"Centrally Sponsored Scheme of Pre-matric Scholarship to Other Backward Classes for Studies in India" is a Scholarship Scheme by the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment. The objective is to award scholarships to school-going children of poorer OBC parents.
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₹500/month for hostellers (Class 3-10), ₹100/month for day scholars (Class 1-10), plus ₹500 annual ad-hoc grant for all students
Administered by Ministry Of Social Justice and Empowerment
Eligible categories: OBC
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Scheme details may change over time. Please verify eligibility and benefits on official government websites. For help applying, visit your nearest Common Service Centre (CSC) or contact your elected representative.