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PM-Vidyalaxmi: Empowering Students Through Education Loans

The PM-Vidyalaxmi scheme is an Indian government initiative aimed at improving access to quality higher education for meritorious students. The scheme, with a budget of Rs 3,600 crore, targets students in the top 860 higher education institutions across India.

Overview of the PM-Vidyalaxmi Scheme

  • The PM-Vidyalaxmi scheme is a new initiative approved by the Indian government.
  • It aims to enhance access to quality higher education for meritorious students.
  • The scheme has a budget of Rs 3,600 crore for the period 2024-25 to 2030-31.
  • It targets students enrolled in the top 860 higher education institutions across India.

Key Features and Eligibility Criteria

  • The scheme provides collateral-free, guarantor-free education loans up to Rs 10 lakh.
  • Students from families with an annual income of up to Rs 8 lakh are eligible for a 3% interest subvention on these loans.
  • For loans up to Rs 7.5 lakh, the government will provide a 75% credit guarantee to encourage banks to expand coverage.
  • The scheme prioritizes students from government institutions and those enrolled in technical or professional courses.
  • The application process will be entirely digital through the centralized PM-Vidyalaxmi portal.

Complementary Schemes and Expected Impact

  • The PM-Vidyalaxmi scheme will work alongside existing initiatives like the Central Sector Interest Subsidy (CSIS) and the Credit Guarantee Fund Scheme for Education Loans (CGFSEL).
  • Under CSIS, students from families earning up to Rs 4.5 lakh will continue to receive full interest subvention during the moratorium period.
  • The PM-Vidyalaxmi scheme aims to assist over 22 lakh students annually, providing them access to quality higher education.
  • The scheme is expected to benefit around 7 lakh new students each year, reflecting the government's commitment to supporting meritorious students.

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