Prime Minister Scholarship Scheme (PMSS) 2026
Kendriya Sainik Board, Ministry of Defence
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Prime Minister Scholarship Scheme (PMSS) 2026
Kendriya Sainik Board, Ministry of Defence
Quick facts
About the role
The Prime Minister Scholarship Scheme (PMSS) 2026 is accepting online applications from dependent wards and widows of Ex-Servicemen, retired Indian Coast Guard personnel, and Railway Protection Force members. Administered by the Kendriya Sainik Board under the Ministry of Defence, this scheme finances higher technical and professional education across approved colleges in India. A total of 5,500 fresh and renewal slots are sanctioned annually. Eligible students admitted to first-year courses such as engineering, medicine, pharmacy, management, or computer applications can receive regular financial support credited straight to Aadhaar-seeded accounts. Selection follows established priority categories based on service record and sacrifice, granting top preference to families of personnel disabled or killed in action. Candidates who scored at least 60 percent marks in their qualifying board or degree examination and secured regular admission in government-approved institutions should apply before the November cutoff.
Highlights
- Financial support of ₹36,000 annually for girls and ₹30,000 annually for boys
- Total quota of 5,500 students per academic cycle
- Covers recognized professional technical degrees including BTech, MBBS, and MBA
- Direct benefit transfer to Aadhaar-seeded student bank accounts
- Zero application fee across all reservation and social groups
Selection process
- 1Scrutiny of online application and uploaded documents by Zila Sainik Board / Rajya Sainik Board
- 2Inter-se merit calculation based on Minimum Qualifying Examination percentage
- 3Final sanction list based on Ministry of Defence priority categories from Category 1 to Category 6
How to apply
- 1Visit the official portal ksb.gov.in and select the PMSS registration section.
- 2Create a student profile using the Ex-Serviceman discharge book number, Aadhaar number, and active mobile contact.
- 3Fill in educational scores, college enrollment facts, bank branch details, and category details accurately.
- 4Scan and upload the bonafide certificate, marksheet, PPO or discharge book, and identity proofs within size limits.
- 5Verify all entered data, submit the digital form, and download a printed copy for record keeping.
Important dates
- Online Application Opens01 Sep 2026
- Last Date to Submit Online Application30 Nov 2026
- Verification by ZSB/RSB31 Dec 2026
- Publication of Merit List28 Feb 2027
Official source & verification
Application status tracker
- Last date to apply30 Nov 2026
Frequently asked questions
Can students in second or third year apply for fresh PMSS grants?
Fresh grants are restricted to students admitted in the first year of regular professional courses. Second-year students qualify only if they secured admission through regular lateral entry routes into approved engineering or technical programs.
Which courses are not covered under the PM Scholarship?
General non-professional degree courses such as BA, BCom, BSc (General), and all distance learning or diploma programs do not qualify. The course must be a recognized regular professional degree approved by statutory authorities like AICTE or NMC.
What minimum score is needed to qualify for the scheme?
Applicants must have secured at least 60 percent marks in their Class 12 or graduation, depending on the minimum entry qualification needed for the enrolled course. For widows of defence personnel killed in service, specific relaxations apply.
Is an application fee charged during form submission on KSB?
No fee is charged. The registration, document upload, and application submission process on ksb.gov.in is free for all candidates, regardless of category or branch of service.
What is required to renew the scholarship for subsequent academic years?
Renewal requires passing the previous year or both semesters in a single attempt with at least 50 percent marks. Students must upload their official marksheets and a current bonafide certificate from the college head on the portal.