Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Meritorious Students Incentive Scheme 2026: ₹5,000 Cash Award for Class 12 Top Scorers
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Quick answer
The scheme gives a ₹5,000 cash award to the highest Class 12 scorer from a government school in Madhya Pradesh whose parents’ income is below ₹1,00,000. Eligible students can apply by contacting their school principal and having their profile entered on the Shiksha Portal. The award is transferred directly to the student’s bank account.
At a glance
| Main benefit | ₹5,000 Cash Award for Class 12 Top Scorer |
| Ministry / department | School Education Department |
| Level | State Government (Madhya Pradesh) |
| Income limit | ₹1 lakh |
| Application mode | Offline |
About the scheme
The Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Meritorious Students Incentive Scheme is a state‑level programme launched by the School Education Department of Madhya Pradesh to motivate students from lower economic backgrounds. It recognises the student who achieves the highest marks in the 12th class examination in a government school within their district and awards them a cash sum of ₹5,000. The award is disbursed directly to the student’s bank account after the teacher records the student’s details on the official Shiksha Portal.
Benefits
- ₹5,000 cash award to the highest Class 12 scorer in a government school within the district.
Who can apply (eligibility)
- Permanent resident of Madhya Pradesh
- Highest marks in Class 12 in the district
- Passed Class 12 from a government higher secondary school in Madhya Pradesh
- Parents’ annual income less than ₹1,00,000
Who cannot apply
- Students from private schools
- Students from government schools outside Madhya Pradesh
Documents required
- Passport-size Photo
- Aadhaar card
- Domicile certificate of Madhya Pradesh
- Ration card
- Class 12 marksheet
- Income certificate
- Samagra ID
- Bank Passbook
- Any other documents as required
How to apply
- 1Contact your school principal and inform them of your eligibility.
- 2Submit the required documents such as photo, Aadhaar, domicile, ration card, marksheet, income certificate, Samagra ID, bank passbook.
- 3The teacher will enter your profile on the Shiksha Portal (https://shikshaportal.mp.gov.in/).
- 4The ₹5,000 award will be transferred directly to your bank account.
Frequently asked questions
Who is eligible for this scheme?+
Students who are permanent residents of Madhya Pradesh, have achieved the highest marks in their district in the Class 12 examination, have passed from a government school, and whose parents’ annual income is less than ₹1,00,000 are eligible.
What is the amount awarded under this scheme?+
Eligible students receive a cash award of ₹5,000.
How is the cash award disbursed?+
The scholarship amount is directly sent to the student's bank account.
What are the income criteria for eligibility?+
The annual income of the student's parents must be less than ₹1,00,000.
Can students from private schools apply for this scheme?+
No, only students from government schools (Government Higher Secondary Schools) are eligible.
How can students apply for the scheme?+
Students should contact the Principal of their respective government schools/institutions to apply for the scheme.
Is there a specific portal for this scheme?+
Yes, students' profiles are entered on the education portal https://shikshaportal.mp.gov.in/ by their teachers based on the records/certificates provided.
Can students from any district in Madhya Pradesh apply?+
Yes, students from any district in Madhya Pradesh who meet the eligibility criteria can apply.
Can a student from a government school outside Madhya Pradesh apply?+
No, only students from government schools within Madhya Pradesh are eligible for the scheme.
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