Haryana State Merit Scholarship to UG/PG Students

The State Merit Scholarship to UG/PG Students is a Haryana Government scheme administered by the Directorate of Higher Education, Haryana. It provides monthly financial assistance of ₹300 to ₹900 to eligible meritorious students pursuing undergraduate, postgraduate, B.Ed., M.Phil. and Ph.D. courses. The scheme offers separate Open Merit and Rural Area Merit seats. Eligible students can apply through the Har Chhatravratti Portal by 31 December 2026.

Introduction of Haryana State Merit Scholarship to UG/PG Students: A Brief Insight

Academic talent deserves an opportunity to grow, regardless of a student’s financial background. However, the cost of higher education can make it difficult for some deserving students in Haryana to continue their studies. The State Merit Scholarship to UG/PG Students provides financial assistance to meritorious students pursuing eligible courses.

The Haryana Government introduced this scheme as a merit-cum-poverty scholarship to support students pursuing general university education. The scholarship rates and number of seats were last revised in 2007-08. The Directorate of Higher Education, Haryana, administers the scheme.

The scholarship amount depends on the level of study. Undergraduate students receive ₹300 per month, postgraduate and B.Ed. students receive ₹450 per month, while M.Phil. and Ph.D. scholars receive ₹900 per month. The assistance is paid for all 12 months of the year, subject to the scheme’s conditions.

Students pursuing integrated courses such as MBA and BA-LLB receive the undergraduate rate for the first three years and the postgraduate rate for the remaining years. The scheme provides around 700 scholarships across different study levels, with separate seats for Open Merit and Rural Area Merit candidates.

Students whose parents or guardians are domiciled in Haryana and who study at eligible, recognised Government, aided or self-financing institutions in Haryana or Chandigarh can apply. Applicants generally need at least a Second Division in the qualifying examination. Students seeking Rural Area Merit seats must also meet the applicable 40% marks requirement and rural residence conditions.

According to the portal’s eligibility chart, the scheme does not specify an income limit. Postgraduate and Ph.D. scholarships are also awarded without considering parental income.

Eligible students can apply for the 2026-27 academic session through the Har Chhatravratti portal or mobile app using their Family ID. The stated last date for submission is 31 December 2026. Students must renew their scholarship each academic session and meet the prescribed academic conditions.

For assistance, applicants can contact the Directorate of Higher Education at 0172-2565530 or approach the head of their college.

Students who secure top positions in their streams at Government Colleges can explore the Haryana State Meritorious Incentives Scheme for separate merit-based incentives. Female students studying in Government Colleges can also check the State Merit Scholarship to Under Graduate Girls Students.

Students who need additional financial support for higher education can explore the PM Vidyalaxmi Scheme for education loans. Eligible final-year students and graduates can also learn about industry exposure opportunities under the PM Internship Scheme.

Students, researchers and other applicants looking for education assistance and welfare programmes can explore more initiatives on our Haryana Government Popular & Welfare Schemes List page.

Benefits Provided to Eligible Beneficiaries

The Haryana Government provides monthly financial assistance under the State Merit Scholarship to UG/PG Students. The scholarship amount varies according to the level of education and continues throughout the course, provided the student fulfils the renewal conditions.

Scholarship Amount and Available Seats

The scholarship rates and seat allocation follow the official scheme guidelines and may be reviewed annually.

Distribution of Undergraduate Scholarships

The 500 undergraduate scholarships are divided between boys and girls in urban and rural areas as follows.

Subject Groups for Postgraduate Scholarships

If no eligible student is available for a subject, the vacant scholarship seat is transferred to another subject within the same group and then to another group, as prescribed under the scheme.

Scholarship for Integrated Courses

Students enrolled in five-year or similar integrated courses after Class 12, including MBA, MCA, BA-LLB, BCom-LLB, BBA-LLB and MFA, receive the undergraduate rate of ₹300 per month for the first three years and the postgraduate rate of ₹450 per month for the remaining period.

Additional Benefits Under the Scheme

• 12-month assistance: The scholarship covers all 12 months of the academic year.
• Support throughout the course: Assistance continues for the prescribed course duration, subject to passing the annual examination on the first attempt and meeting renewal conditions.
• Possible fee concession: The college head may grant additional fee concessions to scholarship holders who need financial assistance.
• Transfer facility: Students can transfer the scholarship if they move to another college covered under the scheme.
• Protection against extra demands: Colleges cannot demand donations or additional contributions from scholarship recipients.

Eligibility Conditions Required to be Fulfilled

The State Merit Scholarship to UG/PG Students supports eligible Haryana students pursuing higher education. Applicants must meet the residence, academic and institutional requirements, while selection depends on merit and the type of scholarship seat.

Basic Eligibility Conditions

• The student’s parents or guardian must be Indian citizens domiciled in Haryana.
• The student must be enrolled in a recognised institution in Haryana or Chandigarh, including Government, aided and self-financing institutions.
• The student must have passed the qualifying examination with at least a Second Division.
• Students who passed the qualifying examination as regular or private candidates can apply.
• Students from all categories are eligible, subject to the scheme’s conditions.

Eligibility According to Education Level

Eligibility for Open Merit and Rural Area Merit Seats

Income Limit

The scheme’s stated conditions provide scholarships for MA, MSc, MCom and Ph.D. students without considering parental income. The available eligibility details also indicate that no income limit applies to the scheme.

