Central Sector Scholarship 2025 — Applications Open for 82,000 Students

The Ministry of Education has opened applications for the Central Sector Scholarship Scheme 2024–25. A total of 82,000 scholarships will be awarded to meritorious students from low-income families pursuing undergraduate programmes.

Scholarship Amount

• Year 1–3 (UG): ₹10,000 per year
• Year 4–5 (Professional courses): ₹20,000 per year
• PG students: ₹20,000 per year

Eligibility

• Scored above 80th percentile in Class 12 board exams
• Parental income below ₹8 lakh per annum
• Enrolled in regular degree programme at recognised institution

How to Apply

Apply through the National Scholarship Portal: scholarships.gov.in. Last date: 31 March 2025.