Top Class Education Scheme for SC Students
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The previous application cycle (2025–26) closed on 15 December 2025. The upcoming 2026–27 cycle is expected to open soon. We will update the links here as soon as the official notification is released.
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Top Class Education Scheme for SC Students covers the entire cost of education for Scheduled Caste students admitted to India's premier colleges.
Benefits & Financial Support
Covers full tuition fees and non-refundable charges (capped at ₹2.0 Lakhs per annum in private sector institutions, with no cap in government institutions). Also provides an academic allowance (living expenses, books, computer) of ₹86,000 in the first year and ₹41,000 in subsequent years. Disbursed via DBT to the student's account.
Inclusions
Full fee reimbursement + stipends.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
Undergraduate, Postgraduate
Must be enrolled in relevant courses.
Financial & Category
Important Note
For SC students admitted to IITs, IIMs, NITs, and other premier NAAC/NIRF institutions.
Selection Process
Selected based on academic merit rank in state/national level entrance examinations (JEE, NEET, CLAT, CAT, etc.) for admission into notified premier institutions
Restricted to SC category with a parental income of up to ₹8.0 Lakhs per annum.
Renewal Policy
Requires passing the previous year's exams, maintaining satisfactory conduct, regular attendance as per institute guidelines, and submitting the renewal application online on the NSP portal.
Application Process
- 1
Admission to premier institute
- 2
Register on NSP
- 3
Select Top Class SC scheme
- 4
Verification by Institute
- 5
Payment through DBT
Documents Required
Important Dates
Application Deadline
15 December 2025
Applications annually via NSP
Dates are subject to change as per the provider's official notification. Applicants are encouraged to apply well before the closing date.
Scholarship Quick Facts
Common Questions (FAQs)
Q.What is the family income limit for the SC Top Class Education Scheme?
The total annual family income of the candidate from all sources must not exceed ₹8.00 Lakhs.
Q.What is the maximum tuition fee reimbursement for private institutions?
For private sector notified institutions, the tuition fee reimbursement is capped at a maximum of ₹2,00,000 (₹2 Lakhs) per annum per student.
Q.Can two siblings from the same family avail of the SC Top Class Scholarship?
Yes, a maximum of two siblings from the same family are eligible to receive the scholarship under this scheme.
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