Indira Gandhi Scholarship for Single Girl Child For PG Programs
- Amount
- ₹36,000
- Deadline
- 31 Oct 2025
- Who can apply
- Must be a single girl child (only child, twin daughter, or fraternal daughter; not eligible if there is one son and one daughter). Must be admitted to the first year of a regular, full-time Master’s Degree course in any recognized university or PG college.
About the Program
This scholarship aims to support higher education for single girl children and promote the norm of a small family. It is targeted at girls who are the only child or one of the twin/fraternal daughters in a family.
Eligibility
Girls who are:
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the only child (or one of twin/fraternal daughters),
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enrolled in the first year of a regular full-time PG course,
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studying in UGC-recognized institutions,
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below the age of 30 years, are eligible. Distance mode students and those with a brother are not eligible.
Benefits
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Rs. 36,200 per annum for two years (full duration of PG course).
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No reimbursement for hostel, tuition, or medical expenses.
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Can be availed with other scholarships.
How to Apply
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Apply online through the National Scholarship Portal (NSP) once the application process is initiated.
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The host institution must verify the application.
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No tuition fees should be charged from eligible girl students as per UGC expectations.
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Renewal is subject to promotion to the next year.
Ready to apply?
Applications close on 31 Oct 2025.