In shortPMSSS gives J&K and Ladakh students admitted to degree courses outside their home union territory up to Rs 30,000 tuition reimbursement and Rs 1 lakh annual maintenance allowance. Apply through the AICTE PMSSS counselling portal.
Key facts
- Offered by
- Ministry Of Home Affairs
- Amount
- Up to Rs 30,000 per annum for tuition fee reimbursement plus Rs 1 lakh per annum as maintenance allowance, subject to the notified course-wise ceiling.
- Income limit
- As notified for the scheme
- Last date
- Check AICTE PMSSS portal for annual counselling dates
Students domiciled in Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh get a scholarship to pursue undergraduate professional and general degree courses in institutions outside their home union territory, aimed at widening access to quality higher education and national integration.
Admission is through a separate counselling process (AICTE conducts admissions for professional courses) followed by scholarship disbursement covering tuition and maintenance costs.
Who is eligible
- Students who are permanent residents of Jammu & Kashmir or Ladakh
- Passed Class XII and secured admission through the PMSSS counselling process to an institution outside J&K/Ladakh
- Family income as notified for the scheme
Documents you need
Domicile/permanent resident certificate, Class XII marksheet, admission letter through PMSSS counselling, Aadhaar card, bank account details.
Frequently asked questions
Who is eligible for PMSSS?
Permanent residents of Jammu & Kashmir or Ladakh who have passed Class XII and secured admission through PMSSS counselling.
What does PMSSS cover?
Tuition fee reimbursement up to Rs 30,000 and a maintenance allowance of up to Rs 1 lakh per annum.
How do I get admission under PMSSS?
Through the dedicated AICTE-conducted counselling process at aicte-pmsss.gov.in.
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.