Education transforms lives, but financial barriers often hold students back. To support learners across India, the government has launched several schemes providing scholarships, fee reimbursements, and other benefits.
At Iconomic India, we bring you the most important student welfare schemes you should know about in 2025.
🏆 1. National Means-cum-Merit Scholarship Scheme (NMMSS)
Helps meritorious students from economically weaker sections continue their studies in classes 9–12.
✅ Scholarship Amount: ₹12,000 per annum
🎓 2. Central Sector Scheme of Scholarships for College and University Students
Supports students scoring above 80% in Class 12 to pursue higher education.
✅ Scholarship: ₹10,000–₹20,000 per year
📚 3. Post Matric Scholarship for SC/ST Students
Provides financial aid for students belonging to Scheduled Castes and Tribes.
✅ Coverage: Tuition fees, maintenance allowance, and more
🏫 4. Pre Matric Scholarship for Minority Students
For minority communities studying in classes 1–10.
✅ Scholarship: Up to ₹1,000 monthly
💻 5. AICTE Pragati Scholarship for Girls
Encourages girls in technical education.
✅ Scholarship: ₹50,000 annually
🏅 6. INSPIRE Scholarship
Supports students interested in natural and basic sciences.
✅ Scholarship: ₹80,000 per year
🎯 7. National Scholarship Portal (NSP)
A single platform to apply for multiple scholarships.
✅ Website: scholarships.gov.in
📈 8. PM Scholarship Scheme (PMSS)
For wards of ex-servicemen and paramilitary forces.
✅ Scholarship: ₹2,500–₹3,000 monthly
🌟 9. Bihar Mukhyamantri Balak/Balika Protsahan Yojana
State scheme rewarding students who excel in board exams.
✅ Benefit: ₹10,000–₹25,000
🪙 10. UP Scholarship Scheme
Covers both Pre-Matric and Post-Matric students.
✅ Application: Online through UP Scholarship Portal
💡 Conclusion:
Government schemes can ease the financial burden of education. Always check eligibility criteria and deadlines before applying.
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