Scholarship Guides
Everything explaining how India's scholarship systems work in one place — complete topic guides by state and category, official portal login/status guides, and step-by-step how-to articles. Start here if you're not sure where to begin.
How Scholarships Work
National, topic-level guides — start here if you're new to how Indian scholarships are organized.
National Scholarship Portal (NSP): The Complete Guide (2026)
NSP is not one scholarship — it's a shared application portal for over a hundred central government and UGC/AICTE scholarships, plus some state schemes.
How State Scholarships Work in India: The Complete Guide (2026)
Every Indian state runs its own scholarship system, separate from the central National Scholarship Portal (NSP) — funded by the state, applied for on the state's own website, and only open to residents of that state (called domicile).
By Category
Caste and community-based scholarship systems, explained nationally across states.
Minority Scholarships in India: The Complete Guide (2026)
In India, six communities are officially notified as minorities for scholarship purposes: Muslim, Christian, Sikh, Buddhist, Parsi, and Jain. Eligibility isn't based on caste — it's based on religious community.
OBC Scholarships in India: The Complete Guide (2026)
OBC scholarships come from two separate sources: central schemes (applied for on NSP) and state schemes (applied for on your own state's portal) — and most states also run their own version alongside the central one.
SC/ST Scholarships in India: The Complete Guide (2026)
There are two kinds of SC/ST scholarships: Central (apply on NSP) and State (apply on your own state's portal). They are not the same.
By Course
Course-specific funding — where the money actually comes from for your field of study.
Engineering & BTech Scholarships in India: The Complete Guide (2026)
Engineering scholarships come from four different sources — AICTE/government schemes, your state, corporate CSR programs, and research fellowships for postgraduate work. Most students only check one.
MBBS & Medical Scholarships in India: The Complete Guide (2026)
There is no single 'MBBS scholarship' — medical students draw funding from the same state and central schemes as other students, since most list Medical/MBBS as one of several eligible courses rather than running a dedicated medical-only scheme.
Corporate & Private Funding
Scholarships funded outside government systems — CSR programs, foundations, and trusts.
By State
How each state's own scholarship system is organized — portals, categories, and class stages.
Andhra Pradesh Scholarships: The Complete Guide (2026)
AP ePASS and Jnanabhumi are not two different systems. ePASS is the name of the system, and Jnanabhumi is the website you actually use.
Bihar Scholarships: The Complete Guide (2026)
Bihar's two main systems — PMS and Medhasoft — each exist under two slightly different web addresses. Both versions are real, not a scam or a mistake.
Chhattisgarh Scholarships: The Complete Guide (2026)
Chhattisgarh scholarships are not based on one single rule. Some depend on your caste, some on your family's poverty status (BPL), and some on your marks.
Gujarat Scholarships: The Complete Guide (2026)
Almost every Gujarat scholarship runs through one website, digitalgujarat.gov.in — but within that site, forms are split by your category and by your class stage (Pre-Matric vs Post-Matric), same as most other states.
Haryana Scholarships: The Complete Guide (2026)
Haryana runs separate Post-Matric scholarships for SC students and BC/OBC students, plus a Consolidated Stipend Scheme specifically for SC students.
Jharkhand Scholarships: The Complete Guide (2026)
Jharkhand's main scholarship system runs through e-Kalyan, the state's welfare department portal — most Post-Matric support for SC, ST, and OBC students goes through it.
Karnataka Scholarships: The Complete Guide (2026)
Karnataka uses two separate websites: ssp.karnataka.gov.in for Pre-Matric (school) and ssp.postmatric.karnataka.gov.in for Post-Matric (college). Using the wrong one is a common mistake.
Kerala Scholarships: The Complete Guide (2026)
Kerala splits scholarships across several portals by department: DCE for merit-based schemes, e-Grantz for caste-based schemes, and separate sites for minority and science-specific scholarships.
Madhya Pradesh Scholarships: The Complete Guide (2026)
Madhya Pradesh splits its scholarships across three different websites: MPTAAS (caste-based), MMVY (merit-based), and the main state scholarship portal (welfare schemes).
Maharashtra Scholarships: The Complete Guide (2026)
Maharashtra's main scholarship system, MahaDBT, is actually split across two websites — mahadbt.maharashtra.gov.in and mahadbt2.maharashtra.gov.in. Check which one your specific scheme uses.
Odisha Scholarships: The Complete Guide (2026)
Odisha runs 21 different state scholarship schemes, but almost all of them use one website: scholarship.odisha.gov.in.
