The Central Board of Secondary Education – CBSE has launched the CBSE Merit Scholarship Scheme for Single Girl Child 2025 and initiative designed to encourage and support meritorious single girl students across India. This scholarship aims to empower young women who are the only child in their families and wish to continue higher education after completing Class 10 from a CBSE-affiliated school. This scheme of CBSE offers financial assistance of Rs 1000 per month to deserving students for a maximum two year time. The scholarship helps financially to families reducing financial issue. Registration for the scholarship is currently open and is online and the last date to apply is 20 November 2025.
🎓 Who Can Apply for the Scholarship?
To confirm that candidate is eligible for this scholarship check following eligable criteria:
- The applicant must be an Indian national.
- She should be a single girl child of her parents.
- The student must have scored 70 percent or above in the Class 10 examination – first five subjects considered.
- She should be pursuing Class 11 or Class 12 in a CBSE-affiliated school.
- The tuition fee in her current school should not exceed Rs 3000 per month.
For NRI Students:
- For NRI candidates of CBSE schools are also eligible.
- However, the maximum tuition fee limit for NRI applicants is Rs 6000 per month.
📅 CBSE Single Girl Child Scholarship 2025 – Key Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start | Ongoing |
| Application Deadline | 20 of November 2025 |
| Verification of Applications | December of 2025 |
Applicants are advised to complete the process well before the deadline to avoid last-minute submission issues.
💰 Scholarship Value & Duration
The CBSE Merit Scholarship for Single Girl Child provides a fixed financial reward to eligible students.
| Scholarship Component | Details |
|---|---|
| Monthly Scholarship Amount | Rs 1000 per month |
| Duration | Maximum of 2 years – Class 11 & 12. |
| Mode of Payment | ECS or NEFT |
| Renewal Condition | 50 percent marks required in Class 11 for continuation |
The amount will be directly credited to the student’s bank account through an electronic payment system, ensuring transparency and timely disbursement.
🧾 Documents Required
Before starting the online application, candidates must ensure that all necessary documents are ready and properly attested.
Mandatory Documents:
- Duly filled and attested affidavit signed by a Judicial Magistrate or SDM or Executive Magistrate or Notary.
- Undertaking attested by the school principal confirming that the student is a single girl child.
Ensure all scanned documents are combined into a single PDF file (max 1 MB) before uploading.
How to Apply for CBSE Single Girl Child Scholarship 2025
CBSE has simplified the online application process for students. Follow these step-by-step instructions to complete your registration successfully:
- Visit the Official Website at cbse.gov.in
- Click on Apply Now – Select the option for Single Girl Child Scholarship – 2025 Fresh Application.
- Register or Login – Create an account using your Gmail, mobile number or email ID.
- Enter Roll Number and Date of Birth As printed on your Class 10 mark sheet.
- Fill Application Form – Provide accurate academic and personal details.
- Print the Undertaking Form Fill paste your photo, and get it attested by your school principal.
- Prepare Affidavit: Use the official format provided in the scholarship guidelines.
- Upload Documents: Combine all pages into one PDF (max 1 MB) and upload.
- Generate Confirmation Page: Only fully submitted applications will be eligible to generate the confirmation page.
Note: Incomplete or offline applications will not be considered. Make sure all steps are completed carefully.
Renewal Rules & Important Terms
The scholarship is renewable for one additional year after Class 11, provided the scholar continues her studies in Class 12 and meets the required academic standards.
| Renewal Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Minimum Marks Required | 50 percent in Class 11 final exams |
| Continuation | Only if promoted to next class |
| Change of School or Stream | Prior approval from CBSE required |
| Cancellation | Once cancelled cannot be renewed |
📞 Contact Information
For any queries or clarifications, applicants can reach CBSE using the following contact details:
Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE)
Shiksha Kendra, 2, Community Centre, Preet Vihar, Delhi – 110092
📧 Email: info.cbse@gov.in
☎️ Helpline Numbers: (011)-22509256, 22509257, 22509258, 22509259
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Apply Now |
| Official Website | CBSE Official Website |








