The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has opened the application window for the Single Girl Child Merit Scholarship 2025, aimed at supporting meritorious girls who are the only child in their families. Both fresh and renewal applications are now being accepted through CBSE’s scholarship portal.
This scheme is part of CBSE’s efforts to promote education among girls and provide financial aid to deserving students. In this guide, we walk you through the eligibility criteria, benefits, how to apply, important dates, and tips to avoid pitfalls.
What is the CBSE Single Girl Child Scholarship?
Under the CBSE Merit Scholarship Scheme for Single Girl Child (SGC-X):
The scheme is for girls who are the only child of their parents (i.e., no brothers or sisters).
It is available to those who have passed the Class 10 CBSE board exam (in 2025 for fresh applications) and are currently studying in Class 11 in a CBSE-affiliated school.
Renewal is also permitted for students who had availed the scholarship earlier and are now in Class 12.
The scheme helps meet educational expenses by offering a monthly stipend, subject to certain conditions.
Eligibility Criteria
To apply for or renew the Single Girl Child Scholarship 2025, candidates must satisfy the following criteria:
Only Child Condition
The applicant should be the sole girl child in the family — no siblings (neither brother nor sister).Academic Performance (Class 10)
For fresh applicants (2025 pass-outs), a minimum of 60% marks in CBSE Class 10 is required.Studying in Class 11 / 12
The student must be enrolled in Class 11 or 12 in a CBSE-affiliated school.Tuition Fee Limit
For regular (India) students, the tuition fee should not exceed ₹1,500 per month.
For NRI students, the cap is higher — ₹6,000 per month.
Other Conditions
For renewal, the student must have achieved the required marks in Class 11 and be promoted to Class 12.
The scheme is for Indian nationals, but NRI candidates are eligible under constraints mentioned above.
Applicants must follow the guidelines regarding affidavits, undertakings, and document submission as per CBSE’s notification.
Always check the official CBSE “Scholarship” page for the full, updated guidelines. CBSE
Scholarship Amount & Duration
The scheme provides ₹500 per month to eligible students.
This monthly stipend is disbursed for up to two years (i.e. during Class 11 and 12) if all conditions are met.
The scholarship must be renewed annually, subject to meeting academic performance thresholds (e.g. marks and promotion).
In essence, if you apply fresh in 2025 (for Class 11), and then renew in 2026 for Class 12 (meeting performance criteria), you can avail benefits for two academic years.
Important Dates & Last Date to Apply
The last date to submit applications (new or renewal) is October 23, 2025.
CBSE’s official site lists Guidelines and Application Forms (Fresh & Renewal) made public on 25 September 2025. CBSE
Schools will verify student applications; thus, timely submission to schools for verification is crucial.
It is strongly recommended that you apply well before the deadline to ensure smooth processing and verification by your school.
How to Apply: Step-by-Step
Here’s a basic procedure to follow:
Visit CBSE’s Scholarship Page
Go to the CBSE official website and navigate to the “Scholarship” section.Choose Fresh / Renewal Application
Select whether you are applying for the first time (fresh) or renewing your existing scholarship.Register / Login & Fill Application
Enter your details: Class 10 roll number, year, school, personal info, and current class (11 / 12).Download Undertaking / Affidavit
CBSE requires an undertaking and affidavit as per its guidelines. Get them printed, signed and attested accordingly. \Scan & Upload Documents
Upload the scanned copies (in PDF) of necessary documents — undertaking, affidavit, proof of tuition fee, identity proofs, previous marksheet etc.School Verification
After submission, your school must verify the application via the CBSE portal. Only verified applications will be considered.Submit & Print Acknowledgement
Once verified and accepted, you will get an acknowledgement or confirmation page — download or print it for your records.
For renewals, you may need to mail the signed confirmation page to CBSE’s office address as per guidelines.
Tips & Things to Keep in Mind
Apply early to avoid last-minute glitches or server issues.
Double-check all fields before submission — especially your class, school, name, roll number.
Ensure your school is CBSE-affiliated — being in a non-CBSE school disqualifies you.
Follow the prescribed format for affidavit / undertaking — any deviation may lead to rejection.
Keep digital and physical copies of your application and confirmation slips.
For renewals, meeting the required academic performance in Class 11 is critical.
In Summary
The CBSE Single Girl Child Merit Scholarship 2025 is a valuable scheme aimed at supporting meritorious girls who are the only child in their family. With a ₹500 monthly stipend for up to two years, this scholarship can help reduce financial burdens on eligible students. Just ensure you satisfy the eligibility conditions, apply before the deadline (23 October 2025), and follow the application and verification process carefully through CBSE’s official portal.