Punjab Scholarships: The Complete Guide (2026)
Punjab runs separate Post-Matric scholarships for SC students and OBC/BC students — check the one that matches your category, not a single combined form.
Rajasthan Scholarships: The Complete Guide (2026)
Rajasthan uses one login system for everything, called SSO. But which department handles your scholarship — SJE for caste-based, others for merit-based — still depends on the scheme.
Tamil Nadu Scholarships: The Complete Guide (2026)
Tamil Nadu spreads its scholarships across several different websites, and picking the wrong one is easy to do.
Telangana Scholarships: The Complete Guide (2026)
Telangana keeps almost all its scholarships on one portal, TS ePASS — simpler than many other states. The confusion here is picking the right form, not the right website.
Uttar Pradesh Scholarships: The Complete Guide (2026)
Uttar Pradesh uses one main website, scholarship.up.gov.in, but it hosts many separate forms — split by your category group and by your class stage.
West Bengal Scholarships: The Complete Guide (2026)
West Bengal does not have one scholarship website. It has several — SVMCM, Oasis, Aikyashree, Kanyashree, and more — and each one is for a different group of students.
State & Central Portal Guides
Step-by-step login, status check, and document guides for the actual government portals.
National Scholarship Portal (NSP)
Aadhaar Face-RD OTR registration, central scheme matching, and institute verification guide.
e-Kalyan Jharkhand Portal
Post-Matric student login, application status check, income affidavit format, and PFMS tracking.
Digital Gujarat & MYSY Portal
Digital Gujarat citizen registration, MYSY 80 percentile rules, document upload, and status.
Aikyashree & WB Portals
WBMDFC Aikyashree, Oasis SC/ST, and SVMCM merit scholarship status tracking and IFMS Lot numbers.
SSP Karnataka Portal
Kutumba Family ID integration, e-Attestation requirements, and Social Welfare post-matric login.
Talliki Vandanam & AP Schemes
Andhra Pradesh mother account credit status, NWC Secretariat verification, and rules.
MPTAAS & MMVY Portal
MP Tribal Affairs Profile ID creation, Samagra ID verification, and MMVY merit waiver.
E-Grantz 3.0 Kerala Portal
Kerala post-matric educational grant registration, Village Officer income proof, and Akshaya status.
Application Status Tracking
What different portal statuses mean and how to track payment via PFMS.
Document Checklist & Formats
Every certificate, income affidavit, and marksheet format required before applying.
How-To Guides
Task-specific walkthroughs — a scheme's application process, eligibility rules, or a common error, explained step by step.
Bihar Post-Matric PMS Scholarship 2026-27: Eligibility, Portal Registration & Status
The official Bihar PMS portal (pmsonline.bih.nic.in) accepts online applications for BC, EBC, SC, and ST students.
Chevening UK Scholarship 2027-28: Fully Funded Master's Essay & Application Guide
Chevening offers 100% fully funded 1-year Master's degrees at any UK university.
NSP One-Time Registration (OTR) 2026-27: Step-by-Step Face Authentication Guide
A unique 14-digit NSP One-Time Registration (OTR) ID is mandatory for all Central Sector, UGC, and AICTE schemes.
UP Scholarship 2026-27 Application Guide: Pre-Matric, Post-Matric & Status Check
The official Uttar Pradesh scholarship portal (scholarship.up.gov.in) is open for Pre-Matric and Post-Matric fresh and renewal registrations.
BA, MA & Humanities Scholarships: Research & Degree Funding
Arts and Humanities students are eligible for the same central and state post-matric schemes as science/commerce students.
B.Com & BBA Scholarships: Top Corporate & Govt Schemes
Commerce students are eligible for general merit-based CSR scholarships, not just 'engineering-only' corporate programs.
Top 10 High-Value Corporate CSR Scholarships in India
Corporate CSR scholarships often disburse faster than government schemes since they aren't routed through PFMS verification queues.
B.Tech & Engineering Scholarships: How to Cover 4-Year Tuition Fees
Engineering scholarships fall into three buckets: merit-based (entrance exam rank), need-based (income cap), and category-based (SC/ST/OBC/EWS).
Best Scholarships to Apply Immediately After Passing Class 10
Class 10 pass is the trigger point for Post-Matric scholarships — this is when students move from Pre-Matric to Post-Matric schemes.
Top Scholarships After Passing Class 12 Board Exams
Class 12 pass unlocks the widest range of scholarships — UG degree, professional course, and merit-based schemes all open up at once.
