Top Government Schemes for Student Education in India: A Guide

National Means-cum-Merit Scholarship Scheme (NMMSS)   Eligibility: Students of class 9th from economically weaker sections. Benefits: INR 12,000 per annum. Website: NMMSS

National Scheme of Incentive to Girls for Secondary Education (NSIGSE) Eligibility: SC/ST girls who pass class 8th.  Benefits: INR 3,000 deposit in the name of the student, encashable upon reaching 18 years of age.  Website: NSIGSE

Post-Matric Scholarship for SC/ST/OBC Students  Eligibility: Students belonging to SC/ST/OBC communities studying in post-matriculation courses. Benefits: Varies by course; includes maintenance allowance, reimbursement of non-refundable fees. Website: Post-Matric Scholarship

Pragati Scholarship for Girl Students  Eligibility: Girl students admitted to the first year of a technical diploma/degree course.  Benefits: INR 50,000 per annum.  Website: Pragati Scholarship

Saksham Scholarship Scheme  Eligibility: Differently-abled students admitted to the first year of a technical diploma/degree course.  Benefits: INR 50,000 per annum. Website: Saksham Scholarship