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Prime Minister’s Scholarship Scheme for Central Armed Police Forces and Assam Rifles

Ministry Of Home Affairs

Published 18 September 2026

In short

This scheme gives an annual scholarship to wards and widows of CAPF and Assam Rifles personnel pursuing professional or technical higher education. Apply online through the National Scholarship Portal during the notified academic-year window.

Key facts

Nodal ministry
Ministry Of Home Affairs
Level
Central
Launched
2006
Last date
Check National Scholarship Portal for annual dates
Helpline
NA

What you get

Wards and widows of CAPF and Assam Rifles personnel get an annual scholarship to pursue professional/technical higher education courses, to ease the financial burden of education.

Who is eligible

Dependent children/widows of serving or deceased/retired personnel of CAPF (CRPF, BSF, CISF, ITBP, SSB) and Assam Rifles, pursuing recognised professional/technical courses, are eligible.

Documents you need

Service certificate of the parent/spouse, admission proof, Aadhaar card, and bank account details.

How to apply

Apply online through the National Scholarship Portal (scholarships.gov.in) during the notified application window each academic year.

Frequently asked questions

Who is eligible for this scholarship?

Dependent children or widows of serving, retired or deceased CAPF and Assam Rifles personnel pursuing recognised professional/technical courses.

How do I apply?

Apply online through the National Scholarship Portal (scholarships.gov.in) during the annual application window.

What forces are covered under CAPF?

CRPF, BSF, CISF, ITBP and SSB, along with Assam Rifles.

Before you apply: confirm every date, fee and eligibility rule on the official website linked on this page. Public and Policy is an independent portal, not a government body, and details change without notice.