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Prime Minister Special Scholarship Scheme (SSSJKL) Last Date & Deadlines 2026

Application Deadline

15 December 2025

Applications June - December via AICTE portal

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 Prime Minister Special Scholarship Scheme (SSSJKL)

Q.What is the last date to apply for PMSSS?

December 15, 2025 was the application deadline. Defective application verification was open till December 31, 2025.

Q.Who is eligible to apply for PMSSS?

Permanent residents of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh who qualify for national-level tests (NEET, JEE, CLAT, etc.) and pursue higher education outside J&K and Ladakh in AICTE-approved colleges are eligible.

Q.What is the scholarship amount provided under PMSSS?

The scholarship ranges from ₹30,000 to ₹3,00,000 for academic fees plus ₹1,00,000 annual maintenance allowance. General degree courses receive ₹30,000 academic fee coverage.