All About Single Girl Child Merit Scholarship Scheme

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26 September 2025

The initiative aims to support meritorious single girl students who passed the Class 10 CBSE exam and are pursuing further education in Classes 11 and 12

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In a significant reform aligned with the NEP 2020, CBSE will, for the first time, conduct two Class 10 board examinations each year

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The last date to submit applications is October 23, 2025

Detailed guidelines, eligibility criteria, and application links are available on the CBSE website

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The scholarship is designed to encourage girl education by recognising the efforts of parents and supporting meritorious single girl students

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Students can improve performance in up to three subjects (Science, Mathematics, Social Science, or languages) during the second examination

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It is awarded to those who score 70% or above in Class 10 CBSE examinations and continue their studies in Classes 11 and 12

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Special provisions will be made for sports students, winter-bound schools, and CWSN (Children With Special Needs) candidates

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Scholarship Benefits

Rs 1,000 per month for up to two years

Renewal is subject to securing 70% or more marks in Class 11 and promotion to Class 12

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Applications must be submitted online and verified by the school where the student is currently enrolled

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