The Prime Minister’s Scholarship Scheme (PMSS) 2025 is now open for applications, offering financial support to the wards and widows of personnel from CAPFs, Assam Rifles, RPF/RPSF, and State/UT Police forces. The scheme aims to support students who are pursuing professional or technical degree programmes in India and require financial assistance to continue their higher education. With the application deadline set for November 30, 2025, students are advised to complete the registration process through the National Scholarship Portal (NSP) well before the closing date.
Launched in 2006–07, PMSS has steadily expanded its reach. Over 49,189 scholarships have already been disbursed to eligible students and widows from CAPFs and State Police Forces till the academic year 2023–24. The scheme offers monthly financial assistance of ₹3,000 for girls and ₹2,500 for boys, making it one of the most impactful central government scholarship programs in India. PMSS 2025 covers three major schemes, each designed for a specific group of beneficiaries. Students must ensure that they meet the criteria of their respective category before applying.
PMSS 2025 Application Timeline
The application window for all three PMSS categories opened simultaneously on the National Scholarship Portal. Check the complete schedule below.
PMSS 2025 – Key Dates
| Scholarship Name | Application Start Date | Application End Date |
|---|---|---|
| PMSS for Wards of States/UTs Police Personnel | June 2, 2025 | November 30, 2025 |
| PMSS for Wards & Widows of CAPFs and Assam Rifles | June 2, 2025 | November 30, 2025 |
| PMSS for Wards of RPF/RPSF Personnel | June 2, 2025 | November 30, 2025 |
Who Can Apply for PMSS 2025?
Eligibility requirements differ for each PMSS category. Students must review the conditions carefully before submitting their applications.
1. PMSS for Wards and Widows of CAPFs & Assam Rifles
Eligible applicants include:
- Wards of CAPFs/Assam Rifles personnel martyred in terror or naxal attacks.
- Students pursuing professional degree courses such as engineering, nursing, medicine, pharmacy, BBA, BCA, agriculture, MBA, MCA, and similar programs.
- Minimum 60% marks in Class 12, Diploma, or Graduation.
2. PMSS for Wards & Widows of CAPFs/AR (General Category)
Includes:
- Deceased personnel (killed in action or during service).
- Personnel disabled due to service-related causes.
- Serving and retired personnel of CAPFs/AR below officer rank (PBOR).
- Ex-personnel awarded gallantry awards.
- Minimum academic score of 60% in the qualifying examination.
3. PMSS for Wards of RPF/RPSF Personnel
Eligible if:
- The ward or widow belongs to RPF/RPSF personnel who died in the line of duty, particularly during counter-terrorism or criminal encounters.
- Minimum 60% marks in Class 12/diploma/graduation.
- A maximum of two children per family can apply.
Scholarship Rewards Under PMSS 2025
PMSS offers varying scholarship amounts for male and female students. The financial support is credited annually to the student’s bank account via PFMS.
PMSS Scholarship Amount Over the Years
| Academic Year | Girls (₹/month) | Boys (₹/month) |
|---|---|---|
| 2006–07 to 2011–12 | 1,500 | 1,250 |
| 2012–13 to 2018–19 | 2,250 | 2,000 |
| 2019–20 onwards | 3,000 | 2,500 |
This enhanced scholarship amount enables students to manage academic fees, study materials, and other educational requirements more comfortably.
How to Register for PMSS 2025 on NSP
The application process for PMSS 2025 is entirely online. Offline submissions are not accepted.
NSP Registration Steps
- Visit the National Scholarship Portal (NSP).
- Click on the Students section.
- Select the Login option under One-Time Registration (OTR).
- Choose Register and read the guidelines carefully.
- Enter your mobile number to receive an OTP.
- Submit the OTP and complete verification.
- Provide Aadhaar details and follow the OTP authentication.
- Fill in your personal information and click Finish.
- Note down the temporary registration number and complete face authentication through the OTR mobile app.
How to Apply Online for PMSS 2025
Once registered on NSP, students must proceed with the scholarship application.
Steps to Apply
- Go to the NSP homepage.
- Click Apply for Scholarship.
- Log in using your credentials.
- Select Prime Minister’s Scholarship Scheme from the list.
- Complete the application form with accurate academic and personal details.
- Upload all mandatory documents.
- Submit the form and download a copy for reference.
Documents Required for PMSS 2025
Applicants must upload clear, valid documents, including:
- Aadhaar card
- Class 10/12/Diploma/Graduation marksheets
- Bonafide certificate
- Service certificate, PPO, Gallantry Award certificate (whichever applicable)
- Proof of relation (death/disability certificate)
- Fee receipt/admission letter
- Bank account details
- Passport-size photo
- Dependency/marriage certificate (for widows)
PMSS 2025 Selection Procedure
The multi-level selection ensures transparency and fairness.
- Online Application Submission through NSP with required documents.
- Institute Verification of academic and enrollment details.
- Authority Verification by CAPF/AR/RPF/State Police officials.
- WARB Review for merit list preparation and scholarship calculation.
- Fund Request initiated by WARB to the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA).
- Sanction of Funds by MHA.
- Direct Transfer of the scholarship amount into the student’s account via PFMS.
Withdrawal & Renewal Guidelines
Withdrawal Policy
- Applications can be withdrawn anytime before Level-2 verification by the Force Nodal Officer.
- A dropdown with standard withdrawal reasons is available on NSP.
- After withdrawal, students may reapply under the same or a different scheme (if open).
Renewal Conditions
To continue receiving the scholarship:
- Students must score at least 50% every academic year/semester.
- All subjects must be passed in the first attempt.
