The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has opened the application window for the Single Girl Child Merit Scholarship Scheme 2025. This scholarship is designed to support meritorious single girl students who have passed the CBSE Class 10 examination with at least 70 percent marks and are continuing their studies in Class 11 at CBSE-affiliated schools.According to the official notice, the application process for the CBSE Single Girl Child Merit Scholarship 2025 is now available online. Students who meet the eligibility conditions can submit their forms through the CBSE scholarship portal within the specified deadline. Schools must also complete the online verification of applications.Note that the Board has clarified that any application that is not verified by the respective school will stand rejected, highlighting the importance of timely completion of both student and school responsibilities.What are the benefits of the scholarship?The scholarship provides selected students with financial support of Rs 1,000 per month. This benefit is awarded for a maximum period of two years, thereby covering both Class 11 and Class 12. The payment is made directly to the student through ECS or NEFT transfer, ensuring a transparent and hassle-free process.CBSE Exams 2026: Open book assessments to two board exams – new rules this yearRenewal of the scholarship is possible if the student secures at least 70 percent marks in Class 11 and is promoted to Class 12. In this way, the scholarship not only provides financial relief but also motivates students to sustain their academic performance.Who is eligible for CBSE’s scholarship?The scheme is open only to single girl children of their parents. CBSE clarifies that children born together, such as twins, are also considered under the single girl child category. To be eligible, the student must have passed the CBSE Class 10 examination in 2025 with a minimum of 70 percent marks and must now be pursuing Class 11 and 12 in a CBSE-affiliated school.Over 2,700 private candidates registered for CBSE ‘additional subject’ in 2025; option to be discontinued from 2026 examsThe tuition fee in Class 10 should not have exceeded Rs 2,500 per month, while in Class 11 and 12 it should not be more than Rs 3,000 per month. For NRI applicants, the ceiling is Rs 6,000 per month.Story continues below this adThe scheme is open to Indian nationals, though NRI students studying under CBSE are also eligible. Furthermore, the gross parental or family income should not exceed Rs 8 lakh per annum, as certified by a self-declaration of the parents.How to apply for CBSE Single Girl Child Scholarship?Applications must be submitted online through the official CBSE scholarship portal. Students are required to fill in details regarding their personal profile, academic achievements, and school information. Along with this, the necessary documents need to be uploaded in the prescribed format.CBSE to launch educational podcasts, create digital content: Schools to nominate students from grades 9-12 for participationOnce the student has completed her application, it must be verified by the principal of the current school. CBSE has clearly stated that unverified applications will be rejected and will not be processed further. Therefore, applicants must ensure that their school completes the verification step within the deadline.Documents required for the scholarshipTo apply for the scholarship, students will need to upload certain documents online. These include an affidavit in the prescribed format declaring the single girl child status, a copy of the first quarterly fee slip of the current academic year attested by the principal, and an income certificate or a self-declaration that the gross annual family income does not exceed Rs 8 lakh. Story continues below this adStudents also need to provide valid identification proof such as an Aadhaar card and details of their bank account to facilitate ECS or NEFT transfer of the scholarship amount.Board Exams 2026: Is it mandatory to register on APAAR? Here’s what CBSE saidHow does CBSE select the students for the scholarship?The selection of candidates under the Single Girl Child Merit Scholarship is strictly merit-based. Students who have secured at least 70 percent marks in their CBSE Class 10 examination and fulfill all other eligibility criteria will be considered for the award. For renewal, applicants must have been recipients of the scholarship in the previous year, obtained at least 70 percent marks in Class 11, and been promoted to Class 12.The applications undergo a detailed verification process by the schools, and any discrepancy or failure to verify leads to rejection. Once awarded, the scholarship continues only if the student maintains good conduct, regular attendance, and academic performance.CBSE has also clarified that a scholarship once cancelled cannot be renewed under any circumstances, and the decision of the Board will remain final in all matters.