The Post-Matric Scholarship for Students with Disabilities is a government initiative by the Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (DEPwD). The scheme supports students with disabilities who are pursuing post-matric education in India from UGC/AICTE-recognized institutions.
It covers studies from Class 11 and 12 to Diploma, Graduation, and Post-Graduation, helping eligible students continue their education with financial assistance and dignity.
Who Can Apply
This scholarship is meant for students with disabilities defined under the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016, including:
- Visual impairment
- Hearing impairment
- Speech disability
- Locomotor disability
- Intellectual disability
- Mental illness and other specified disabilities
The scheme aims to remove financial, physical, and psychological barriers so that students can develop skills, complete higher education, and build a secure livelihood.
Scholarship Benefits
Monthly Maintenance Allowance
- Group 1 (Professional Degrees like Medicine, Engineering, Management, etc.)
- Hosteller: ₹1600 per month
- Day Scholar: ₹750 per month
- Group 2 (Professional Diploma/Degree Courses like Pharmacy, Law, Hotel Management, etc.)
- Hosteller: ₹1100 per month
- Day Scholar: ₹700 per month
- Group 3 (General Graduation Courses like BA, BSc, BCom)
- Hosteller: ₹950 per month
- Day Scholar: ₹650 per month
- Group 4 (Post-Matric Non-Degree Courses such as Class 11–12, ITI, Polytechnics)
- Hosteller: ₹900 per month
- Day Scholar: ₹550 per month
Disability Allowance (Annual)
- Visually Impaired: ₹4000
- Hearing Impaired: ₹2000
- Orthopaedically Handicapped (OH): ₹2000
- Intellectual Disability: ₹4000
- Other Disabilities: ₹2000
Book Allowance
- ₹1500 per year
Eligibility Criteria
To apply for this scholarship, the applicant must:
- Be a student pursuing post-matric education
- Have 40% or more disability
- Be studying in India in a recognized institution
- Have family income not exceeding ₹2.5 lakh per year
- Not be availing any other government scholarship
- Not be the third beneficiary sibling in the family
Exclusions & Important Rules
- Maximum two students per family can receive the scholarship (twins allowed)
- Holding any other scholarship or stipend is not permitted
- False information may lead to recovery of funds with interest and blacklisting
- Scholarship is not provided for repeated academic years
How to Apply (Online Process)
Step 1:
Visit scholarships.gov.in and click on New Registration.
Read the guidelines, accept the terms, and continue.
Step 2:
Fill the registration form and submit it.
You will receive an Application ID and password via SMS.
Step 3:
Log in using the Application ID and reset your password after OTP verification.
Step 4:
Fill the application form, upload documents, and either Save as Draft or Final Submit.
Documents Required
- Recent photograph
- Proof of age
- Disability certificate (as per RPwD Act, 2016)
- Income certificate
- Tuition fee receipt
- Previous academic certificate
- Bank account details (student or parent/guardian)
Key Points to Remember
- Application is online only
- No application fee is required
- Scholarship is usually paid in installments through DBT
- Students must maintain regular attendance and discipline
Conclusion
The Post-Matric Scholarship for Students with Disabilities is a crucial step toward inclusive education in India. It ensures that financial challenges do not stop deserving students from achieving higher education and a dignified future.
👉 Eligible students should apply on time and carefully follow all instructions to avoid rejection.