Special Cases Covered Under the Scheme

• Children of Haryana Government employees studying in Chandigarh.
• Bona fide residents of Haryana and their children living in Chandigarh.
• Students pursuing specified BSc, MSc and Ph.D. subjects at Panjab University, provided their parents practise a profession in Haryana.

Students Not Eligible for the Scholarship

• Students receiving another merit, merit-cum-poverty or merit-cum-means scholarship, including university scholarships.
• Students who fail to pass the annual promotion examination on their first attempt.
• Students pursuing medical, engineering or other professional courses not covered by the scheme.

Documents Required to be Attached

Students applying for the State Merit Scholarship to UG/PG Students must submit the required documents based on their course and the merit category they are applying under. Some documents are common to all applicants, while others depend on the level of education and eligibility for Rural Area Merit seats.

Documents Required from All Applicants

• Parivar Pehchan Patra (Family ID) for registration on the Har Chhatravratti Portal
• Haryana domicile certificate
• Student’s Aadhaar Card
• Recent photograph and signature
• Proof of admission to a recognised college or university in Haryana or Chandigarh
• Details of the student’s own Aadhaar-seeded bank account
• Parent’s or guardian’s declaration or affidavit, if required

Marksheet Required According to Course

Additional Documents for Rural Area Merit Seats

• Proof that both parents or the guardian couple actually reside in a village within a Gram Panchayat area
• Proof of livelihood in the village or permanent residence there if the parents or guardians are not working
• Marksheet showing at least 40% marks in the relevant school-level examination

Documents Required for Scholarship Renewal

• Result of the annual promotion examination passed on the first attempt
• A note from the college if the student changes institutions, to facilitate scholarship transfer

How Beneficiaries Can Apply to Avail the Benefit of the Scheme

Students pursuing undergraduate, postgraduate, B.Ed., M.Phil. or Ph.D. courses can apply for the State Merit Scholarship to UG/PG Students through the Har Chhatravratti Portal. Applicants must select the correct course level and upload the relevant academic documents while completing the online form. The last date to apply for the 2026-27 session is 31 December 2026.

First, Confirm Your Eligibility

Step 1: Visit the portal’s Eligibility List and locate the State Merit Scholarship to UG/PG Students.

Step 2: Check whether you have secured at least a Second Division in the qualifying examination or meet the 40% marks requirement applicable to Rural Area Merit seats.

Step 3: Confirm that your course appears on the portal’s List of Eligible Courses.

How to Apply Online

Step 1: Open the Student Registration Page to create your account.

Step 2: Enter your Parivar Pehchan Patra (Family ID), select your name from the displayed family members and verify your identity using the OTP sent to your registered mobile number.

Step 3: Create a password and sign in to the Har Chhatravratti Scholarship Portal.

Step 4: Select State Merit Scholarship to UG/PG Students from the available scholarship options.

Step 5: Choose your education level, such as UG, PG, B.Ed. or Ph.D., and enter your academic details exactly as they appear on your marksheet.

Step 6: Provide the required residential details and indicate whether you live in a village or an urban area, as applicable to the merit category.

Step 7: Enter your bank account details, upload the required documents and submit the application after checking all the information; save the acknowledgement for future reference.

How to Apply Through the Mobile App

Step 1: Download the Har Chhatravratti App from Google Play on your Android phone.

Step 2: Sign in using your Family ID and OTP, then select the State Merit Scholarship to UG/PG Students and your education level.

Step 3: Upload clear photographs or scans of your marksheet and other required documents, complete the remaining details and submit the application.

Application Verification Process

How to Renew the Scholarship Every Year

Step 1: Apply again through the portal for the next academic session after your annual examination results are declared.

Step 2: Upload your latest examination result, which must show that you passed the examination on your first attempt.

Step 3: Maintain regular attendance and avoid remaining absent for six consecutive working days without approved leave, as this may lead to discontinuation of the scholarship.

How to Transfer the Scholarship to Another College

Step 1: Inform the concerned authorities through your current college before leaving the institution.

Step 2: Join the new eligible college within 14 days and inform its head that you already receive this scholarship so that the transfer can be processed.

How to Track Your Application and Get Help

Step 1: Visit the Application Status Page and enter your Aadhaar number as required to check your application progress.

Step 2: If your application contains an error or remains pending, submit your complaint through the Grievance Portal.

Step 3: Follow up on your complaint through the Grievance Tracking Page.

Important: Read the official scheme guidelines before applying to understand the complete eligibility requirements, renewal conditions and other applicable rules.

Important Links Available of the Scheme

• Start your State Merit Scholarship application on Har Chhatravratti
• Official guideline of the UG/PG Merit Scholarship (PDF)
• Eligibility list of Har Chhatravratti schemes
• Courses accepted on the portal
• Know your scholarship application status
• Har Chhatravratti app on Google Play Store

Contact Details in Case of Help Needed

• Awarding Authority: Directorate of Higher Education, Haryana
• Office: Shiksha Sadan, Ground and 1st Floor, Sector-5, Panchkula, Haryana – 134105
• Telephone: 0172-2565530
• Scholarship Email: helpdeskscholarship@highereduhry.ac.in
• Merit and Result Queries: Your university’s examination or registration branch
• Admission and Verification: Head of your college or department

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

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