CURRENT AFFAIRS
CURRENT AFFAIRS
Description
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has officially announced the opening of applications for the Central Sector Scheme of Scholarship for College and University Students (CSSS) for the academic year 2025–26. Interested and eligible candidates can submit their applications online through the National Scholarship Portal scholarships.gov.in.
This scholarship programme aims to support bright students from economically disadvantaged backgrounds in pursuing higher education, thereby reducing dropout rates at the undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
About CSSS Scheme
Launched under the umbrella of the “Pradhan Mantri Uchchatar Shiksha Protsahan (PM-USP)”, this flagship scheme is implemented by the Department of Higher Education, Ministry of Education, Government of India. The scheme is designed to promote academic excellence and ensure that no meritorious student discontinues studies due to financial constraints.
Main Objective
The primary goal of the CSSS is to provide financial support to high-performing students from low-income families, enabling them to cover a part of their educational expenses while pursuing undergraduate and postgraduate degrees in recognised institutions across India.
Allocation And Distribution Of Scholarships
A total of 82,000 new scholarships are awarded each year:
41,000 for male students
41,000 for female students
The scholarships are awarded to students based on their performance in the Class 12 (Higher Secondary) board exams.
The total quota is distributed among State and Central Boards, including CBSE and ICSE, in proportion to the student population aged 18–25 years.
Within each state or board, scholarships are further distributed among three academic streams in the ratio:
Science – 3 parts
Commerce – 2 parts
Humanities – 1 part
In case of an insufficient number of applications in any category, slots may be reallocated across streams or gender.
Scholarship Amount And Benefits
The financial assistance offered under the CSSS scheme is structured as follows:
Undergraduate Courses: Rupees 12,000 per annum for the first three years of a regular degree programme.
Postgraduate Courses: Rupees 20,000 per annum.
Integrated Five-Year Courses: Rupees 12,000 per annum for the first three years and Rupees 20,000 per annum for the fourth and fifth years.
Professional Courses (e.g., B.Tech, B.E.): Rupees 12,000 annually for the first three years and Rupees 20,000 in the fourth year (no fifth-year benefit unless it is an integrated course).
Mode Of Disbursement
All scholarship funds are credited directly to the student’s bank account through the Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) system.
It is mandatory for students to have a savings account in their own name at a nationalised bank.
Eligibility Criteria
To be considered for the CSSS 2025–26, students must meet the following requirements:
Academic Qualification:
Must be pursuing a regular degree course (not correspondence/distance/diploma).
Enrolled in colleges or institutions recognised by AICTE, UGC, or other appropriate regulatory bodies.
Board Examination Result:
Selection is merit-based and determined by Class 12 board results.
Family Income:
The annual gross income of the applicant’s family must not exceed Rupees 4.5 lakh.
Attendance and Academic Progress (for renewal):
At least 50% marks in the annual university/college examination.
A minimum of 75% attendance is mandatory.
Bank Account Requirement:
Students must have an individual savings account and ensure that it is active for DBT transactions.
Verification Process
Every application must be verified by the student’s institution.
Students may be asked to present original documents (such as mark sheets, ID proofs, income certificates, etc.) for verification.
Applications not verified by the college or university will be treated as invalid.
Who Is Not Eligible?
The following students are excluded from the scheme:
Those enrolled in distance learning, correspondence courses, or diploma programmes.
Students already receiving any other scholarship, financial aid, or fee waiver from state or central government schemes.
Application Process
Students interested in availing of this scholarship must:
Register and fill in their details at scholarships.gov.in.
Upload required documents, including:
Income certificate
Marksheet of Class 12
Caste certificate (if applicable)
Bank account details
Aadhaar card
Submit the application and ensure institutional verification before the deadline.
Conclusion
The CSSS 2025–26 is a golden opportunity for academically bright but economically disadvantaged students to continue their education without financial burden. With a transparent DBT mechanism, clear eligibility norms, and a large number of scholarships, the scheme reinforces the government’s commitment to inclusive higher education and merit-based support.
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