Central Government SchemeVerified for 2026
Central Sector Scheme of Scholarship for College and University Students Last Date & Deadlines 2026
Application Deadline
31 October 2026
Applications close on the National Scholarship Portal (NSP) in late October.
Timeline Details & Extensions
Applications must be submitted and finalized before 11:59 PM on the closing date. We advise students to submit applications at least a week in advance to avoid last-minute server bottlenecks.
- Institute-level verification continues for 15-30 days after the student application deadline.
- Incomplete or unfinalized drafts are auto-rejected on the last date.
FAQs for Central Sector Scheme of Scholarship for College and University Students
Q.Is this open to distance/correspondence students?
No, the scheme is strictly restricted to students pursuing regular (full-time) courses in recognized universities/colleges.
Q.Can a student apply who is receiving another state scholarship?
No, students cannot hold any other central/state scholarship or fee reimbursement benefits simultaneously with CSSS.
Q.What is the total scholarship duration?
It covers up to 5 years (3 years of UG and 2 years of PG/Professional study) subject to successful annual renewal.
Supporting Guides
Official Support
WebsiteOfficial Portal
Helpline0120-6619540, helpdesk@nsp.gov.in