What is PM Scholarship for RPF/RPSF
Does your parent work in the Railway Protection Force (RPF) or RPSF? The Prime Minister has a special fund to pay for your professional education.
This is what nobody tells you. There are exactly 150 scholarships available every year. Competition is purely based on your class 12 marks.
Who Can Apply
You must be the child or widow of an ex-RPF/RPSF personnel.
You must have scored a minimum of 60% marks in your 12th standard or diploma.
Here is where people get confused. You cannot take this for general courses. You must enroll in professional degrees like Engineering, Medicine, or Law.
How Much Money You Get
Boys receive ₹2,500 every single month.
Girls receive a slightly higher amount of ₹3,000 every month.
Most people miss this. The money is paid annually. So, boys get ₹30,000 a year, and girls get ₹36,000 a year for the entire course duration.
Documents You Need
You need official railway service proofs.
- Service Certificate or PPO (Pension Payment Order)
- Class 12 or Diploma marksheet
- Aadhaar card
- Bank passbook
- Certificate from the Head of your College
How to Apply — Step by Step
The Railway Board uses the National Scholarship Portal.
- Open the National Scholarship Portal (NSP).
- Click on New Registration and get an ID.
- Search for PM Scholarship for RPF/RPSF.
- Fill out your academic and personal details.
- Upload the PPO and college annexures.
- Submit and track your status online.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
Do not enter wrong bank details. Your Aadhaar must be linked to your bank account for DBT to work.
Ensure your college is recognized by regulatory bodies like AICTE or UGC.
3 Questions Everyone Asks
Can children of serving RPF staff apply?
Usually, priority is given to ex-personnel, widows, and those disabled in service.
Can I apply in my second year?
No. You must apply in the first year of your professional degree.
What if I score 49% in college?
You must maintain at least 50% marks in college to renew it every year.
Final Words
Professional degrees cost a lot of money. This scholarship removes that burden completely. Get your railway documents ready and apply fast.