1. Who can apply for PMSS?
– Children of Ex-Servicemen/Ex-Coast Guard personnel and their widows (up to officer rank) studying higher technical and professional courses can apply.
2. How do I apply for the scholarship?
– Apply online by visiting www.ksb.gov.in. You can find a flow chart explaining the process under the PMSS link.
3. How long will I receive the scholarship?
– You’ll get the scholarship for the whole course except during internships.
4. Can I still get the scholarship if I fail and pass later?
– No, you need to clear all subjects/semesters/academic years in the first attempt.
5. Is linking Aadhaar card with bank account necessary?
– Yes, it’s mandatory for receiving the scholarship payment.
6. What if I only get my mark sheets at the end of the course?
– Download Annexure-4 from www.ksb.gov.in and upload it along with computer-generated mark sheets signed by the Controller of Examination/Registrar (Examination) for subsequent scholarship installments.
7. Can I send computer-generated mark sheets?
– No, upload original mark sheets issued by the university.
8. Can I get the scholarship if my parent served in paramilitary or central armed forces police?
– No, this scholarship is for children and widows of Army, Navy, Air Force, and Coast Guard personnel.
9. Can I change my course or college if selected?
– Yes, you can change the course in the first year if it’s in the Approved List of Courses. For changes in later years, refer to the Important Instructions for PMSS on www.ksb.gov.in.
10. Can I apply for PMSS again if I’ve already received it?
– No, PMSS is only available for one course.