Nagaland State Disability Scholarship for Class I to VIII
Department of Social Welfare, Government of Nagaland · Nagaland
| Scheme Name | Nagaland State Disability Scholarship for Class I to VIII |
| Provided By | Department of Social Welfare, Government of Nagaland |
| Eligibility Summary | Class 1-8 · Nagaland residents · Family income up to ₹2.5 Lakh/year |
About the Program
This scholarship offers financial aid to students with disabilities (Class 1-8) who are permanent residents of Nagaland. It supports their education with monthly financial assistance.
Benefits & Financial Support
₹2k+
A minimum of ₹200 per month, which may vary by class or budget allocation, totalling a minimum of ₹2400 annually.
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Financial assistance to support and encourage inclusive education for students with benchmark disabilities, aiming to reduce dropout rates and promote equal learning opportunities
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The scholarship amount is directly transferred to the students' bank accounts.
Eligibility Criteria & Income Limit
| Education Level | Class 1-8 |
| Course / Stream | Relevant courses |
| Income Limit | Up to ₹2.5 Lakh/year |
| Category / Caste | All |
| Domicile State | Nagaland |
Mandatory Documents Checklist
- ✓Passport-size photograph
- ✓Aadhaar Card
- ✓Caste/community Certificate (if applicable)
- ✓Indigenous Inhabitant Certificate
- ✓Xerox copy of the Progress Report of the last class/year passed
- ✓Disability Certificate/UDID Card
- ✓Xerox copy of the front page of Bank Passbook
- ✓Original Income Certificate (Fresh applicants only) Annexure –I/Annexure - II issued in the current financial year
Selection Process
Recipients are selected based on the fulfillment of the eligibility criteria.
Renewal Policy
The scholarship is renewable annually for beneficiaries who have successfully passed their last examination by submitting a photocopy of their progress report during the application period.
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 Common Scholarship Portal of Nagaland at https://scholarship.nagaland.gov.in to register.
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Log in using your registered credentials.
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Fill in your user profile with accurate personal, address, and academic details.
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Select the 'State Disability Scholarship' scheme, your institution, institution state, and district, then proceed with the application.
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Upload all necessary documents as specified in the guidelines.
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Verify all entered information and submit your application.
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You can track your application status on the portal after submission.
Common Questions (FAQs)
Who is eligible for the Nagaland State Disability Scholarship?
The scholarship is for permanent residents of Nagaland with a benchmark disability of 40% or more, studying in Class I to Class VIII in an institution with a valid AISHE/UDISE code. The annual family income should not exceed ₹2.50 lakhs.
What is the scholarship amount provided?
Eligible students receive a minimum of ₹200 per month, which may vary depending on the class or budget allocation, totaling at least ₹2400 annually.
What documents are required for the application?
Applicants need a passport-size photograph, Aadhaar Card, Indigenous Inhabitant Certificate, Disability Certificate/UDID Card, Xerox copy of the last class's progress report, Xerox copy of the front page of their bank passbook, and an Original Income Certificate (for fresh applicants). Caste/community certificate is also required if applicable.
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