Meghalaya CM Inspire Scheme

Scheme Introduction: A Brief Overview

The Meghalaya Government has officially launched the CM-INSPIRE Scheme (Chief Minister's Incentive Scheme for Promotion of Intellectual Readiness & Empowerment) for UPSC Civil Services Examination aspirants in the state. The scheme is implemented through the Meghalaya Administrative Training Institute-All India Services Pre-Examination Training Centre (MATI-AISPETC) under the Personnel and Administrative Reforms Department.

The main objective of the scheme is to motivate and financially support deserving candidates from Meghalaya who are preparing for the UPSC Civil Services Examination. The government introduced this initiative after observing the low representation of Meghalaya candidates in All India Services over the last several years. Through this scheme, the government aims to encourage more youth from the state to pursue careers in civil services.

Under the CM-INSPIRE Scheme, candidates who successfully clear the UPSC Civil Services Preliminary Examination will receive a financial incentive of Rs 50,000. Candidates who clear the UPSC Civil Services Main Examination will receive Rs 1,00,000 as financial assistance. The scheme mainly benefits aspirants belonging to ST, SC, OST, and EWS categories and helps them manage expenses related to coaching, study materials, accommodation, travel, and examination preparation.

Eligible candidates can apply online through the official MATI website by submitting the prescribed application form along with supporting documents such as a residential certificate, category certificate, UPSC admit card, proof of qualifying the examination stage, bank details, photographs, and undertaking forms. After successful verification of documents by MATI, the approved incentive amount will be transferred directly to the applicant's bank account through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).

The Meghalaya Government has developed this scheme by taking inspiration from similar incentive programs implemented in states like Tamil Nadu and Manipur, where financial support for UPSC aspirants has helped improve participation and success rates in civil service examinations. 

Scheme Benefits

• Financial assistance of Rs 50,000 for candidates clearing the UPSC Preliminary Examination.
• Financial assistance of Rs 1,00,000 for candidates clearing the UPSC Main Examination.
• Direct monetary support to reduce preparation costs
• One-time grant to cover coaching fees, study materials, and examination expenses
• A performance-based reward system to motivate aspirants

Eligibility Requirements

• Applicant must be a permanent resident of Meghalaya.
• Applicant should belong to the ST, SC, OST, or EWS category.
• Candidate must have cleared the UPSC Civil Services Preliminary Examination or Main Examination in the relevant examination cycle.
• Valid Permanent Residential Certificate, caste certificate, or income certificate must be submitted.
• Applicant must provide official proof of qualification for the UPSC examination stage.
• The incentive is generally provided only once for a specific achievement.
• Applicants must submit attested documents as prescribed in the guidelines.

Required Documents

• Permanent Residential Certificate issued by the District Magistrate, ADM, or higher authority.
• ST/SC certificate or Income Certificate for the EWS category.
• UPSC Civil Services Preliminary/Main Examination Admit Card photocopy.
• Official intimation or proof of passing the UPSC Preliminary or Main Examination.
• Bank account details
• Photocopy of bank passbook.
• IFSC code and MICR code details.
• Pre-Stamped Receipt/Acquittance/Advance Receipt (APR/PSR).
• Undertaking of Cash Incentive
• Passport-size photographs attested by a Gazetted Officer.
• Working mobile number.
• All documents must be attested by a Gazetted Officer.

Steps to Apply

The application process for the Meghalaya CM-INSPIRE Scheme is managed by the Meghalaya Administrative Training Institute (MATI). Eligible candidates have to apply online through the official MATI website.

• Step 1: Visit the Official Website

Visit the official Meghalaya Administrative Training Institute website at https://mati.gov.in.

• Step 2: Access the CM-INSPIRE Online Application Form

Find the CM-INSPIRE Scheme application link available on the homepage or the notification section.

• Step 3: Fill the Online Application Form

Enter all required details, including applicant name, parents' names, permanent address, date of birth, UPSC examination details, admit card number, phone number, and other necessary information.

• Step 4: Upload Required Documents

Upload scanned copies of all required documents, including certificates, admit cards, photographs, bank details, and undertaking forms.

• Step 5: Submit Annexure Forms

Submit Annexure-I for bank details, Annexure-II for acquittance/pre-stamped receipt, and Annexure-III undertaking form.

• Step 6: Verify and Submit Application

Carefully review all entered information and uploaded documents before final submission.

• Step 7: Application Verification

MATI verification committee will scrutinise applications and verify documents with official UPSC records.

• Step 8: Receive Financial Assistance

Approved applicants will receive the incentive amount directly into their bank accounts through DBT mode.

Important Forms

• Annexure I Bank Details
• Annexure II acquittance/pre-stamped receipt
• Annexure III Undertaking Form for Prelims and Mains Exam

Relevant Links

• Meghalaya CM Inspire Scheme Online Application
• CM Inspire Scheme Online Application Format
• Meghayala Administrative Training Institute Website.
• Meghalaya CM Inspire Scheme Guidelines

Contact Information

• Meghalaya Administrative Training Institute Email:
  • [email protected]
  • [email protected]
  • [email protected]
• MATI, Major District Road 32,
  Opposite NEIAH Mawdiangdiang,
  Meghalaya 793018