Central SchemeVerified for 2026
NEC Merit Scholarship Eligibility Criteria 2026
Qualifying Mark/Percent60% marks in previous class
Target Education LevelsDiploma, Undergraduate, Postgraduate, PhD
Eligible Caste/CategoriesGeneral, SC, ST, OBC
Gender LimitOpen to all (Boys and Girls)
Residency/Domicile Requirements
Must be a permanent resident of North Eastern Region
FAQs for NEC Merit Scholarship
Q.What is the eligibility criteria for NEC Merit Scholarship?
Permanent resident of North Eastern States (Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Sikkim, Tripura), minimum 60% marks in qualifying exam, family income not exceeding Rs. 8 lakh per annum, pursuing Diploma/Degree/PG/M.Phil/PhD in recognized institutions.[1][2]
Q.What are the scholarship amounts?
Rs. 20,000 per year for Diploma, Rs. 22,000 for Degree, Rs. 25,000 for Post Graduate, Rs. 30,000 for M.Phil/PhD.[1][2]
Q.How to apply for the scholarship?
Apply online through National Scholarship Portal (NSP). Required documents include PRC, 10th/12th marksheets, income proof, Aadhaar, bank details.[1][2]
Supporting Guides
Official Support
WebsiteOfficial Portal
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