Prime Minister's Special Scholarship Scheme (PMSSS), J&K is an initiative of the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) for Class 12 passed/diploma degree holders in J&K and Ladakh. The scholarship aims to support the youth of J&K to pursue higher education outside the state. It facilitates access to quality education for students so as to equip them with knowledge, skills, experience, and training for higher academic levels/professions. The students selected will receive financial assistance up to INR 3 lakhs and a maintenance allowance of INR 1 lakh per annum.