PM Scholarship Scheme for RPF/RPSF 2024-25: The National Defense Fund, administered by the Ministry of Railways, invites online applications for the Prime Minister’s Scholarship Scheme. This scheme is specifically for the wards and widows of ex-RPF/RPSF personnel who wish to pursue higher technical and professional education. Eligible and interested students can apply online through the National Scholarship Portal (NSP) at scholarships.gov.in. Below is all the essential information related to the Prime Minister’s Scholarship Scheme for RPF/RPSF 2024-25, which will guide you through the application process.
PM Scholarship Scheme for RPF/RPSF 2024-25: Overview
| Scholarship Name | Prime Minister’s Scholarship Scheme (PMSS) For RPF/RPSF |
| Department Name | Ministry of Railways |
| Academic Year | 2024-25 |
| Application Last Date | 15 December 2024 |
| Homepage | Scholarship Online |
Eligibility Criteria
- Students should have secured 60% and above in Minimum Entry Qualification (MEQ) i.e.12th Std., Diploma/Graduation.
- The scholarship is admissible for only two wards per family and should be ensured by the beneficiaries as well as by the concerned zonal Railways/RPSF.
- Only the institutes/universities/colleges having AISHE regulation will be permissible.
Scholarship Amount
| Students | Scholarship Amount |
|---|---|
| For Male Student | Rs. 2500/- per month |
| For Female Student | Rs. 3000/- per month |
Documents Required
For Fresh Applicant
- Service Certificate issued by respective offices of the serving personnel.
- A copy of PPO/Discharge certificate/book.
- Applicants are required to upload scanned copy of the mark-sheet/Grade card of MEQ i.e. 10+2/ Diploma/Graduation.
For Renewal Applicants
- Latest service certificate issued by respective offices of the serving personnel for category IV (As per Annexure II)
- Scanned copy of the previous class marksheet/grade card/proof of up gradation to next class issued by the competent authority
Selection Criteria
The candidates will be selected based on the fulfilment of eligibility criteria. If the number of applications exceeds the number of available scholarships, the order of preference for allotment of scholarships will be as under –
- Category 1:- Wards/widows of ex-RPF/RPSF personnel who died in harness due to causes attributed to encounters with terrorists or with criminals while protecting railway property, passengers, and passenger areas or those who died during election work
- Category 2:- Wards/Widows of ex-RPF/RPSF personnel who died while in service
- Category 3:- Wards of ex-RPF/RPSF (retired) personnel
- Category 4:- Wards of serving RPF/RPSF personnel