Chandigarh, September 26- In a significant step towards enhancing the welfare of its personnel, the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) has approved a major reform in the DG’s Merit Scholarship Scheme, extending its benefits to all wards of CISF personnel excelling in academics and sports. For the academic year 2024–25, a total of 567 students have benefitted under the new norms All wards of CISF personnel who secured more than 80 percent marks in Class 12 have been brought under the scholarship umbrella.
Sharing information in this regard Deputy Inspector General, CISF , Sh. Ajay Dahiya said that the force has done away with the earlier restriction of granting scholarships to only 150 wards per year. With the new decision, all such meritorious students are now equally rewarded, removing the sense of exclusion and providing them with a much-needed motivation to aim higher.
He said that for the first time, meritorious sports achievers among the wards of CISF personnel have been recognised under the DG’s Merit Scholarship. A total of five achievers were awarded scholarships this year. The new norms have also extended the support to the wards of CISF Bravehearts, who laid down their lives in the line of duty. Recognising their sacrifice, the scholarship amounts for their wards have been significantly enhanced. This year 08 such students were given scholarships.
Digitalised application and approval process for greater accessibility
To make the system more accessible, the entire application and approval process has now been digitised. The online system ensures ease of access, efficiency, and transparency, while also enabling wards of CISF personnel residing in distant locations to apply without difficulty. Applications are now processed in a time-bound manner, minimising delays and ensuring beneficiaries receive their entitlements directly into their accounts, he added.
He further said that financial commitment for the academic year 2024–25, a total of Rs.1.26 Crore has been disbursed under the DG’s Merit Scholarship Scheme: Norms for awarding the scholarship in Academics. 80–90 percent marks: Rs.20,000 each, above 90 percent marks: Rs.25,000 each.
This welfare-driven reform has uplifted the morale of the Force, reinforcing a strong bond of trust and assurance between the organisation and its personnel. It exemplifies CISF’s inspiring motive, “Welfare Above All.”
