What do you get under CM Scholarship?
₹6,000 a year for students of Meghalaya from Class XI up to PhD, paid into the student’s bank account.
The ₹6,000 amount is from the state budget speeches; the 2026 advertisement gives the dates and documents. Apply only through Meghalaya One.
CM Scholarship: latest updates
- Fresh and renewal applications for 2026-27 invited from Class XI to PhD students; the portal closes in early November 2026. official source
- Budget 2026-27: over 1.05 lakh students registered in the first year and were to get ₹6,000 after verification in March 2026; ₹60 crore set aside for 2026-27. official source
Who is eligible for CM Scholarship?
- Permanent residents of Meghalaya.
- Studying a regular, full-time course from Class XI to PhD in a recognised institution, inside or outside Meghalaya.
- New students apply as fresh applicants; students who got it last year apply for renewal every academic year.
Also check:
- The 2026-27 application window opened in October 2026 and closes in early November 2026. Defective applications must be corrected before the state verification deadline in early December 2026. Check the notice for the exact dates.
- If you change your institute, apply as "Renewal: New Institute" with the bonafide certificate of the new institute.
Documents needed for CM Scholarship
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How to apply for CM Scholarship
- Open the Meghalaya One portal (meghalayaone.gov.in) and choose the Chief Minister’s Scholarship Scheme.
- Register as a fresh applicant or as a renewal, and fill in your course and institution details.
- Upload last year’s marksheet, a bonafide certificate from your institution, a recent passport-size photo, and an identity proof of yourself or your guardian (MHIS card, MGNREGA job card, Voter ID or ration card).
- Add your bank details with the passbook or a cancelled cheque (renewal students only if the bank account has changed), then submit before the closing date.
How to check CM Scholarship status
- Log in to the Meghalaya One portal to see your application and correct any defect before the verification deadline. The Education Department posts CMSS notices on megeducation.gov.in.
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Common questions
Who is eligible for CM Scholarship?
Permanent residents of Meghalaya. Studying a regular, full-time course from Class XI to PhD in a recognised institution, inside or outside Meghalaya. New students apply as fresh applicants; students who got it last year apply for renewal every academic year.
How much do I get under CM Scholarship?
₹6,000 a year for students of Meghalaya from Class XI up to PhD, paid into the student’s bank account. The ₹6,000 amount is from the state budget speeches; the 2026 advertisement gives the dates and documents. Apply only through Meghalaya One.
What documents do I need for CM Scholarship?
Education certificates (marksheets); Proof of admission or fee receipt; Passport-size photo; Bank passbook or account details (Aadhaar-seeded account); Voter ID card (EPIC); Ration card; Job card (rural employment).
How do I apply for CM Scholarship?
Open the Meghalaya One portal (meghalayaone.gov.in) and choose the Chief Minister’s Scholarship Scheme. Register as a fresh applicant or as a renewal, and fill in your course and institution details. Upload last year’s marksheet, a bonafide certificate from your institution, a recent passport-size photo, and an identity proof of yourself or your guardian (MHIS card, MGNREGA job card, Voter ID or ration card). Add your bank details with the passbook or a cancelled cheque (renewal students only if the bank account has changed), then submit before the closing date. Official site: https://meghalayaone.gov.in/meghalaya-one/
How do I check CM Scholarship status?
Log in to the Meghalaya One portal to see your application and correct any defect before the verification deadline. The Education Department posts CMSS notices on megeducation.gov.in.
Do I have to pay anyone to apply for CM Scholarship?
No. Applying for a government scheme is free on the official portal, and at Common Service Centres you pay only the notified service fee, if any. Never pay an agent who promises approval.
How much is the Meghalaya CM Scholarship?
₹6,000 a year for each eligible student from Class XI to PhD.
Where do I apply for CMSS?
Only online on the Meghalaya One portal (meghalayaone.gov.in), as a fresh applicant or for renewal.
Can students studying outside Meghalaya apply?
Yes. Permanent residents of Meghalaya in a regular, full-time course at a recognised institution inside or outside the state can apply.
What documents are needed for the CM Scholarship?
Last year’s marksheet, a bonafide certificate, a passport-size photo, bank passbook or cancelled cheque, and an ID proof (MHIS card, job card, Voter ID or ration card).
Official sources
- Directorate of Higher and Technical Education, Meghalaya: CMSS 2026-27 advertisement (5 October 2026)
- Education Department, Govt of Meghalaya (Apply for the Chief Minister’s Scholarship)
- Meghalaya Budget Speech 2026-27 (para 4.8.4)
- Meghalaya Budget Speech 2025-26 (para 24.9: ₹6,000 a year announced)
Last checked 1 November 2026; next review by 31 January 2027. Rules and amounts change, so confirm on the official site before you apply. IndiaDigital is independent and not a government site.