Hello,

The Prime Minister's Special Scholarship Scheme (PMSSS) aims to support students from Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh by providing scholarships for pursuing higher education outside these regions. To be eligible for PMSSS, certain criteria must be met, including admission to specified colleges and courses.

Regarding your question, both Jamia Millia Islamia (JMI) and Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) are prestigious institutions, and admissions under PMSSS to these universities can be competitive.

Here are the general eligibility and selection criteria for PMSSS:

1. Residency : You must be a resident of Jammu and Kashmir or Ladakh.
2. Academic Performance : You've mentioned having scored 97% in 10th and 82% in 12th, which is a strong academic record and aligns well with the requirements.
3. Courses and Institutes : The courses and institutions covered under PMSSS are specified by the scheme. JMI and AMU are often included, but you should check the latest list on the official PMSSS website or the AICTE website.
4. Admission Process : You need to secure admission to the chosen course in the specified college independently, based on their admission criteria.
5. Scholarship Application : Once admission is secured, you can apply for the scholarship through the AICTE PMSSS portal.

For precise and updated details:

• Check the PMSSS guidelines on the AICTE website .
• Review the specific admissions criteria for JMI and AMU for the year you are applying.

Your strong academic performance in both 10th and 12th grades puts you in a favorable position for admission and for securing the PMSSS scholarship, provided you meet the residency and other specific criteria.

Hope it helps you!