Prime Minister’s Scholarship Scheme for the Wards of Central Armed Police Forces & Assam Rifles
✓ Information verified — June 2026The scheme was introduced by the Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India from the academic year 2006-07 to encourage higher technical & professional education for the dependent wards & widows of Central Armed Police Forces & Assam Rifles (CAPFs & AR) Personnel.
What You Get
- Financial assistance for pursuing higher technical and professional education
- Support for dependent children of CAPF and Assam Rifles personnel
- Assistance available to widows of deceased personnel
- Encouragement for pursuing quality education at recognized institutions
Who Can Apply
- Age: 14–50 years
- Must be a dependent ward (child) of serving or retired CAPF or Assam Rifles personnel
- Widow of deceased CAPF or Assam Rifles personnel is also eligible
- Applicant should be pursuing or seeking admission in recognized technical or professional courses
- Academic merit and family circumstances may be considered
Documents Needed
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- 1. Aadhaar Card
- 2. Birth Certificate
- 3. CAPF/Assam Rifles Service Document
- 4. Income Certificate
- 5. Bank Passbook
- 6. College Admission Letter
- 7. Previous Academic Records
How to Apply
- 1Check your eligibility criteria above
- 2Gather all required documents listed below
- 3Visit the official portal (linked below)
- 4Fill the application form online / offline
- 5Submit the form and note your application reference number
- 6Track status on the official portal or visit nearest CSC
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Quick Facts
- Scheme Level
- Central Government
- Ministry
- Ministry Of Home Affairs
- Category
- Education
- Target Gender
- All genders
- Age Group
- 14–50 years
- Application
- Check portal
- Last Updated
- 14 Jun 2026
Official Source
Last Verified
14 June 2026
Official Portal
www.myscheme.gov.in/schemes/pmsswcapfar…Nodal Ministry
Ministry Of Home Affairs
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