Government Scholarship · Class 11, Class 12, Undergraduate, Postgraduate

Nagaland State Merit Scholarship

Q: What is the minimum percentage required to be eligible for the Nagaland State Merit Scholarship?

To be eligible, a minimum of 80% is required in the last qualifying examination for fresh applications and renewal in various courses such as diploma and undergraduate studies. For B.Ed. and postgraduate courses, a minimum of 70% is required.

Q: How will I receive the scholarship amount, and what happens if my bank account details are incorrect?

The scholarship amount is disbursed via Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) to Aadhaar-seeded bank accounts. It is crucial that your bank account is active, in your name (or joint with the applicant's name first for minors), and correctly linked to your Aadhaar. The Department is not responsible for non-receipt of the scholarship due to incorrect or inactive bank account information, and inaccurate details may lead to the rejection of scholarship payments.

Q: Can I apply for the Nagaland State Merit Scholarship if I am already receiving another scholarship or am employed?

No, applicants must not be beneficiaries of any other scholarship scheme and must not be employees of any government or semi-government establishment. Students who have failed in their last examination or have already received this scholarship for a course at the same level are also not eligible.

Higher Education Dept, Nagaland · Nagaland

Annual Award₹30k+

Deadline31 Oct

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

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About the Program

The Nagaland State Merit Scholarship is awarded to meritorious students of the state to encourage higher studies among indigenous tribes.

Benefits & Financial Support

₹30k+

The Nagaland State Merit Scholarship provides financial assistance to cover tuition fees and other expenses for selected meritorious students. The scholarship amount is disbursed either monthly or yearly via Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) to Aadhaar-seeded bank accounts. It is mandatory for applicants to have their bank account linked to their Aadhaar number (Aadhaar seeding), and the bank account must be in the applicant's name. For minors, a joint account where the applicant's name appears first in the passbook is acceptable. Discrepancies in Aadhaar or bank details may lead to rejection of scholarship payments.

Merit stipend for toppers.

Note: Minimum 80% marks required. Must be an indigenous Naga student.

Eligibility Criteria & Income Limit

Education Level	Class 11, Class 12, Undergraduate, Postgraduate
Course / Stream	Relevant courses
Minimum Marks	70%
Income Limit	No income bar
Category / Caste	ST
Domicile State	Nagaland

Mandatory Documents Checklist

✓Aadhaar
✓Domicile
✓ST Certificate
✓Marksheets
✓Bonafide

Selection Process

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Selection for the Nagaland State Merit Scholarship is based purely on academic merit and is subject to the availability of funds
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Preference is given to candidates with the highest scores in their respective categories (Class 10, 12, Undergraduate, Postgraduate)
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The application process involves online submission, followed by primary verification by the Institution Nodal Officer (INO) at the respective educational institution
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After institutional verification, the applications undergo further verification at the State/Department level for final approval and disbursement processing.

Renewal Policy

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Renewal of the Nagaland State Merit Scholarship is not automatic
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students must reapply each academic year
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To be eligible for renewal, applicants must be previous beneficiaries who have passed their last examination with the specified qualifying percentage and are continuing in the same course
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The required minimum percentage for renewal is typically 80% for Class XII and diploma students, and 70% for bachelor's and postgraduate levels
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Students who have changed their course level since the previous year must apply as fresh candidates
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Documents required for renewal include self-attested copies of all mark sheets for the last examination
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(s) passed (merged into a single file), the original Part B Form (for students studying outside Nagaland), a Hosteller Certificate (if applicable), a photocopy of the admission receipt, a photocopy of the front page of the bank passbook, and a photocopy of the Aadhaar card.

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 Common Scholarship Portal of Nagaland: `https://scholarship.nagaland.gov.in`.
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Registration
On the homepage, locate and click the 'Register' button. Fill in the required registration details accurately, including your Name, Gender, Aadhaar number, Mobile Number, Email-Id, and create a Password. Complete the registration process by entering the verification code. It is advised to register on DigiLocker before registering on this portal, as Aadhaar Authentication is mandatory and done using DigiLocker.
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Login
If you are an existing user or after successful registration, log in using your registered email/mobile number/Email ID and password.
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Application Form
Select the 'State Merit Scholarship' scheme. Carefully fill out all the necessary details in the online application form.
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Document Upload
Upload the required documents as specified. For fresh applications, these generally include attested photocopies of Class 10 mark sheet, mark sheets of the last qualifying examination, Scheduled Tribe (ST) and Indigenous certificates, admission receipt, school/college/university Registration/Affiliation certificate, front page of the bank passbook, and Aadhaar card. For renewal applications, self-attested copies of all mark sheets for the last examination(s) passed (merged into a single file), Original Part B Form (for students studying outside Nagaland), Hosteller Certificate (if applicable), photocopy of admission receipt, front page of the bank passbook, and Aadhaar card are needed. Ensure all digital scans are clear and readable to avoid rejection.
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Review and Submit
Thoroughly review your entire application for any errors or discrepancies. Once satisfied, click the 'Submit' button for final submission. It is recommended to take a printout of the submitted application.
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Institutional Verification
Students studying within Nagaland must submit the printout of the online submitted form along with the required documents to their respective institution for verification by the Institution Nodal Officer (INO). Students studying outside Nagaland should send the printout of the online submitted form and necessary documents via speed post/hand post to the Scholarship Section, Directorate of Higher Education, Below New Secretariat Complex, Nagaland, Kohima-797001.
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Status Tracking
Regularly monitor your online dashboard on the Common Scholarship Portal to track the official verification status of your application. The verification chain starts with your educational institute, followed by a final review by the department. Important Dates for Academic Session 2025-26: * Student Registration: July 7, 2025 – September 30, 2025. * Institute Verification: Up to October 31, 2025. * Correction of Defective Applications: Up to November 15, 2025. * State Verification: Up to November 30, 2025. * For the 2026-27 academic session, applications are announced to begin from July 1.

Common Questions (FAQs)

What is the minimum percentage required to be eligible for the Nagaland State Merit Scholarship?

To be eligible, a minimum of 80% is required in the last qualifying examination for fresh applications and renewal in various courses such as diploma and undergraduate studies. For B.Ed. and postgraduate courses, a minimum of 70% is required.

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