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Maharashtra Pre-Secondary Scholarship Examination (PSS) for Class 8
by Maharashtra State Council of Examination (MSCE)
Up to ₹500/month
Maharashtra Pre-Secondary Scholarship Examination (PSS) for Class 8 is a scholarship by Maharashtra State Council of Examination (MSCE) for students in Class 8.
Mode
In-Person
Eligibility
Class 8
Fee
₹200
Duration
Two papers of 90 minutes each on a single examination day
Format
Individual
Time needed
Preparation typically begins six to nine months before the examination, with students balancing scholarship preparation alongside regular Class 8 studies
About This Opportunity
The Maharashtra Pre-Secondary Scholarship Examination (PSS) is a state-level scholarship test conducted by the Maharashtra State Council of Examination (MSCE), Pune for students currently studying in Class 8. The examination identifies academically meritorious upper-primary students from across Maharashtra and rewards them with monthly cash scholarships and merit certificates.
Students enrolled in government, government-aided, unaided, or recognised schools in Maharashtra are eligible to appear, provided their parents have been permanent residents of the state for at least fifteen years. The examination is offered in eight regional languages, ensuring accessibility for students from diverse linguistic backgrounds.
The assessment uses an offline OMR-based format across two papers covering First Language, Mathematics, Third Language, and Intelligence Test. Selected candidates from reserved categories with family income up to ₹2,00,000 receive monthly cash scholarships, while top performers at state and district levels are awarded merit certificates regardless of category.
The Class 8 PSS examination is widely regarded as a culminating scholarship test of the upper-primary stage in Maharashtra and serves as a prestigious academic milestone for students aiming at higher national-level competitive examinations.
Eligibility
- Grade Level
- Class 8
- Age Range
- 13 - 15 years
- Location
- Maharashtra
Academic requirement
Currently enrolled in Class 8 at a school recognized by the Maharashtra Government.
Family income limit
Up to ₹2,00,000 per year
Prerequisites
- Active enrolment in Class 8 during the academic year
- School registration through the official MSCE portal by the principal
Additional requirements
- Open only to students from Maharashtra-recognized schools
- Parents must be permanent residents of Maharashtra for at least 15 years
Open to Class 8 students enrolled in Maharashtra-recognized schools. Parents must be permanent residents of Maharashtra for at least 15 years. Cash scholarships are subject to a family income ceiling of ₹2,00,000 for reserved categories. CBSE and ICSE students may appear but are eligible only for the merit certificate.
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Academic Details
Difficulty: Intermediate
What's covered
The examination is based on the Class 8 syllabus prescribed by the Maharashtra State Board, covering First Language (50 marks), Mathematics (100 marks), Third Language (50 marks), and Intelligence Test (100 marks). Total of 300 marks across two papers.
Rewards & Recognition
Award
₹100-500/month
Selected candidates from reserved categories with family income up to ₹2,00,000 receive a monthly cash scholarship in the range of ₹100 to ₹500 per month, varying by category and merit rank.
Certificate
MSCE Merit Certificate
Top 100 state-level and top 25 district-level students receive a merit certificate issued by the Maharashtra State Council of Examination, recognised by the Government of Maharashtra. Students from CBSE and ICSE boards are also eligible for the merit certificate.
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Recognition
State-level merit recognition
Skills your child builds
Exam format
- Total marks
- 300
- Duration
- 180 minutes
- Format
- MCQ
- Language
- Marathi, English, Hindi, Urdu, Gujarati, Sindhi, Telugu, Kannada
How to apply
- 1Schools register on the official MSCE portal at puppssmsce.in
- 2School principal completes student registration with required academic and demographic details
- 3Application fee is paid online through the school login
- 4Hall tickets are issued through the school approximately one month before the exam
- 5Students appear at the assigned examination centre on the scheduled date
What it covers
- Monthly cash scholarship for academic support
Fees & financial support
Fee details
Application fee is ₹200 for general category. Late application incurs an additional fee of ₹100, and super-late applications carry a surcharge of ₹300. Students from minority communities may be exempt as per government norms.
Refund policy
Application fees are non-refundable once submitted.
Frequently asked questions
Is Maharashtra Pre-Secondary Scholarship Examination (PSS) for Class 8 free?
₹200 registration
Who can participate in Maharashtra Pre-Secondary Scholarship Examination (PSS) for Class 8?
Students in Class 8. children aged 13-15.
What will my child gain from Maharashtra Pre-Secondary Scholarship Examination (PSS) for Class 8?
Monthly cash scholarship of ₹100-500 for selected candidates from reserved categories. Official merit certificate issued by Maharashtra State Council of Examination. State-level top 100 and district-level top 25 recognition. Open to CBSE and ICSE students for the merit certificate. Strengthens preparation foundation for higher national-level competitive examinations.
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