Chief Minister's Scholarship Scheme
in Meghalaya
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Chief Minister's Scholarship Scheme in Meghalaya
Chief Minister's Scholarship Scheme is a government scheme available to eligible residents of Meghalaya.
Apply for Chief Minister's Scholarship Scheme in Meghalaya
Scheme Overview
Under this scheme, financial support is provided to students from Class XI to Ph.D. level. It offers a fixed annual scholarship of ₹6,000 for post-matric studies, which is paid directly into the students’ bank accounts. This scholarship is often provided in addition to other scholarships.
Eligibility Criteria
The student must be a domicile of Meghalaya.
The student must have a valid bank account, mobile number, and email ID.
Students pursuing part-time or correspondence courses are not eligible.
The student must have secured at least 35% marks in the preceding academic year.
The scholarship is available only to students pursuing full-time regular courses in recognized institutions, including:
i) Government institutes/colleges/universities
ii) Institutions of National Importance
iii) Central/State Universities; autonomous colleges recognized by UGC; and institutions recognized under Section 2(f) and/or 12(b) of the UGC Act
iv) Deemed Universities
v) Private universities/institutions affiliated with Central/State Universities
vi) Government/Government-aided/Private schools (for Classes XI and XII)
vii) State/UT-recognized diploma-granting institutions
viii) NCVT-affiliated vocational training institutes
ix) Institutions recognized by regulatory bodies such as MCI, AICTE, etc.
**Cancellation of Scholarship:**
The Directorate reserves the right to cancel the scholarship under the following circumstances:
(a) If the student is involved in misconduct or disciplinary proceedings, as reported by the concerned institution.
(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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Benefits
An eligible student shall be awarded a fixed scholarship of ₹6,000/- (Rupees six thousand only) per annum.
Required Documents
| # | Document |
|---|---|
| 1 | MHIS Card of the parents |
| 2 | MGNREGS Job Card of the parents |
| 3 | EPIC (Voter ID) of the applicant or parents |
| 4 | PDS (Ration) Card |
How to Apply in Meghalaya
Citizen Registration for Member ID
Online Citizen Registration for Member ID
Step 1: Visit the official website and click on the “Citizen” option.
Online Step 1: Visit the official website and click on the “Citizen” option.
Step 2: If you are a first-time user, click on “Registration for New User” and complete the registration process to create your account.
Online 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 3: Select your Authentication ID from the available options, such as
Online PDS (Ration Card) Election Photo ID Card (EPIC).
Step 4: Enter your card number, select your name from the displayed list, and click on “Next” to continue.
Online Step 4: Enter your card number, select your name from the displayed list, and click on “Next” to continue.
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.
Online 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 6: Click on “Validate” to verify the entered EPIC number, and then click on “Next” to move to the application form.
Online Step 6: Click on “Validate” to verify the entered EPIC number, and then click on “Next” to move to the application form.
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.
Online Sign In
Step 1: Click on “Sign In” and choose your preferred sign-in method from Mobile Number, PDS, EPIC, or Member ID.
Online Step 1: Click on “Sign In” and choose your preferred sign-in method from Mobile Number, PDS, EPIC, or Member ID.
Step 2: Enter your User ID and Password, then click on “Login” to access your account.
Online Step 2: Enter your User ID and Password, then click on “Login” to access your account.
Step 3: After logging in, click on “Apply for Services/Scheme” to start your application.
Online Step 3: After logging in, click on “Apply for Services/Scheme” to start your application.
Step 4: Fill in all the required details in the application form, upload the necessary documents, carefully review the information, and click on “Submit.”
Online Step 4: Fill in all the required details in the application form, upload the necessary documents, carefully review the information, and click on “Submit.”
Common questions in Meghalaya
Who can apply for Chief Minister's Scholarship Scheme in Meghalaya?
Eligible residents of Meghalaya who meet the scheme’s overall criteria can apply for Chief Minister's Scholarship Scheme. Refer to the eligibility section above for the complete checklist.
What documents are required for Chief Minister's Scholarship Scheme in Meghalaya?
Applicants in Meghalaya typically need identity proof (Aadhaar), state residency proof, bank account details, and any scheme-specific documents listed in the documents section.
Frequently Asked Questions
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 to help them pursue post-matriculation education in recognized institutions. <br>