How to Apply for DAAD and Erasmus Mundus Master Scholarships 2026
DAAD and Erasmus Mundus provide 100% tuition waivers and monthly living stipends for Indian students.
Prime Minister Scholarship Scheme (PMSS) for Ex-Servicemen Children
PMSS is open to wards of ex-servicemen/widows of Army, Navy, Air Force, and Central Armed Police Forces personnel.
Top Scholarships for Diploma & Polytechnic Students
Diploma/Polytechnic students are eligible for the same category-based post-matric schemes (SC/ST/OBC/EWS) as degree students.
EWS Scholarship Guide: Top Government & Private Options
EWS scholarships primarily target General category students with family income under ₹8 Lakh who don't fall under SC/ST/OBC reservation.
FAEA Undergraduate Scholarship 2026: Complete Application & Eligibility Guide
FAEA scholarship provides full tuition, maintenance allowance, and hostel fee support for undergraduate students.
Top Scholarships for Female Students in Science, Tech & Engineering
AICTE Pragati is the largest dedicated STEM scholarship for girl students in AICTE-approved technical colleges.
Scholarship Money Not Received? How to File Grievance on CPGRAMS & State Portals
CPGRAMS (Centralized Public Grievance Redress and Monitoring System) is the official central channel for unresolved NSP scholarship complaints.
Law Student Scholarships: Financial Aid for 3-Year & 5-Year LLB
Both 3-year LLB (after graduation) and 5-year integrated LLB (after Class 12) students qualify for the same category-based post-matric schemes.
Scholarships for MBBS & Medical Students in India 2026: Complete List
Government and private foundations offer financial grants up to ₹50,000/year for MBBS, BDS, and BAMS students.
NSP Minority Scholarships (Pre-Matric, Post-Matric, MCM): Complete Rules
The Ministry of Minority Affairs (MoMA) runs three main tiers: Pre-Matric, Post-Matric, and Merit-cum-Means (MCM).
BSc Nursing & GNM Scholarships: Top Financial Aid Schemes
Nursing (BSc Nursing, GNM, ANM) students qualify under most 'medical/technical' category scholarships, not just dedicated nursing grants.
OBC Non-Creamy Layer Scholarship Rules: Who Qualifies?
Non-Creamy Layer (NCL) status, not just an OBC certificate, is what most scholarships actually check.
How to Track Scholarship Payment Status via PFMS 2026: Step-by-Step Guide
The Public Financial Management System (PFMS) handles all direct benefit transfer (DBT) scholarship payments in India.
PhD Fellowships in India: CSIR NET, UGC NET & Prime Minister PMRF
CSIR-NET (science) and UGC-NET (humanities/social sciences/commerce) are the two main national-level PhD fellowship qualifying exams.
PM Yashasvi Scholarship Scheme: Exam Date, Syllabus & Amount
PM Yashasvi (Young Achievers Scholarship Award Scheme for Vibrant India) targets OBC, EBC, and DNT students entering Class 9 and Class 11.
SC Post-Matric Scholarship: Income Caps & Free-Ship Scheme Explained
The central income ceiling for SC Post-Matric Scholarship is ₹2.5 Lakh per annum for the parent/guardian.
Single Girl Child Scholarships in India: Complete Eligibility List
'Single Girl Child' schemes are distinct from general 'Girls' scholarships — they require an affidavit confirming no siblings.
Top Sports Scholarships in India for State & National Level Athletes
Khelo India is the flagship government scheme, offering an annual stipend to identified athletes regardless of family income.
ST Post-Matric Scholarship: Eligibility, Hostel Allowance & Rules
The ST Post-Matric Scholarship covers tuition, maintenance, and hostel allowances for students beyond Class 10.
Income & Domicile Certificates for Scholarships: Rules & State Formats 2026
Income and Domicile certificates issued by authorized Revenue Officers (Tehsildar/SDM) are mandatory for government scholarships.
Top Corporate CSR Scholarships for B.Tech & Diploma Students 2026
Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) grants provide up to ₹2,00,000 per year for engineering and polytechnic diploma students.
Top Overseas Scholarships for SC, ST & Minority Students in 2026
Central and state governments provide 100% funded overseas scholarships for SC, ST, OBC, and minority students.
How to Apply for Lucknow University Chhatra Kalyan Scholarship 2026: Student Welfare Fund Guide
Provides ₹15,000 annual financial aid from the Lucknow University Student Welfare Fund.
