CMST Scholarship 2026: ₹8,000 per annum for Students with Disabilities
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Quick answer
The CMST Scholarship 2026 offers up to ₹8,000 per year to students with disabilities in Manipur. Eligible students must be domiciled in Manipur and enrolled in a recognised institution. Apply offline through the District Social Welfare Officer.
At a glance
| Main benefit | Scholarship up to ₹8,000 per annum |
| Ministry / department | Family Welfare Department |
| Level | State Government (Manipur) |
| Application mode | Offline |
About the scheme
The Chief Ministergi Shotharabasingi Tengbang (CMST) Scholarship of Students with Disabilities is a state‑level scholarship scheme managed by the Social Welfare Department of Manipur. It provides financial assistance to students with disabilities who are domiciled in Manipur and are studying from Class 1st onwards in schools, colleges, universities or other recognised institutions. The scholarship amount is disbursed directly into the beneficiary’s bank account as a lump sum each year.
Benefits
- Scholarship up to ₹8,000 per annum
- Disbursed directly into bank account as a lump sum
- Applicable to students with disabilities in Manipur
Who can apply (eligibility)
- Applicant must be a Person with Disability (PwD)
- Applicant must be a student
- Applicant must be a domicile of the State of Manipur
- Applicant must be studying in Class 1st and above
- Applicant must be enrolled in a school/college/university/institution recognised by the Govt. of Manipur
- Applicant must not be availing scholarship under any other similar scheme from any source
Who cannot apply
- Applicant must not be availing scholarship under any other similar scheme from any source
How to apply
- 1Download the application form from the official Manipur portal (https://ukhrul.nic.in/scheme/chief-ministergi-shotharabasingi-tengbang-cmst/).
- 2Fill in the form and sign it.
- 3Submit the form to the Office of the District Social Welfare Officer concerned.
- 4Wait for the scholarship disbursement into your bank account.
Frequently asked questions
Who is eligible for the CMST Scholarship?+
Students with disabilities who are domiciled in Manipur, studying in Class 1st and above, enrolled in recognised institutions, and not receiving any other similar scholarship.
What is the maximum scholarship amount?+
₹8,000 per annum.
How is the scholarship disbursed?+
As a lump sum directly into the beneficiary’s bank account.
Can I apply online?+
No, the scheme accepts only offline applications.
Where can I find the application form?+
On the official Manipur portal at https://ukhrul.nic.in/scheme/chief-ministergi-shotharabasingi-tengbang-cmst/.
Is there an age limit?+
No, there is no age limit for this scheme.
Are there any reservation or earmarking provisions?+
No, there are no earmarking, reservation, or prioritisation provisions.
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