National Scholarships, Eligibility, Dates, and Official Links
Are you a student in India looking for financial support to continue your education? You’re in the right place. This page is your permanent guide to all ongoing national scholarships in India for the year 2025. Whether you are in school, college, or pursuing professional courses, these national scholarships can help you achieve your goals without the financial burden. Explore the latest National Scholarships in India 2025. Get complete details on eligibility, deadlines, scholarship amounts, and official links. Stay updated with all ongoing central and state-funded scholarship opportunities.
National Scholarships in India are financial assistance programs funded primarily by the Central Government to help students from various backgrounds pursue their education without monetary constraints. These scholarships are aimed at supporting meritorious, underprivileged, and marginalized students, including those from Scheduled Castes (SC), Scheduled Tribes (ST), Other Backward Classes (OBC), minorities, and economically weaker sections (EWS). They are applicable at various levels of education—ranging from school to postgraduate and doctoral studies—and cover tuition fees, maintenance allowances, and other academic expenses.
The National Scholarship Portal (NSP) serves as the centralized digital platform where students can apply for these scholarships. Some of the most well-known national scholarships include the Central Sector Scholarship Scheme (CSS), Post Matric Scholarship for SC/ST/OBC, Pre-Matric and Merit-cum-Means Scholarships for Minorities, INSPIRE Scholarship by DST, and AICTE’s Pragati and Saksham Scholarships. These initiatives not only encourage academic excellence but also promote inclusive education by removing financial barriers for deserving students across India.
We will keep updating this list regularly as new scholarships are announced or existing ones are extended.
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🟢 Central Sector Scheme of Scholarships for College and University Students (CSS)
Eligibility: Students scoring above 80% in Class 12, from non-creamy layer families with income below ₹4.5 lakh/year.
Scholarship Amount: ₹10,000/year (UG), ₹20,000/year (PG)
Application Deadline: Usually in October–December
Official Portal: https://scholarships.gov.in
🟢 Post Matric Scholarship for SC/ST/OBC Students
Eligibility: SC/ST/OBC students studying in Class 11 to post-graduation. Income ceiling differs per category.
Scholarship Amount: ₹2,000–₹15,000/year depending on course and category
Application Deadline: Varies state-wise, mostly between October–January
Official Portal: https://scholarships.gov.in
🟢 Pre Matric Scholarship for Minorities
Eligibility: Minority students (Muslim, Christian, Sikh, Buddhist, Jain, Parsi) in Class 1–10 with family income under ₹1 lakh/year.
Scholarship Amount: ₹1,000–₹5,000/year
Application Deadline: Usually August–November
Official Portal: https://scholarships.gov.in
🟢 Merit Cum Means Scholarship for Professional & Technical Courses (Minorities)
Eligibility: Minority students in professional/technical UG/PG courses. Income should be under ₹2.5 lakh/year.
Scholarship Amount: ₹20,000/year + maintenance allowance
Application Deadline: Usually September–November
Official Portal: https://scholarships.gov.in
🟢 Prime Minister’s Scholarship Scheme (PMSS)
Eligibility: Wards/widows of ex-servicemen, paramilitary, or railway personnel with minimum 60% marks in 12th/Diploma.
Scholarship Amount: ₹2,500/month for boys, ₹3,000/month for girls
Application Deadline: Usually between August–November
Official Portal: https://ksb.gov.in
🟢 INSPIRE Scholarship for Higher Education (SHE)
Eligibility: Top 1% students in Class 12 or students in top national ranks. Science stream only.
Scholarship Amount: ₹80,000/year
Application Deadline: October–December
Official Portal: https://online-inspire.gov.in
🟢 AICTE Pragati Scholarship for Girls
Eligibility: Girl students in 1st year of AICTE-approved technical programs with family income < ₹8 lakh/year
Scholarship Amount: ₹50,000/year for 4 years
Application Deadline: September–November
Official Portal: https://www.aicte-india.org
🟢 AICTE Saksham Scholarship for Differently Abled Students
Eligibility: Differently abled students in technical education with >40% disability and income < ₹8 lakh/year
Scholarship Amount: ₹50,000/year
Application Deadline: Usually open until November
Official Portal: https://www.aicte-india.org
🟢 National Scholarships and Fellowship for Higher Education of ST Students
Eligibility: ST students pursuing UG/PG/PhD in top institutes (IITs, IIMs, etc.)
Scholarship Amount: ₹2,000–₹20,000/month depending on course
Application Deadline: Between July–October
Official Portal: https://scholarships.gov.in
🟢 Begum Hazrat Mahal National Scholarship
Eligibility: Minority girls in Class 9–12 with ≥50% marks and family income < ₹2 lakh/year
Scholarship Amount: ₹5,000 (Class 9–10), ₹6,000 (Class 11–12)
Application Deadline: Usually open July–October
Official Portal: https://scholarships.gov.in
🔁 How to Keep Track of These National Scholarships?
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📝 Tips Before Applying
- ✅ Check eligibility thoroughly
- ✅ Use original documents scanned in proper format
- ✅ Apply well before deadlines
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All dates and details are subject to change based on official announcements. Always verify through the official portals provided.