Haryana State Merit Scholarship Scheme

Description
The scheme "Haryana State Merit Scholarship Scheme" was launched by the Haryana Education Department, Government of Haryana, aims to provide financial assistance to meritorious students from economically weaker sections to pursue higher education. The objective of this scheme is to award Merit-cum-Poverty Scholarships to talented students from economically backward classes pursuing General University Education for Degree, Post-Graduate, and Doctorate courses. Students who pass the specified Public Examination from Punjab University, Kurukshetra University, or any other examining body notified by the awarding authority are eligible to apply under this scheme. Additionally, the students whose parents/guardians are the citizens of India and are domiciled in the Haryana State are eligible to apply.

Exclusions
• Students receiving other merit or merit-cum-means scholarships from any other source are not eligible.
• Students who fail to pass their annual promotion examination in the first attempt will forfeit the scholarship.
• Students found involved in political activities, unlawful acts, or disciplinary misconduct will lose their eligibility.
• Students who migrate to another institution or course without prior approval will have their scholarships revoked.

Benefits
• Name of the Examination based on which Scholarships are Awarded & Scholarship Rates:

Eligibility Criteria
1. The applicant must be a citizen of India and a domiciled resident of Haryana.
2. The applicant must have passed the qualifying examination from Punjab, Kurukshetra University, or any other recognized examining body.
3. The applicant must be enrolled in a recognized course in a higher education institution in Haryana or Chandigarh.
4. The applicant must have obtained at least a Second Division in the qualifying examination.
5. For Rural Area Merit Scholarships, the applicant must have secured at least 40% marks in Matric/Higher Secondary (Final)/Pre-University Examinations.
6. The applicant must not be receiving any other merit-based scholarship, except for need-based scholarships from specific welfare boards.
7. > **Note:**
8. > **Preference/Priority/Reservation/Relaxation:**
9. One Ph.D./M.Phil. scholarship is exclusively tenable at Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi.
10. Rural Area Merit Scholarships are limited to students whose parents permanently reside and earn their livelihood in rural areas.

Application Process
Step 1: Registration Process:
Application Process:
Online

Registration Process:
Application Process:

Required Documents
• Domicile Certificate (to establish Haryana residency)
• Mark Sheet of previous Qualifying Examination (to verify academic merit)
• Income Certificate (if required for specific scholarship categories)
• Bank Account Details (for direct transfer of scholarship funds)
• Bonafide Certificate from the Institution (to confirm current enrollment)
• Rural Area Proof (mandatory for applicants under the Rural Area Merit Scholarship category, if applicable)
• Caste certificate
• Any other documents as required

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the Haryana State Merit Scholarship Scheme?
A: The Haryana State Merit Scholarship Scheme provides financial assistance to meritorious students from economically weaker backgrounds pursuing Degree, postgraduate, and Doctorate courses.

Q: Is there a minimum academic requirement for eligibility?
A: Yes, applicants must have secured at least a Second Division in their qualifying examination. For Rural Area Merit Scholarships, at least 40% marks in Matric or Higher Secondary exams are required.

Q: Which courses are covered under this scheme?
A: The scheme covers Degree, Post-Graduate, and Doctorate courses in General University Education, including B.A., B.Sc., B.Com., M.A., M.Sc., M.Com., B.Ed., M.Phil., and Ph.D.

Q: How much financial assistance is provided?
A: The scholarship amount varies by level of study: [?]150 per month for Matric, [?]300 for 10+2, [?]450 for Degree, and [?]900 for B.Ed., M.Phil., and Ph.D. courses.

Q: How is the scholarship amount disbursed?
A: The scholarship is disbursed monthly through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) to the beneficiary's bank account for the full academic year.

Q: Is there any restriction on availing other scholarships along with this?
A: Yes, applicants cannot combine this scholarship with any other merit-based scholarship, except for need-based scholarships from specific welfare boards.

Q: Can students from outside Haryana apply for this scholarship?
A: No, only domiciled residents of Haryana are eligible. However, students studying in Chandigarh who are bonafide Haryana residents may apply.

Q: Are students pursuing professional or technical courses eligible?
A: No, this scholarship is specifically for General University Education and does not cover professional or technical courses.

Q: What are the criteria for Rural Area Merit Scholarships?
A: Applicants must have secured at least 40% marks in Matric or Higher Secondary examinations and their parents must reside and earn their livelihood in rural areas.

Q: What happens if a student fails an annual examination?
A: Students who fail to pass their annual promotion examination in the first attempt will forfeit the scholarship.

Q: Where can students submit their applications?
A: Applications must be submitted to the designated authorities in their respective institutions or universities as per the guidelines issued by the Haryana Education Department.

Q: What should students do if they do not receive their scholarship amount on time?
A: Students should contact their institution's administration or the Haryana Education Department to report delays in scholarship disbursement.

Q: Can students avail the scholarship if they take a break from studies?
A: No, students must maintain continuous enrollment in their academic program to remain eligible for the scholarship.

Q: Can students appeal a rejection of their scholarship application?
A: Yes, applicants may contact the relevant authorities within their institution or the Haryana Education Department for clarification or appeals regarding rejection.

Q: What happens if a student drops out of the course?
A: If a student discontinues their studies, the scholarship will be forfeited, and they may be required to repay the amount already received.