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National Scholarship Portal (NSP) 2025–26 – Apply Online for Pre-Matric, Post-Matric & Other Central Schemes

Post Date: October 6, 2025 at 12:23 PM

The Government of India initiated online applications for the 2025 -26 academic year through the National Scholarship Portal (NSP). Openings for Pre-Matric and Post-Matric scholarship options will be available under various scholarship schemes classified as either Scheme(s) under Central Sector. Eligible female and male clients may apply online through the official NSP website — scholarships.gov.in — beginning 2nd June 2025 and ending 31st October 2025 for study financial assistance.

Scholarship Details

The National Scholarship Portal (NSP) provides numerous scholarships for students at various academic levels. Those at the Pre-Matriculation level, representing classes 1 to 10, Post-Matriculation level, representing classes 11 to 12, and both the Central Sector and Centrally Sponsored Schemes for higher education.

These scholarships assist students from a variety of groups, from SC, ST, OBC, EWS, and students from the general category, so that no student will be excluded from education due to financial trouble. Financial support can be provided for tuition fees, maintenance allowance, or there could be funding for other purposes based on the different schemes.

Students from all states and union territories of India retaining eligibility to apply, and scholarships are available to both male and female representation. Applications will be filed online through the official NSP portal, scholarships.gov.in, leading up to the final date of submission of 31st October 2025.

Important Dates

Online Apply Start Date
02 Jun 2025
Online Apply Last Date
31 Oct 2025
Note: Candidates are advised to confirm from the official website.

Award Information

Award AmountVaries by scheme (₹10,000 – ₹50,000 or full tuition fee waiver)

Financial assistance covers tuition fees, maintenance allowance, and other educational expenses depending on the specific scholarship scheme.

Eligibility Criteria

Students must be currently enrolled in a recognized pre-matric or post-matric program. To understand all eligibility requirements, it is important to carefully go through the detailed scholarship specifications provided above.

NSP Scholarship Schemes 2026

Scholarship Name

Organization / Ministry

Central Sector Scheme of Scholarships for College & University Students

Department of Higher Education

National Fellowship & Scholarship for Higher Education of ST Students

Ministry of Tribal Affairs

National Means-Cum Merit Scholarship

Department of School Education & Literacy

Prime Minister's Scholarship Scheme – CAPF & Assam Rifles

Ministry of Home Affairs

Prime Minister's Scholarship Scheme – Wards of Police Personnel Martyred in Terror/Naxal Attacks

Ministry of Home Affairs

Prime Minister's Scholarship Scheme – Ministry of Railways

Ministry of Railways (Railway Board)

NEC Merit Scholarship – Students of North Eastern Region

North Eastern Council (NEC), DoNER

Central Sector Scholarship for Top Class Education – SC Students

Department of Social Justice & Empowerment

Financial Assistance for Wards of Beedi/Cine/IOMC/LSDM Workers – Pre & Post Matric

Ministry of Labour & Employment

PM Yasasvi Central Sector Scheme for Top Class Education – OBC, EBC, DNT Students

Department of Social Justice & Empowerment (Backward Classes)

AICTE – Swanath / Pragati / Saksham / PM USP Scholarship Schemes

All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE)

NSP Portal Help Line's

Helpline Availability: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM (all days except government holidays)
Helpline Number: 0120 6619540
Email: helpdesk@nsp.gov.in

Official Links

One Time Registration (OTR)
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Apply For Scholarship
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View All Schemes
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Official Website
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