Government Scholarship · Undergraduate, Postgraduate, PhD

Lakshadweep Scholarship Scheme

Q: Who is eligible for the Lakshadweep Scholarship Scheme?

To be eligible, you must be a bona fide native and permanent resident of the Lakshadweep Islands. This means either you and both parents were born in Lakshadweep, or at least one parent is an Islander and resides in the islands. You must be pursuing studies in a recognized educational institution in India, including courses on the mainland if they are not available in Lakshadweep. It is mandatory to secure pass marks in the relevant qualifying examinations. For the 2025-26 academic year, the annual family income generally should not exceed INR 2 lakhs. Additionally, students cannot be simultaneously receiving any other scholarship for the same course of study.

Q: How is the scholarship amount disbursed, and what is the role of Aadhaar seeding?

The scholarship funds, comprising monthly stipends and annual lump sum grants, are disbursed directly into the student's bank account through the Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) system. For seamless and secure payment, it is crucial that your bank account is linked (Aadhaar-seeded) with your Aadhaar number. If your bank account is not Aadhaar-seeded, you may not receive the scholarship amount, and it is advised to complete this process immediately.

Q: What are the conditions for renewing the Lakshadweep Scholarship annually?

The scholarship is renewable on an annual basis, provided the student demonstrates satisfactory academic progress and maintains regular attendance. For renewal, the Head of the institution where the scholar is studying must submit an annual progress report. If a student passes a university examination and secures admission into the next higher class (e.g., a bachelor's to master's degree or higher professional courses), the scholarship will continue from the date of admission into that higher class.

Education Dept, Lakshadweep · Lakshadweep

Annual Award₹5.0 Lakh+

Deadline31 Oct

Scheme Name	Lakshadweep Scholarship Scheme
Provided By	Education Dept, Lakshadweep
Eligibility Summary	Class 11-12, Graduation, Engineering (< ₹8L Income)

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About the Program

Lakshadweep Scholarship Scheme provides massive financial assistance including stipends and fee coverage for students of Lakshadweep pursuing higher education anywhere in India.

Benefits & Financial Support

₹5.0 Lakh+

The scholarship provides monthly stipends and annual lump sum grants, varying by course level. For Pre-degree/Post-matric Certificate/Diploma/Degree courses (Arts, Science, Commerce, B.Ed., LLB etc.), students receive ₹1,800 monthly and a ₹1,500 lump sum. Post-Graduate courses (Arts, Science, Commerce, Law etc.) offer ₹2,100 monthly and a ₹1,800 lump sum. For professional courses like MBBS, BDS, Engineering Degree, MBA, BVSc, BSc(Agriculture) etc., the monthly scholarship is ₹2,100 with a ₹3,600 lump sum. Post Graduate courses in Medicine, Engineering, Veterinary Science, Agriculture etc. and Research Studies (Ph.D.) receive ₹3,000 monthly and a ₹9,000 lump sum. School-level scholarships include ₹1,200 monthly for high school, ₹600 for primary (Class 1-VIII), and ₹200 for secondary (Class VIII-X). Additional rates apply for Plus Two and High School students staying outside hostels due to lack of accommodation on their native islands, ranging from ₹450 to ₹750 monthly. All scholarship funds are disbursed directly to Aadhaar-linked bank accounts via Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).

Stipend up to ₹3,000/month.

Note: High value stipend scheme for island students.

Eligibility Criteria & Income Limit

Education Level	Undergraduate, Postgraduate, PhD
Course / Stream	Relevant courses
Income Limit	Up to ₹2.0 Lakh/year
Category / Caste	ST
Domicile State	Lakshadweep

Mandatory Documents Checklist

✓Aadhaar
✓Domicile (Lakshadweep)
✓ST Certificate
✓Income Certificate
✓Marksheets

Selection Process

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Candidates are selected based on academic merit as reflected in their performance in specific qualifying examinations, such as Class VII, Matriculation, Higher Secondary, Pre-Professional, or First Degree examinations (e.g., B.A., B.Sc., B.Com., B.Sc. (Agri))
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Students must secure pass marks in the relevant examinations
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The scheme is strictly for bona fide natives of Lakshadweep Islands
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the student and both parents must be born in Lakshadweep, or at least one parent must be an Islander, and the student and Islander parent must reside in the Islands
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Applicants must be pursuing studies in recognized institutions in India
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For the academic year 2025-26, the annual family income of the applicant must not exceed INR 2 lakhs, though some sources indicate no income limit for the broader scheme
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Students already receiving other scholarships for the same course are not eligible.

Renewal Policy

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The scholarship is renewable annually, subject to the scholar's satisfactory academic progress and regular attendance
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An annual progress report from the Head of the institution where the scholar is studying is required for renewal
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For students advancing to the next higher class (e.g., B.A./B.Sc./M.A./M.Sc. or professional courses) after passing university examinations, the scholarship payment continues from the date of admission to the higher class.

How to Apply Online

Applications are submitted online via Online. Complete eKYC, upload scanned documents, and submit before the closing date.

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Visit the Official Portal
Go to the National Scholarship Portal (NSP) website: scholarships.gov.in. **
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Registration (New Applicants)
* Click on 'New Registration' under the 'Applicant Corner'. * Read the instructions and guidelines carefully, then tick the checkbox to provide an undertaking and click 'Continue'. * Register using your functional mobile number (for OTP verification) and obtain a Registration ID. * Complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) process. This may involve downloading the OTR mobile application for face authentication. **
3
Login
* For fresh applications, click on 'Fresh Application' under 'Applicant Corner'. For renewals, click on 'Renewal Application'. * Log in using your Application ID and password. **
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Select Scholarship & Fill Form
* Select the 'Lakshadweep Scholarship Scheme'. * Fill out the application form accurately with all required personal, academic, and bank details. **
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Upload Documents
Upload scanned copies of the necessary documents. These typically include: * Domicile Certificate * Income Certificate (if applicable, for those with family income up to INR 2 Lakhs) * Caste Certificate (if applicable) * Educational Certificates/Mark Sheets of previous examinations * Aadhaar Card/Enrollment ID * Student's Bank Passbook (Aadhaar-linked, with IFSC code) * Passport-size Photograph **
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Submit Application
Review all entered information and uploaded documents before submitting the application. **
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Track Application Status
You can track the real-time status and monitor progress of your application on the NSP portal after submission.

Common Questions (FAQs)

Who is eligible for the Lakshadweep Scholarship Scheme?

To be eligible, you must be a bona fide native and permanent resident of the Lakshadweep Islands. This means either you and both parents were born in Lakshadweep, or at least one parent is an Islander and resides in the islands. You must be pursuing studies in a recognized educational institution in India, including courses on the mainland if they are not available in Lakshadweep. It is mandatory to secure pass marks in the relevant qualifying examinations. For the 2025-26 academic year, the annual family income generally should not exceed INR 2 lakhs. Additionally, students cannot be simultaneously receiving any other scholarship for the same course of study.

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