How to Apply for UP CM Fellowship Programme 2026: Eligibility, ₹40k Stipend & Selection
The UP CM Fellowship offers a ₹40,000 monthly remuneration package (₹30k stipend + ₹10k field allowance) for postgraduates.
How to Apply for UP Divyangjan Post-Matric Scholarship 2026: Eligibility, UDID & Fee Reimbursement
Provides 100% compulsory tuition fee reimbursement up to ₹50,000 per year plus monthly maintenance stipends.
How to Apply for UP Purva Sainik Kalyan Educational Scholarship 2026: Class 10 & 12 Board Toppers Guide
The scheme awards up to ₹40,000 for Class 10 and ₹30,000 for Class 12 board exam toppers.
India Scholarships Statistics (2025-2026): 46+ Data Points on Budget, CSR & Mobility (with FY27 Updates)
Central assistance under the SC Post-Matric Scholarship reached ₹6,208.08 Crore in FY26, supporting 47.53 lakh students.
AP ePASS & Jagananna Vidya Deevena: Eligibility & Application Steps
Jagananna Vidya Deevena pays full college tuition fees directly to mothers.
How to Apply for Bihar Post-Matric Scholarship (PMS): Registration & Document List
Bihar PMS is open for SC, ST, BC, and EBC students studying post-matric courses in Bihar.
Engineering / B.Tech CSR Scholarships: Top 10 Grants for Tech Students
Top corporate CSR programs offer up to ₹2 Lakhs per year for B.Tech and Engineering students in India.
EWS Income Certificate Thresholds: ₹2.5L vs ₹8L Limits Decoded
The ₹8 Lakh income limit applies to central government reservation quotas and college entrance exams.
Kerala DCE & E-Grantz 3.0: Post-Matric Scholarship Application Guide
Kerala DCE and E-Grantz 3.0 offer scholarships for SC, ST, OEC, OBC, and merit students.
MahaDBT Scholarship List: Eligibility & Renewal Guide for Maharashtra
MahaDBT portal offers scholarships for SC, ST, OBC, VJNT, SBC, and EWS students.
MBBS & Medical Education Grants: How to Fund Government & Private Seats
Government MBBS seats can be funded via NSP Central Sector Scheme and State Post-Matric schemes.
Minority Merit-cum-Means (MCM) Guide: Rules for Muslim, Christian, Sikh, Jain Students
Minority MCM scholarships give up to ₹20,000 per year for technical courses.
Stuck on NSP OTR Face Authentication? Step-by-Step Troubleshooting Fix
NSP's One-Time Registration (OTR) is mandatory for all fresh and renewal applicants.
OBC Post-Matric Scholarship Rules 2026: Income Caps & State Comparisons
The central government sets the OBC Post-Matric scholarship family income cap at ₹2.5 Lakh per year.
Odisha e-Medhabruti & Kalia Scheme: How to Apply & Check Status
Odisha e-Medhabruti and KALIA scholarships support UG, PG, and technical course fees.
PM YASASVI 2026: No More Entrance Exam? Here's How Selections Work Now
The PM YASASVI Entrance Test (YET) conducted by NTA has been officially replaced by merit-based selection.
Polytechnic & Diploma Student Grants: State & Central Schemes List
Polytechnic and diploma students can claim central government grants like AICTE Pragati and Saksham.
Rajasthan SJE SJMS Portal: Post-Matric Scholarship Step-by-Step
Rajasthan SJE SJMS portal manages post-matric scholarships for SC, ST, and OBC students.
SC/ST Freeship Card Guide: How to Study Without Paying Upfront Tuition Fees
An SC/ST Freeship Card enables eligible students to secure college admission without paying cash upfront for tuition fees.
Single Girl Child Scholarship Guide: Eligibility & Affidavit Format
Single girl child scholarships help families with only one daughter pay for school and college.
Tamil Nadu Post-Matric & Pudhumai Penn Scheme: Full Breakdown
Pudhumai Penn scheme gives ₹1,000 monthly cash for female college students in Tamil Nadu.
TS ePASS Telangana Post-Matric Scholarship: Renewal & Status Guide
TS ePASS Post-Matric Scholarship gives fee reimbursement and monthly maintenance money to Telangana students.
How to Apply for UP Scholarship 2026: Registration, Status Check & PFMS Guide
Students in Uttar Pradesh can apply online at scholarship.up.gov.in.
Swami Vivekananda Scholarship (SVMCM) West Bengal: Complete Rules
Get up to ₹60,000 per year for higher education studies in West Bengal.
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