on the National Scholarship Portal. It is mandatory to obtain at least 50% marks in each semester or academic year and successfully pass all subjects in a single attempt. Failure to pass the current class in the same academic year or discontinuing the course will lead to disqualification for further scholarship renewal.

Ministry of Railways, Government of India · All India

Annual Award₹36k+

Deadline31 Oct

Scheme Name	PMSS for Railway Protection Force (RPF/RPSF)
Provided By	Ministry of Railways, Government of India
Eligibility Summary	Class 11-12, Graduation, Engineering (< ₹8L Income)

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About the Program

PMSS for RPF/RPSF encourages higher technical education among wards of railway security personnel through monthly stipends.

Benefits & Financial Support

₹36k+

Selected male students receive ₹2,500 per month, while selected female students receive ₹3,000 per month. This translates to an annual amount of ₹30,000 for male students and ₹36,000 for female students. The scholarship amount is credited directly into the beneficiaries' Aadhaar-seeded bank accounts through the Public Financial Management System (PFMS) under the Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) Mission of the Government.

Up to ₹36,000 annually.

Note: Similar to CAPF scheme but specifically for Railway Protection Force wards.

Eligibility Criteria & Income Limit

Education Level	Undergraduate
Course / Stream	Relevant courses
Minimum Marks	60%
Income Limit	No income bar
Category / Caste	All
Domicile State	All India

Mandatory Documents Checklist

✓Service Certificate
✓Aadhaar
✓Marksheets
✓Admission Proof

Selection Process

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The selection process for the scholarship is strictly merit-based within predefined priority categories
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These categories include:wards or widows of personnel who died in harness due to encounters with terrorists/criminals or during election work
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wards/widows of personnel who died while in service
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wards of ex-RPF/RPSF (retired) personnel
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and wards of serving RPF/RPSF personnel
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If vacancies remain after considering candidates from higher categories, they are cascaded to lower categories
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The final list is prepared and published by the Ministry of Railways after verification, and this decision is binding.

Renewal Policy

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For renewal of the scholarship, applicants must apply annually on the National Scholarship Portal (NSP)
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It is mandatory to maintain at least 50% marks in each semester or academic year and pass all subjects in a single attempt
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Renewal applicants are required to upload an updated service certificate (for Category IV) and a scanned copy of the previous year's mark sheet or proof of promotion/upgrade from the institute.

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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Register on NSP
Visit the National Scholarship Portal (NSP) at `www.scholarships.gov.in`. Register by providing basic details such as your name, mobile number, and email. A mobile number is mandatory to receive a One-Time Password (OTP) for further processing.
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Log In
Use your credentials (application ID and password) to log in to the NSP.
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Select Scheme
From the dashboard, select the "Prime Minister's Scholarship Scheme for RPF/RPSF".
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Fill Application Form
Complete the application form by filling in all personal, educational, and parent's service status details accurately. Ensure all required information is correctly provided.
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Upload Documents
Upload scanned copies of the mandatory documents. For fresh applicants, this includes a service certificate (for Category IV) or PPO/Discharge certificate (for Categories I, II, III), mark sheet of Minimum Entry Qualification (MEQ) showing at least 60% marks, proof of admission/enrollment in the eligible course, Aadhaar card, bank account details (seeded with Aadhaar), and a passport-size photograph.
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Review and Submit
Carefully review all the details entered in the application form and the uploaded documents. Submit the application before the specified deadline (October 31, 2026, for the 2026-27 academic year).
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Verification
The concerned railway zone or RPSF and your educational institution will verify your application and documents online.
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Track Status
Applicants can track the status of their application and the receipt of the scholarship through their user ID and password on the NSP.

Common Questions (FAQs)

Who is eligible to apply for the PMSS for RPF/RPSF scholarship?

Dependent wards (children) or widows of ex-serving or serving RPF/RPSF personnel who hold ranks below that of a Gazetted Officer are eligible. Applicants must have secured a minimum of 60% marks or an equivalent grade in their Minimum Entry Qualification (MEQ), such as Class 12 for undergraduate courses, a diploma for lateral entry, or a graduation degree for postgraduate programs (excluding most Master's degrees, except MBA and MCA). Students must be enrolled in a full-time professional or technical degree course recognized by regulatory bodies like AICTE, MCI, UGC, or NCTE, and the institute must be AISHE-compliant. Only two wards from each family are eligible.

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