The Prime Minister Scholarship Scheme offers a monthly stipend of ₹2,500 to children and widows of former Indian Armed Forces and Coast Guard personnel who are pursuing an undergraduate professional degree. The assistance is designed to cover tuition, textbooks and basic living expenses during the first year of study, helping beneficiaries focus on their coursework. If the student maintains the academic standards set by the scheme, the stipend may be continued for later years. Applications are submitted through the Government of India’s official portal, and all required documents must be uploaded before the 31 August 2026 deadline.

Applicants must be enrolled in an undergraduate professional program and be the child or widow of a former Indian Armed Forces or Coast Guard member. There is no explicit income ceiling mentioned, but candidates must meet the academic performance criteria defined by the scheme to retain the stipend in subsequent years.

Visit the official portal at https://ksb.gov.in and register on the National Scholarship Portal. Fill in the online application form, upload proof of relationship to the former service member, academic transcripts, and any other required documents. Review the entered information, submit the application, and ensure it is received before 31 August 2026.