Prime Minister's Scholarship Scheme for Wards of Ex-Servicemen (KSB PMSS)
Scheme Overview & Objective
Established under National Defence Fund to promote higher technical education for wards of ex-servicemen of Indian Army, Navy, Air Force and Coast Guard.
Who Can Apply? (Detailed Eligibility Matrix)
| Target Education Level | Undergraduate |
|---|---|
| Minimum Qualification | Class 12 / Diploma / Graduation with minimum 60% marks |
| Academic Disciplines / Streams | Engineering, Medicine, Dental, Architecture, Agriculture, Management |
| Family Income Limit | No restrictive family income threshold (pure merit evaluation). |
| Minimum Academic Score | Minimum 60.0% marks or equivalent CGPA in qualifying exam. |
| Gender Eligibility | Open to All Genders (Male, Female, Transgender) |
| Social Reservation Category | All |
| Domicile / Residence | All India |
Financial Benefits & Allowances
Mandatory Document Preparation Checklist
Ensure the following documents are in clear PDF / JPG format (under 500 KB each) with valid digital signatures prior to beginning application:
Common Application Mistakes to Avoid
Over 35% of scholarship rejections in India occur due to preventable documentation flaws:
- ▪ Mismatch between student name on Aadhaar and Class 10 Certificate.
- ▪ Submitting an expired Family Income Certificate.
- ▪ Delaying institute-level nodal officer verification after online submission.
- ▪ Entering an incorrect IFSC code or an inactive bank account.
Active Application Cycle
MPath Trust & Security Notice
• Government scholarships never charge any application fee.
• MPath never asks for passwords, OTPs, or bank PINs.
• Submissions occur through authorized official portals (NSP, State Portals).