The PM Scholarship for Railway Protection Force (PMSS) is a major educational support program for the dependent wards and widows of Railway Protection Force (RPF) and Railway Protection Special Force (RPSF) personnel.
Launched in 2005 and implemented from 2008-09, this scholarship aims to help students pursue professional and technical courses such as B.Tech, MBBS, BBA, BCA, MBA, MCA, B.Ed, and more. This blog explains the eligibility, benefits, quota distribution, required documents, and the full application process in a simple student-friendly way.
Key Details – PM Scholarship for Railway Protection Force
Scheme Name: Prime Minister’s Scholarship Scheme (PMSS) for RPF
Launched By: Government of India
Beneficiaries: Wards and widows of Railway Protection Force (RPF) & RPSF personnel
Courses Covered: Professional and technical degree courses
Scholarship Amount: Fixed annual financial assistance as per PMSS guidelines
Selection Criteria: Merit-based
Application Mode: Online
Application Portal: National Scholarship Portal (NSP)
Payment Mode: Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT)
Objective: Support the higher education of RPF families and reduce financial burden
Scholarship For Railway Force Ward
- Every year, 150 scholarships are available for RPF/RPSF families.
- Total seats: 150
- Seats for girls: 75
- Seats for boys: 75
- Unused seats for one gender cannot be transferred to the other.
- Zonal Railway Scholarship Quota (Highlights)
- Eastern Railway – 16
- Northern Railway + Academy – 16
- Western Railway – 10
- South Eastern Railway – 10
- RPSF – 22
- Central + KRCL – 10
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Benefits of PMSS for RPF/RPSF Students
The scholarship offers financial assistance and recognition.
1. Monthly Scholarship Amount
- Rs. 2500 per month for male students
- Rs. 3000 per month for female students
2. Duration
Scholarships are provided for 2 to 5 years, depending on the course.
3. Special Recognition
Every selected student receives a letter from the Hon’ble Prime Minister, which is a great motivation.
4. Direct Bank Transfer
Scholarship amount is sent directly to the student’s bank account via PFMS-DBT.
Eligibility Criteria for PMSS (RPF/RPSF)
To apply for the scholarship, students must meet the following conditions:
1. Who Can Apply?
Dependent wards or widows of Ex/Serving RPF/RPSF personnel (below Gazetted rank).
2. Education Requirement
Students must have taken regular admission (no distance learning allowed).
Minimum 60% marks in MEQ (12th/Diploma/Graduation as applicable).
3. Family Limit
Only two children per family can receive this scholarship.
4. Eligible Courses
- BE/B.Tech
- MBBS/BDS
- BBA/BCA/B.Sc (Ag)
- MBA/MCA
- B.Ed
- LLB (Integrated 5-year courses)
(Note: Master’s courses are not allowed except MBA & MCA.)
5. Not Eligible
- Students studying abroad
- Students in distance learning programs
Order of Preference (If Applications Exceed Limit)
If more than 150 eligible students apply, preference is given in this order:
- Category I: Wards/widows of RPF/RPSF personnel who died in the line of duty (terrorist/criminal encounter, election duty etc.)
- Category II: Wards/widows of personnel who died while in service.
- Category III: Wards of retired RPF/RPSF personnel.
- Category IV: Wards of serving RPF/RPSF personnel.
How to Apply for PMSS Online (Step-by-Step Guide)
All applications are accepted through the National Scholarship Portal (NSP).
- Visit NSP and choose Central Schemes → Ministry of Railways
- Click Apply
- If you’re a new user, register with basic details
- Submit your Student Registration ID
- Login and open the Application Form
- Upload all required documents
- Click Final Submit
- You will receive a system-generated registration number for future tracking.
After Submission
- Zonal Railways verify your application.
- Verified students receive scholarship payments through PFMS.
Documents Required
For Fresh Applicants
- Service Certificate (for serving personnel)
- PPO/Discharge Book (for retired/deceased personnel)
- MEQ Marksheets (12th/Diploma/Graduation)
- Aadhaar Card
- Bank Account Details
For Renewal Applicants
- Latest service certificate (Category IV)
- Previous class marksheet/grade card
Important Point Before Applying (PM Scholarship – RPF)
- Check eligibility carefully (category, course type, and institution approval).
- Ensure the course is professional/technical and recognized by AICTE/UGC.
- Apply only through the National Scholarship Portal (NSP).
- Keep all documents ready (ID, marksheets, service certificate, bank details).
- Aadhaar-linked bank account is mandatory for DBT payment.
- Selection is strictly merit-based; meeting eligibility does not guarantee selection.
- Apply within the deadline—late applications are not accepted.
- Verify the application at the institute level on time.
FAQs
1. What is the aim of the PMSS scheme? The scheme supports higher education for dependent wards and widows of RPF/RPSF personnel.
2. When was the PMSS launched? It was announced in 2005 and implemented for RPF/RPSF from 2008–09.
3. Who is eligible? Wards/widows of serving, retired, or deceased RPF/RPSF personnel with 60% marks and regular admission.
4. What are the benefits? Financial support of Rs. 2500 (boys) and Rs. 3000 (girls) per month, plus a letter from the Prime Minister.
5. How can students apply? Applications are submitted online through the National Scholarship Portal (NSP).
Conclusion
PMSS offers financial support to RPF/RPSF students for higher studies, helping them pursue professional courses with ease. Eligible students should apply through the National Scholarship Portal to benefit from this valuable scheme.
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