Sat Jan 25 07:36:21 IST 2025: ## CBSE Extends Deadline for Single Girl Child Scholarship Scheme
**New Delhi, [Date of Publication]** – The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has announced an extension to the deadline for its Single Girl Child Scholarship Scheme. Both new applicants and those renewing their scholarships now have until **February 8, 2025**, to submit their online applications. Schools have until **February 15, 2025**, to verify applications.
The scholarship, offering ₹500 per month, is available to single girl children who achieved a minimum of 60% in their Class 10 CBSE exams. Eligibility criteria include being the only child of the parents and meeting specific tuition fee requirements (maximum ₹1,500 per month in Class 10, with a 10% annual increase for Classes 11 and 12; ₹6,000 per month for NRI students studying abroad). Applicants must be Indian nationals and provide necessary documents including a verified Class 11 mark sheet, Aadhaar card linked to their bank account, and bank details.
Applicants can access the online application portal through the official CBSE website. They should select the appropriate option for fresh application or renewal and upload the required documentation before the extended deadline. Unsigned applications will be rejected. For further details, applicants are advised to refer to the official CBSE notification.
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