Merit Cum Poverty Scholarship
Merit Cum Poverty Scholarship
The Merit Cum Poverty Scholarship is designed to help meritorious students from economically weaker sections continue their studies from Class IX to XII in recognized Government, Government-aided, Local Body, or Corporate schools. This scholarship aims to ease the financial burden on students and motivate them to perform well academically.
Documents Required
  • Applicants ID Proof
  • Student’s Photo
  • Verification Form from the institution
  • Income Certificate from a Competent Authority in the State/UT Government (for parent/guardian)
  • Community Certificate (Self-certified or certified by parent/guardian if applicable)
  • Self-attested Mark Sheet from the last qualifying exam
  • Fee Receipt for the current academic year
  • Bank Account Details (Account Number, IFSC Code) of the student or parent/guardian
  • Residential/Domicile Certificate
  • Bonafide Student Certificate (if studying in a different state/UT than domicile)
  • Eligibility Criteria
    Applicants must meet the following criteria:
  • This scholarship is applicable to the state of Kerala.
  • This scholarship is applicable to all genders.
  • This scholarship is applicable to all categories.
  • Minimum of 55% marks or equivalent grade in Class VII to appear for the selection test. (Relaxable by 5% for SC/ST candidates).
  • The student must be studying as a regular student in Government, Government-aided, or local body schools.
  • Must pass a Scholastic Aptitude Test which includes 90 multiple-choice questions covering subjects like Science, Social Studies, and Mathematics from Class VII and VIII.
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    List of Benefits
  • Rs. 12,000 per annum (Rs. 1,000 per month) for students studying from Class IX to XII.
  • Continuity of Scholarship: To continue receiving the scholarship, students must maintain 60% marks in Class X and clear promotions from Class IX to X and Class XI to XII in the first attempt.
  • Relaxation of 5% for SC/ST students.
  • How To Apply
    Follow the below steps to apply for the program:
    1. Visit Our Official Website.
    2. Read carefully all the information about the program details.
    3. Click on the "Register" to complete the registration with required details.
    4. After successful registration, Use the received credentials to log into your account.
    5. Once logged in, Click on the "Apply" button.
    6. You will be directed to the application form. Fill in all the required details accurately.
    7. Prepare the necessary documents as specified in the application requirements.
    8. Upload these documents in the designated sections of the application form.
    9. Before submitting, review all the information you have provided.
    10. After that, Click on the "Submit” button to submit your application.
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    12,000

    Merit Cum Poverty Scholarship
    SCHOLARSHIP PROVIDER
    Government Of Kerala
    APPLICATION DEADLINE
    31 December
    EDUCATION LEVEL
    Class 7 to 9
    Class 10
    Class 11
    Class 12
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    The Merit Cum Poverty Scholarship is designed to help meritorious students from economically weaker sections continue their studies from Class IX to XII in recognized Government, Government-aided, Local Body, or Corporate schools. This scholarship aims to ease the financial burden on students and motivate them to perform well academically.