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Central Board of Secondary Education

Shishya has not checked a 2026-27 date for this scheme yet — the usual window is Aug–Sep after class-10 results. Confirm the date on the official portal before applying.

Small but symbolic merit award for only-daughters who clear CBSE class-10 well. Auto-renewed if class-11 results stay above 50%.

Amount

₹500/month for 2 years (class 11 + 12).

Level

Class 11–12

State

National (all India)

Usual window

Usually Aug–Sep after class-10 results

Gender

Girls / Women only

Minimum marks

60%

Eligibility

Only-girl-child in family. CBSE class-10 with ≥60% in 5 subjects. Studying class-11/12 in a CBSE-affiliated school with tuition ≤₹1,500/month.

Questions

Who is eligible for CBSE Merit Scholarship for Single Girl Child?

Only-girl-child in family. CBSE class-10 with ≥60% in 5 subjects. Studying class-11/12 in a CBSE-affiliated school with tuition ≤₹1,500/month. For girls/women only. Minimum 60% marks required.

How much does CBSE Merit Scholarship for Single Girl Child pay?

₹500/month for 2 years (class 11 + 12).

How do I apply for CBSE Merit Scholarship for Single Girl Child?

Apply on the awarding body's official portal: https://www.cbse.gov.in/cbsenew/scholarship.html — Shishya does not collect applications. Shishya has not checked a 2026-27 date for this scheme yet — the usual window is Aug–Sep after class-10 results. Confirm the date on the official portal before applying.

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