NSP Prime Minister’s Scholarship Scheme (PMSS) 2025-26 For Martyred Police Personnel Wards

Organisation : Ministry of Home Affairs
Portal : National Scholarship Portal (NSP)
Scholarship Name : Prime Minister’s Scholarship Scheme 2025-26 (PMSS)
Applicable For : Wards of Police Personnel Martyred During Terror/Naxal Attacks
Application Last Date : 31st October 2025
Website: https://scholarships.gov.in/home

What is Prime Minister’s Scholarship Scheme For Police Personnel?

Prime Minister’s Scholarship Scheme For Police Personnel (PMSS) is a scholarship scheme launched under the National Defence Fund to encourage technical and professional education for the wards and widows of personnel of  States/UTs Police personnel martyred in Terror/Naxal attacks. Applications must be submitted online through the National Scholarship Portal (NSP). Last date of application is 31st October 2025.

Related / Similar Scholarship : NSP PMSS 2025-26 Prime Minister’s Scholarship Scheme For Central Armed Police Forces & Assam Rifles Personnel

Eligibility of Prime Minister’s Scholarship Scheme For Police Personnel

Eligible applicants include:
** Wards/widows of CAPFs & AR personnel who killed in action or died for causes attributable to Government service.
** Wards of disabled personnel of CAPFs & AR personnel.
** Wards of personnel in receipt of Gallantry Awards.
** Wards of retired and serving CAPFs & AR personnel (PBOR).
** Wards of States/UTs Police personnel martyred in Terror/Naxal attacks.

New Applicants:
Must have secured at least 60% in the Minimum Entry Qualification (MEQ) such as 10+2, diploma or graduation.

Renewal Applicants:
Must pass each academic year with at least 50% marks.

How To Apply For Prime Minister’s Scholarship Scheme For Police Personnel?

Applications must be submitted online through the National Scholarship Portal (NSP) at www.scholarship.gov.in. Read the full guidelines before applying

Documents Required :
** Service certificate (Annexure-A) for serving personnel.
** PPO/Discharge/Death/Disability/Gallantry award certificate (as applicable).
** Bonafide certificate from institution.
** Self-atteste d MEQ mark sheet.

For States/UTs Police: A certificate confirming martyrdom in Terror/Naxal attack issued by the State Govt.

FAQ On Prime Minister’s Scholarship Scheme For Police Personnel

Frequently Asked Questions FAQ On Prime Minister’s Scholarship Scheme For Police Personnel

Is there a quota for scholarships?
Yes. Each year under fresh category:
** 2,000 scholarships (1,000 for boys and 1,000 for girls) for CAPFs & AR categories.
** 500 scholarships (250 for boys and 250 for girls) for States/UTs Police category.

Note: Quotas are not interchangeable between genders.

Are integrated courses eligible?
Yes, but only the professional component of an integrated course is eligible. For dual professional degrees, only the first professional component is covered.

Can I update bank details after application?
The scholarship is paid via Aadhaar-seeded bank account using DBT through PFMS.

Can students studying abroad or in unrecognized colleges apply?
No. PMSS is not applicable to students studying abroad or enrolled in institutions not recognized by UGC, AICTE, MCI, or other regulatory bodies.

Can a student avail multiple scholarships?
No. Applicants receiving any other scholarship/stipend are not eligible for PMSS.

What happens if I submit incorrect or false information?
Such applications will be rejected and the scholarship will be cancelled and required to refund the scholarship amount with interest.

Can I apply for PMSS if I am already in the second year of a course?
Yes, if you were admitted directly to the 2nd year via lateral entry (e.g., after diploma in engineering), you are eligible. But PMSS is not applicable for second-year admission through regular progression.

What is the maximum number of children from a family who can avail this scholarship?
Only two children per family are eligible to receive the scholarship under PMSS.

Is there any age limit to apply for the scholarship?
There is no specific age limit mentioned, but preference is given to applicants of higher age during merit-based selection.

Can I change my course or college after being selected?
No. Any change of course/college/institute after selection will result in automatic cancellation of the scholarship.

Can I apply again next year if I missed applying this year?
Yes, but only if you are still in your first year and fulfill all eligibility criteria. For renewal, a grace period of one year is allowed in case of delay in applying.

Important Dates of Prime Minister’s Scholarship For Police Personnel

Important Dates of Prime Minister’s Scholarship Scheme 2025-26 for Wards of Police Personnel Martyred During Terror/Naxal Attacks

** Scheme Open from : 02-06-2025
** Student Application Open till : 31-10-2025
** Defective Application Verification Open till:15-11-2025
** Institute Verification Open till:15-11-2025
** DNO/SNO/MNO Verification Open till:30-11-2025