Post Matric Merit Scholarship Mizoram 2026: Financial Support for Tuition and Maintenance
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Quick answer
The Post Matric Merit Scholarship by Mizoram Scholarship Board provides financial assistance for tuition fees, maintenance, and educational expenses to permanent residents of Mizoram who score at least 60% in their last Board or University exam. Eligible students must apply offline at the Mizoram Scholarship Board during the application period.
At a glance
| Main benefit | Tuition, maintenance, and educational expenses covered |
| Ministry / department | Higher and Technical Education Department |
| Level | State Government (Mizoram) |
| Application mode | Offline |
About the scheme
The Post Matric Merit Scholarship scheme is run by the Mizoram Scholarship Board under the Higher and Technical Education Department. It aims to support students who are permanent residents of Mizoram and have achieved good academic results by providing funds to cover tuition fees, boarding and lodging maintenance, and other educational costs like books and stationery. The scheme is fully funded by the Mizoram State Plan Fund and helps students pursue recognised post-matric courses in India.
Benefits
- Covers tuition fees for recognised post-matric courses
- Provides maintenance allowance for boarding and lodging expenses
- Supports other related educational costs such as books and stationery
Who can apply (eligibility)
- Applicant must be a bonafide permanent resident of Mizoram or child/ward of such resident
- Must be studying regular courses in a recognised post-matric institution in India
- Must have secured at least 60% marks or first division in the last Board or University examination
- Postgraduate medical students eligible only if not allowed to practice during the course
Who cannot apply
- Applicants guilty of misconduct or breach of discipline are not eligible
- Students repeating the same stage of post-matric education are excluded
- Those pursuing a second professional course of the same level are not eligible
- Students studying through correspondence courses cannot apply
- Applicants holding another scholarship or stipend of higher value must choose one and inform the authority
Documents required
- Aadhaar Card
- Bank account in applicant's name
- Previous year examination mark sheet
- Up-to-date Permanent Residential Certificate
- Caste certificate if applicable
- Any other documents as required
How to apply
- 1Obtain the application form from Mizoram Scholarship Board during office hours
- 2Fill in the application form completely and attach all required documents
- 3Submit the completed form and documents to the Mizoram Scholarship Board for verification
- 4Applications are accepted offline typically from July to September
Frequently asked questions
Who is eligible for the Post Matric Merit Scholarship?+
Permanent residents of Mizoram studying in recognised post-matric institutions with at least 60% marks in the last Board or University exam.
What benefits does the scholarship provide?+
It covers tuition fees, maintenance allowance for boarding and lodging, and expenses for books and stationery.
Can students pursuing postgraduate medical courses apply?+
Yes, if they are not allowed to practice during the course duration.
Are correspondence course students eligible?+
No, students studying through correspondence courses are not eligible.
What if a student accepts another scholarship of higher value?+
They must choose one scholarship and inform the Mizoram Scholarship Board; no payment will be made under this scheme after accepting another scholarship.
How can students apply for this scholarship?+
Applications are submitted offline by obtaining and submitting the form at the Mizoram Scholarship Board during the application period.
When is the application period?+
Typically from July to September each year.
Can a student hold two scholarships simultaneously?+
No, students cannot hold two scholarships at the same time and must inform the authority if awarded another.
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