Central Government SchemeVerified for 2026
Central Sector Scheme of Scholarship for College and University Students Eligibility Criteria 2026
Qualifying Mark/Percent80% marks in previous class
Target Education LevelsUndergraduate, Postgraduate
Eligible Caste/CategoriesGeneral, OBC, SC, ST, EWS
Gender LimitAll
Residency/Domicile Requirements
Permanent resident of India with regular admission in recognized colleges/universities
Special Conditions
Requires scoring in the top 80th percentile of the board exams.
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