TOPCLASS25
A scholarship scheme by DoEPwDs for Students with Disabilities (SwDs) pursuing studies beyond class 12th admitted in a full-time course in one of the 'notified institutions'. The students with the specified disabilities defined in Schedule of the "Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016" will be eligible under this scheme. This includes persons with visual, hearing, speech, loco-motor, mental retardation, and other disabilities.
Full tuition fee and non-refundable charges (ceiling of ₹ 2.00 LPA per student for private sector institutions)
Living expenses: ₹ 3000/- per month per student
Books and stationery: ₹ 5000/- per annum per student
Computer/laptop with accessories (UPS and printer) up to ₹ 30,000/- (one-time)
Reimbursement of expenses for Aids and Assistive Devices including software related to disability up to ₹ 30,000/- (one-time)
Special Allowance (Reader, Escort, Helper etc.): ₹ 2000/- per month
Apply online through the National Scholarship Portal (http://www.scholarships.gov.in/)
Step 1: Register with personal details and create an Application ID
Step 2: Login, reset password, and access the dashboard
Step 3: Fill application form, upload documents, and submit