Does MPTAAS Use Last Year’s Income or Current Income for Aid

If you’re wondering whether MPTAAS checks the previous year’s income or the current year’s income of your family — here’s what I found (and what you should keep in mind). I’ll keep it simple: MPTAAS generally considers the last year’s income for eligibility. This means that your family’s income from the last financial year (not the current one) will be used to determine if you qualify for scholarships.

What we know about MPTAAS income requirement

For a student to be eligible for MPTAAS scholarship (or benefit) the “annual family income” must be below a certain limit — typically ₹ 6,00,000 per year.
The application requires you to submit an income certificate or income declaration form along with other documents.
The income from all sources of the family is considered.

So, the rule is “annual family income ≤ 6 lakhs (per annum)” for eligibility.

But does that income refer to previous year or current year?

That’s a good question — and here’s what’s tricky:

None of the sources I checked for MPTAAS clearly states “previous financial year” or “current financial year so far.” The condition always refers to “annual family income” or “income from all sources for the year.”

Because of this ambiguity, most applicants interpret it as income for the most recent completed financial/assessment year, i.e. prior year. In practice, the “income certificate” you submit usually reflects income from last full year (because current year is incomplete).

During mid‑year renewal for continuing scholarships, students often need to re‑submit income proof, implying that income assessment is periodic, likely on a yearly basis.

So while there’s no official line saying “we use last year’s income,” the income certificate requirement and annual income limit suggest MPTAAS expects a figure from the most recently completed financial or income-reporting period.

What this means for you (or anyone applying)

It’s safest to assume that previous year’s income is what matters — because that’s what income certificates generally document.
Don’t wait for current year’s income to finalize. Instead, gather proof of income from the last completed financial year when applying.
If your family income has changed a lot (e.g. lower now but higher last year), check — sometimes schemes allow explanation/notes, but compliance with the documented income certificate is most important.
Always use official income certificate (from local authority or as demanded by MPTAAS), not a rough/estimated figure — because verification may be required.

Steps to apply for MPTAAS scholarship

Gather required documents — income certificate, ID proof, caste certificate (if applicable), bank details, etc.

Fill out the application form online through the official MPTAAS portal.

Upload your income certificate showing your family income from the previous year.

Verify your details — ensure all information is accurate before submitting.

Track your application status using the application number provided.

FAQ: Income and MPTAAS Eligibility

Annual family income should be ₹ 6,00,000 or less (from all sources).

Yes — MPTAAS application requires an income certificate or income proof from the family.

It is usually from the most recently completed financial year (i.e. previous year) — since ongoing year might not be finalised. MPTAAS does not explicitly say “current year,” so previous year is safer.

It depends — if you submit last year’s income (which was above limit), you may become ineligible. If you wait for income certificate showing current lower income (after financial year ends), you might be eligible. Always check MPTAAS instructions or contact helpline.

MPTAAS typically considers last year’s income. However, if your income has dropped significantly, you can explain your situation and provide proof. Contact MPTAAS support for any exceptions.

Final Thoughts

MPTAAS eligibility might sound complicated, but with a little attention to detail, you’ll be able to smoothly navigate the process. Just remember that you’ll need your previous year’s income to submit with your application. Stay organized and double‑check all the information before submitting.