Chief Minister's Scholarship Scheme

Description
The Chief Minister's Scholarship Scheme under the Education Department, Government of Meghalaya, provides financial support to students from Class XI to Ph.D. level. The scheme offers a fixed annual scholarship of ₹6,000 for post-matric studies, which is paid directly into the students’ bank accounts. This scholarship may be provided in addition to other scholarships. Objectives of the Scheme: a To empower eligible students of Meghalaya to pursue quality education from post-matriculation to doctorate level by providing financial assistance. b To ensure timely, direct, and error-free delivery of scholarships to the targeted beneficiaries.

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Benefits
• An eligible student shall be awarded a fixed scholarship of ₹6,000/- (Rupees six thousand only) per annum.

Eligibility Criteria
1. The student must be a domicile of Meghalaya.
2. The student must have a valid bank account, mobile number, and email ID.
3. Students pursuing part-time or correspondence courses are not eligible.
4. The student must have secured at least 35% marks in the preceding academic year.
5. The scholarship is available only to students pursuing full-time regular courses in recognized institutions, including:
6. i) Government institutes/colleges/universities
7. ii) Institutions of National Importance
8. iii) Central/State Universities; autonomous colleges recognized by UGC; and institutions recognized under Section 2(f) and/or 12(b) of the UGC Act
9. iv) Deemed Universities
10. v) Private universities/institutions affiliated with Central/State Universities
11. vi) Government/Government-aided/Private schools (for Classes XI and XII)
12. vii) State/UT-recognized diploma-granting institutions
13. viii) NCVT-affiliated vocational training institutes
14. ix) Institutions recognized by regulatory bodies such as MCI, AICTE, etc.
15. **Cancellation of Scholarship:**
16. The Directorate reserves the right to cancel the scholarship under the following circumstances:
17. (a) If the student is involved in misconduct or disciplinary proceedings, as reported by the concerned institution.
18. (c) If the student is found to be ineligible at any stage, either during verification or thereafter. In such cases, the student shall be liable to refund the entire scholarship amount received.
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Application Process
Step 1: Citizen Registration for Member ID
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Citizen Registration for Member ID

Step 2: Step 1: Visit the official website and click on the “Citizen” option.
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Step 1: Visit the official website and click on the “Citizen” option.

Step 3: Step 2: If you are a first-time user, click on “Registration for New User” and complete the registration process to create your account.
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Step 2: If you are a first-time user, click on “Registration for New User” and complete the registration process to create your account.

Step 4: Step 3: Select your Authentication ID from the available options, such as
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PDS (Ration Card)
Election Photo ID Card (EPIC).

Step 5: Step 4: Enter your card number, select your name from the displayed list, and click on “Next” to continue.
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Step 4: Enter your card number, select your name from the displayed list, and click on “Next” to continue.

Step 6: Step 5: Your EPIC ID will appear on the screen. If the details are correct, click on “Accept.” If the details are incorrect or rejected, manually enter your EPIC number and proceed.
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Step 5: Your EPIC ID will appear on the screen. If the details are correct, click on “Accept.” If the details are incorrect or rejected, manually enter your EPIC number and proceed.

Step 7: Step 6: Click on “Validate” to verify the entered EPIC number, and then click on “Next” to move to the application form.
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Step 6: Click on “Validate” to verify the entered EPIC number, and then click on “Next” to move to the application form.

Step 8: Step 7: Fill in all required details in the application form, upload the necessary documents, carefully review all the information, and click on “Submit.” After successful submission, you will receive a unique application number for future reference.
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Sign In

Step 9: Step 1: Click on “Sign In” and choose your preferred sign-in method from Mobile Number, PDS, EPIC, or Member ID.
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Step 1: Click on “Sign In” and choose your preferred sign-in method from Mobile Number, PDS, EPIC, or Member ID.

Step 10: Step 2: Enter your User ID and Password, then click on “Login” to access your account.
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Step 2: Enter your User ID and Password, then click on “Login” to access your account.

Step 11: Step 3: After logging in, click on “Apply for Services/Scheme” to start your application.
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Step 3: After logging in, click on “Apply for Services/Scheme” to start your application.

Step 12: Step 4: Fill in all the required details in the application form, upload the necessary documents, carefully review the information, and click on “Submit.”
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Step 4: Fill in all the required details in the application form, upload the necessary documents, carefully review the information, and click on “Submit.”

Required Documents
• MHIS Card of the parents
• MGNREGS Job Card of the parents
• EPIC (Voter ID) of the applicant or parents
• PDS (Ration) Card

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the Chief Minister's Scholarship Scheme?
A: The Chief Minister&#39;s Scholarship Scheme, under the Education Department, Government of Meghalaya, provides financial support to students from Class XI to Ph.D. level to help them pursue post-matriculation education in recognized institutions.
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Q: Who is eligible for the scholarship?
A: The scholarship is available to students who are domiciles of Meghalaya, have a valid bank account, mobile number, and email ID, and are enrolled in full-time regular courses in recognized institutions within or outside the state.
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Q: Are part-time or correspondence students eligible?
A: No, students pursuing part-time or correspondence courses are not eligible for this scholarship.
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Q: Can students receive this scholarship along with other scholarships?
A: Yes, students can avail of this scholarship in addition to other scholarships applied for through the National Scholarship Portal or similar portals.
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Q: Is there an income limit to apply for the scholarship?
A: No, there is no income ceiling for applicants under this scheme.
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Q: How much scholarship is awarded?
A: Each student receives a fixed scholarship of ₹6,000 per annum (Rupees six thousand only). The amount may be revised from time to time by the Government.
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Q: How is the scholarship disbursed?
A: The scholarship amount is paid directly into the student’s bank account to ensure timely, direct, and error-free delivery.
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Q: What is the minimum academic requirement?
A: Students must have secured at least 35% marks in the preceding academic year to continue receiving the scholarship.
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Q: Can students from private schools apply?
A: Yes, students enrolled in private schools recognized by the state or central authorities, particularly for Classes XI and XII, are eligible to apply.
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Q: Are students of deemed or private universities eligible?
A: Yes, students enrolled in deemed universities or private institutions affiliated with recognized central or state universities are eligible.
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Q: Can students studying outside Meghalaya apply?
A: Yes, students who are domiciles of Meghalaya and enrolled in recognized institutions outside the state are eligible.
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