Scholarship

Scholarships for Students

Government scholarships help students pay for school and college. Many are listed on one portal, the National Scholarship Portal, and each state also runs its own. This page explains the main types and where to apply.

Main Options

Pre-Matric Scholarships

For students in classes 9 and 10, and in some schemes earlier, from eligible categories such as SC, ST, OBC and minority communities.

Post-Matric Scholarships

For students studying after class 10, including class 11 and 12, college, and professional courses.

Merit-cum-Means Scholarships

Given on the basis of both marks and family income. Check the minimum percentage and income limit in the notification.

Minority Scholarships

For students from notified minority communities, with separate schemes at pre-matric, post-matric and merit-cum-means levels.

State Scholarships

Every state offers its own schemes for local students. Check your state scholarship portal along with the national one.

Official Websites

Each card opens the official site in a new tab.

• National Scholarship PortalRegister, apply and track statusscholarships.gov.in
• Vidya LakshmiEducation loan information and applicationsvidyalakshmi.co.in
• University Grants CommissionFellowships and university informationugc.gov.in
• Ministry of EducationSchemes for school and higher educationeducation.gov.in

How to Apply

1. Open the National Scholarship Portal and read the list of schemes.
2. Check the scheme eligibility: course, marks, category and family income.
3. Register as a new student and note your registration number.
4. Fill in the application form and upload your documents.
5. Submit the form and take a printout of the final submission.
6. Get the form verified by your institution, if the scheme requires it.
7. Track your status on the portal. Payment goes to your bank account.

Documents You Usually Need

• Aadhaar card
• Previous year marksheet
• Income certificate
• Caste or category certificate, if applicable
• Bank account in your own name, linked to Aadhaar
• Admission proof or fee receipt
• Passport size photo

Stay Safe from Fraud

• Scholarship money is paid directly into the student’s bank account. Never pay an agent or a “processing fee” to get one.
• Official sites end in .gov.in or .nic.in. Check the address bar before you enter any detail.
• Report fraud at cybercrime.gov.in or call 1930.

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