NSP One-Time Registration (OTR) Scheme 2026-27
Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) · All India
| Scheme Name | NSP One-Time Registration (OTR) Scheme 2026-27 |
| Provided By | Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) |
| Eligibility Summary | Class 11-12, Graduation, Engineering (< ₹8L Income) |
There are multiple versions of this scheme — check if one of these fits you better:
About the Program
NSP One-Time Registration (OTR) 2026-27 guide: How to create OTR ID via Face RD app, eligibility, and Central scheme guidelines.
Benefits & Financial Support
₹75k+
Varies by chosen Central/UGC/AICTE scheme under NSP 2.0 portal.
Single unified OTR ID for applying across 50+ Central and State Ministry scholarship schemes.
Note: Aadhaar Mobile linking required for instant OTP verification.
Eligibility Criteria & Income Limit
| Education Level | School, Undergraduate, Postgraduate |
| Course / Stream | All Streams |
| Income Limit | Up to ₹NaN Lakh/year |
| Category / Caste | All |
| Domicile State | All India |
Mandatory Documents Checklist
- ✓Aadhaar Card
- ✓Mobile Number
- ✓Face Authentication App (NSP OTR App)
- ✓Bank Account details
Selection Process
Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) upon scheme verification by State Nodal Officer.
Renewal Policy
Automatic OTR profile migration for renewal applicants.
How to Apply Online
Applications are submitted online via Online via scholarships.gov.in or NSP OTR App. Complete eKYC, upload scanned documents, and submit before the closing date.
- 1
Download NSP OTR App
- 2
Perform Aadhaar Face Authentication
- 3
Generate 14-digit OTR ID to apply for schemes.
Common Questions (FAQs)
Is NSP OTR mandatory for 2026-27 applications?
Yes, 14-digit NSP OTR ID is required for all new and renewal applications on National Scholarship Portal.
How to complete Face Authentication for NSP OTR?
Download the official NSP OTR App and Aadhaar FaceRD app from Google Play Store.
Can I apply without Aadhaar?
EID (Enrollment ID) or Institute verification certificate can be used if Aadhaar is pending.
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