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National Scholarship For Post Graduate Studies

A scheme started by Ministry of Education for the student Higher education.

Authority

Central

Region

Central Government

Status

Verified 2026

Updated

March 2026

What you get

- Scholarships of Rs.15,000/- per month for 10 months in a year.

Who can apply

Applicant must be pursuing first postgraduate degree.; Applicant who have already completed a postgraduate degree are not eligible to apply.; Applicant must be enrolled in first year of postgraduate program.; Applicant must be under 30 years old.; Applicant must be enrolled in full-time program.; Applicant must be pursuing recognized postgraduate degree program.

Required Paperwork

  • Aadhaar Card
  • PAN Card
  • Income Certificate
  • Residence Proof (Domicile)

Common Questions

What is this scheme ?

A scheme started by Ministry of Education for the student Higher education.

What is the main objective of the scheme ?

The scheme was initially launched with the aim of providing financial assistance to meritorious students from economically weaker sections of society to pursue postgraduate studies in India.

What are the benefits of the scheme ?

Scholarships of Rs.15,000/- per month for 10 months in a year.

Who can get the benefits ?

All the students who full fill the eligibility criteria.

If a applicant already have the postgraduate degree, is he/she eligible to apply ?

Applicant must be pursuing first postgraduate degree. Applicant who have already completed a postgraduate degree are not eligible to apply.

On which year, student need to enroll for scholarship?

Applicant must be enrolled in first year of postgraduate program.

What is the maximum age to get the scholarship benefits?

Applicant must be under 30 years old.

Can applicant also apply for part time program ?

No. Applicant must be enrolled in full-time program.

How to apply for the scholarship ?

- Applicant need to register themself on the portal. | - Login with credential and apply.