Post Matric Scholarship for Students with Disabilities

A scholarship scheme by the Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (DoEPwD) for students with disabilities pursuing post-matric qualifications in India, including Class 11, Class 12, Polytechnic, Post-Matriculation Diploma/Certificates, Graduation, and Post-Graduation.

• Student must have 40% or more disability (as per Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016).

• Studying in a recognized institution (UGC/AICTE recognized).

• Annual parental income ≤ ₹2.5 Lakh.

• Not more than 2 students per family can avail (exception: twins).

• Applicant must not be availing any other scholarship.

Maintenance Allowance:

• Group 1: ₹1600 (Hostellers), ₹750 (Day Scholars)

• Group 2: ₹1100 (Hostellers), ₹700 (Day Scholars)

• Group 3: ₹950 (Hostellers), ₹650 (Day Scholars)

• Group 4: ₹900 (Hostellers), ₹550 (Day Scholars)

Disability Allowance:

• Visually Impaired – ₹4000/year

• Hearing Impaired – ₹2000/year

• Physically Disabled (OH) – ₹2000/year

• Intellectual Disabilities – ₹4000/year

• Others – ₹2000/year

• Book Allowance: ₹1500 per annum

• Visit scholarships.gov.in

• Register as a new user with valid details.

• Login with Application ID & Password, reset password if required.

• Fill application form & upload documents.

• Save draft or final submit the application.