The Prime Minister’s Special Scholarship Scheme (PMSSS) supports students from Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh who wish to pursue higher education in India. The scheme provides financial assistance to help cover tuition, hostel, and other academic expenses, enabling students to access quality education across Indian institutions. It is designed to encourage academic mobility and reduce financial barriers for residents of these Union Territories.

Students who are permanent residents of Jammu & Kashmir or Ladakh are eligible to apply. They must have secured admission in a recognized university or college in India. Applicants need a valid bank account in their name and must meet the income criteria specified by the scheme. The scheme is open to students at all levels of higher education, including undergraduate, postgraduate, and professional courses.

Apply online through the National Scholarship Portal (NSP) at the official page listed. Register or log in, select PMSSS from the list of scholarships, and fill in the required details. Upload necessary documents such as proof of residence, admission letter, income certificate, and bank passbook. Submit the application before the deadline mentioned on the portal.