Here are some frequently asked questions about the Prime Minister’s Scholarship Scheme (PMSS):
1. Who can apply for PMSS?
– Children of Ex-Servicemen or Ex-Coast Guard personnel and their widows (up to officer rank) who are studying in higher technical and professional degree courses can apply for PMSS.
2. How do I apply for the scholarship?
– You need to fill out the application form online by visiting the KSB website at www.ksb.gov.in. There’s a flow chart available under the PMSS link on the website to help you understand the application process easily.
3. How long will I receive the scholarship?
– The scholarship is given for the entire duration of your course, except during internships.
4. If I fail in any subject/semester/academic year, can I still get the scholarship if I clear it later?
– No, you must clear all subjects, semesters, and academic years in your first attempt to be eligible for the scholarship.
5. Is it necessary to link my Aadhaar card with my bank account for the scholarship?
– Yes, it’s mandatory to link your Aadhaar card with your bank account for receiving the scholarship.
6. What should I do if my university issues mark sheets only at the end of the entire course duration?
– You can download Annexure-4 from the KSB website and upload it along with computer-generated mark sheets signed by the Controller of Examination/Registrar (Examination) when applying for the 2nd and subsequent installments of the scholarship.
7. Can I submit computer-generated mark sheets?
– No, you need to scan and upload original mark sheets issued by the university for both semesters/academic years.
8. Can I get the scholarship if I’m a child of paramilitary personnel or central armed forces police?
– No, this scholarship is only for the children and widows of Ex-Servicemen who served in the Army, Navy, Air Force, and Coast Guard.
9. Can a selected student change their course and college?
– Yes, students can change their course in the first year only if the new course is included in the Approved List of Courses for PMSS. For changing the course in the 2nd or subsequent year, refer to the Important Instructions for PMSS on the KSB website.
10. Can a student who has already received PMSS apply again?
– No, PMSS is only allowed for one course.