| Scholarship Name | Sikkim Post Matric Scholarship |
| Scholarship Provider Name | State Government |
| State | Sikkim |
| Education / Course | 11,12,Diploma/Polytechnic & UG-PG ALL |
| Caste / Category | OBC, SC, ST, EWS, Minority |
| Scholarship Amount | Rs. 8,000 – Rs. 15,000 per year |
| Last Date to Apply | 30-09-2026 |
| Scholarship Status | Open |
The Sikkim Post Matric Scholarship offers Rs. 8,000–Rs. 15,000 per year to SC and ST students from Class 11 to postgraduate level. It covers tuition, maintenance, study tours and thesis charges. Registration opens 30th September 2026. Apply through the Social Justice & Empowerment Department, Sikkim.
About Sikkim Post Matric Scholarship
Sikkim PMS Scholarship support SC, ST, OBC and Minority students at post-matric levels, reducing financial burden and encouraging families to keep children in school through completion. The scheme is administered by the Social Welfare Department, Government of Sikkim, via the (NSP) National Scholarship Portal.
Registration Open and Last Date: 30 September 2026
Eligibility Criteria & Selection Process
- Sikkim Subject Certificate or Certificate of Identification required
- Open to Bhutia, Lepcha, Limboo-Tamang (ST) and recognised SC communities
- Covers Class 11, 12, diploma, graduation and postgraduate courses
- Family income must be below Rs. 2.5 lakh per year
- Minimum 40% marks required in previous examination
- Cannot be combined with another equal or higher-value scholarship
Required Documents Checklist
- Identity proof of the applicant (linked with active mobile number).
- Recent Passport Size Photograph (JPEG/PNG format).
- Educational Mark Sheets (Previous Year / Qualifying Examination Passed).
- Income Certificate issued by a competent authority (Tehsildar/SDO).
- Domicile / Residential Certificate of the respective state.
- Caste / Category Certificate (if applying under SC/ST/OBC/EWS quotas).
- Bank Account Passbook front page (showing Account No. and IFSC code).
- Active Admission Receipt or Institution Bonafide Certificate.
Amount & Benefits
In the Sikkim Post Matric Scholarship students will get Rs. 3000 to Rs. 135000 per year based on student category, course group and hosteller or day-scholar status.
Step-by-Step How to Apply
- Visit scholarships.gov.in and register using Aadhaar-linked mobile OTP or
- State Portal Alternative: Sikkim Student Service Portal for tracking and state-specific services.
- Fill in personal, income, and bank details in the application form
- Upload Aadhaar Card, Sikkim Subject Certificate, and Caste Certificate (ST/SC)
- Review, submit and save your reference number
- Track application status on the National Scholarship Portal
Track Application Status
Track your Sikkim Post-Matric Scholarship application status on the National Scholarship Portal (NSP) and check payment status via PFMS (Public Financial Management System) for Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) updates directly to your bank account.
Common Challenges & Solutions
- OTP not received – Check Aadhaar-linked mobile number or retry after some time
- Document upload error – Use clear scanned copies in PDF/JPG format under 200KB
- Application rejected – Verify caste certificate and income details match exactly
- Payment not received – Check bank account details and PFMS status for DBT updates
- Portal login issue – Reset password using registered mobile number on NSP
- Incomplete application – Fill all mandatory fields before final submission
- Wrong course selected – Contact institution or helpdesk before deadline to correct
- Status stuck on pending – Follow up with Social Welfare Department, Sikkim
Official Notification & Guidelines
Download Official Guidelines Document ↓
Important Links
| Important Details | Action Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online Submit your scholarship application form online |
Apply Online → |
| Official Website Visit portal for complete guidelines & notifications |
Official Website |
| Track Status / Login Check application progress or login to portal |
Track Status |
Contact Details & Help-desk
Address: Department of Information Technology, Government of Sikkim, Top Floor, Secretariat Annexe-I, Sonam Tshering Marg, Gangtok-737101
Web Master Email Id: dit-sik@nic.in
Help Desk: Email Id: dit-sik@nic.in
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. What is the last date for Sikkim Post Matric Scholarship 2026?
Last date to apply online is 31 October 2026. Hard copy submission deadline is 15 November 2026.
Q. What is Sikkim Post Matric Scholarship?
It is a financial aid scheme for SC, ST, OBC, and Minority students of Sikkim pursuing studies after Class 10. Both Central and State Government schemes are available.
Q. What is the scholarship amount?
Merit category (80%+ marks) gets Rs. 1,600–Rs. 2,000/month plus up to Rs. 10,000/year subject reimbursement. General category amount depends on family income.
Q. How to apply online?
Visit scholarships.gov.in → Complete OTR via Aadhaar → Fill application → Submit. State scholarships also available at scholarships.sikkim.gov.in.
Q. What is Sikkim Quota Scholarship?
Category-wise income limits: ST/SC – Rs. 2.5 lakh/year, OBC/General – Rs. 1 lakh/year. Must have Sikkim domicile/identity.
Q. What is Social Welfare Scholarship Sikkim?
Scholarships given by Sikkim's Social Welfare Department for SC, ST, OBC & Minority students at pre and post matric level. Apply at socialwelfarescholarships.sikkim.gov.in.
Q. What is NSP Scholarship Sikkim?
NSP hosts all Central + State scholarships for Sikkim students. Portal open from 1 June 2026. No application fee. Apply at scholarships.gov.in.
Other Information
Sikkim Post Matric Scholarship 2026 offers financial aid up to for SC, ST, OBC, and General category students holding Sikkim domicile. Merit students scoring 80%+ also get Rs. 10,000/year subject reimbursement. Apply free at scholarships.gov.in via Aadhaar OTR before 31 September 2026. Both state and central schemes are covered.
Conclusion
Sikkim Post Matric Scholarship 2026 is a great opportunity for eligible students to fund their higher education. Apply free at scholarships.gov.in before 31 October 2026. Complete Aadhaar OTR early, submit documents on time and secure up to Rs.2,000/month or more without missing the deadline.
