National Scholarship Portal (NSP) – Apply Online for Scholarships, Benefits & Eligibility
Every Student Deserves a Chance – NSP Helps Dreams Become Reality
Many bright students in India leave their studies because they cannot afford fees, books, or travel. Families struggle to pay school and college expenses. To support these students, the Government of India created a centralized platform – the National Scholarship Portal (NSP).
This portal brings together various scholarships offered by the central government, state governments, and UGC/AICTE under one roof. Students from SC/ST/OBC/Minority/General/EWS backgrounds can apply here, depending on their eligibility.
In 2025, the government has extended many scholarships under NSP and introduced faster verification and Aadhaar-based payment systems. Millions of students are expected to benefit this year.
What is the National Scholarship Portal (NSP)?
The National Scholarship Portal (NSP) is a one-stop online platform for applying, processing, verifying, and disbursing scholarships.
It is managed by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) and Ministry of Education.
NSP aims to make scholarship application transparent, fast, and paperless, reducing chances of fraud or delay.
There are over 80+ scholarships available under categories like:
- Pre-Matric Scholarships (Class 1–10)
- Post-Matric Scholarships (Class 11–PhD)
- Merit-based, Minority, SC/ST, OBC, and EWS schemes
- Special scholarships for girls and differently-abled students
Who Can Apply for NSP Scholarships?
Eligibility depends on the specific scholarship scheme, but general conditions are:
- Must be Indian citizen
- Studying in a recognized school, college, or university
- Belonging to categories like SC, ST, OBC, Minority, EWS, General, or Disabled
- Annual family income usually must be:
- Below ₹1 lakh for Pre-Matric
- Below ₹2.5 lakh for Post-Matric
- Should have at least 50% marks in the previous class (for many schemes)
Both boys and girls can apply. Some scholarships are reserved only for female students, especially under Beti Bachao Beti Padhao and minority welfare schemes.
What Benefits Will Students Get?
The amount depends on your course and scheme.
Common Scholarship Benefits:
- ₹10,000 to ₹25,000 per year for school-level students
- ₹10,000 to ₹50,000+ per year for higher education
- Monthly allowance for hostellers
- Books, uniform, tuition fee support
- Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) to bank accounts
- Special benefits for girls and disabled students
These scholarships help reduce dropout rates, especially among poor, rural, and minority students.
Key Scholarships Available Under NSP
Some of the most popular schemes are:
- Pre-Matric Scholarship for SC/ST/OBC/Minorities
- Post-Matric Scholarship for SC/ST/OBC/Minorities
- Merit Cum Means for Professional & Technical Courses
- Begum Hazrat Mahal National Scholarship (for Girls)
- Top Class Education Scheme for SC/ST students
- National Means-cum-Merit Scholarship (NMMS)
- PG Indira Gandhi Scholarship for Single Girl Child
- AICTE Pragati and Saksham Schemes
Each scheme has its own eligibility, income limit, and amount, but all can be applied through NSP.
Is There a Last Date?
Yes, every year, the portal opens for fresh and renewal applications.
For the 2025 academic session, the expected last dates are:
- Fresh & Renewal applications: Usually 15 October to 30 November 2025
- Institute & District verification deadline: December 2025
Note: Dates may vary by scheme and state. Always check the official NSP portal.
Real Impact – Lakhs of Students Already Benefitted
According to the official NSP portal (scholarships.gov.in):
“Over 12 crore students have registered on the National Scholarship Portal since its launch.”
The platform has disbursed over ₹35,000 crore directly into students’ bank accounts through DBT.
“My daughter is in Class 9. Her school fees and uniform were covered by the Pre-Matric scholarship. It helped us a lot,” says Suman Devi, a housewife in Bihar.
“I got ₹50,000 under the Post-Matric scheme. Now I’m completing my B.Com without worrying about fees,” says Faisal, a student from Uttar Pradesh.
How to Apply – Step-by-Step Process
You can apply for NSP scholarships only through the official portal.
Step-by-Step Guide:
- Visit official website:
👉 https://scholarships.gov.in - Click on “New Registration” (for first-time applicants)
- Read and accept the guidelines and terms
- Fill in your Aadhaar number, mobile number, bank account and other details
- Create your login ID and password
- Login and go to “Apply for Scholarship”
- Select your scheme from central/state list
- Upload required documents:
- Aadhaar Card
- Bank passbook
- Income certificate
- Caste certificate (if required)
- Previous mark sheet
- Bonafide certificate from institution
- Submit and take a print of the application for reference
You can track your status anytime by logging in with your ID.
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Quick Summary of NSP 2025
- Scheme Name: National Scholarship Portal (राष्ट्रीय छात्रवृत्ति पोर्टल)
- Launched by: Ministry of Education, Government of India
- Managed by: NIC and MeitY
- Who Can Apply: Students from Class 1 to PhD level
- Eligible Groups: SC, ST, OBC, Minority, EWS, General, Disabled
- Scholarship Amount: ₹10,000 to ₹50,000+ per year
- Application Website: https://scholarships.gov.in
- Application Mode: Online only
- Last Date (Expected): 30 November 2025
Final Words – A Ray of Hope for Every Student
Education should never stop because of money. Every child deserves to study, to dream, and to succeed.
The National Scholarship Portal is a digital window to equal opportunity. Whether you’re a school-going child from a small village, a college student from a low-income family, or a girl fighting to continue higher education — this portal is for you.
👉 Don’t miss this chance. Apply today. Tell others too.
Because a little support can create a big future. And your future starts with just one form.
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