government ScholarshipVerified for 2026

Pre-Matric Scholarship for SC/ST Students (Class 9-10) (HP)

Department of Education, Government of India & Directorate of Education Himachal Pradesh
Himachal Pradesh
Deadline: 31 Aug 2026

About the Program

Get HP Pre-Matric SC/ST Scholarship 2026 eligibility criteria, annual benefits, required documents checklist, and NSP online registration guidelines.

Benefits & Financial Support

Total scholarship amount
₹7k+

Provides monthly stipend and ad-hoc book grants. Day scholars receive approx. ₹3,500 per year, and hostellers receive up to ₹7,000 per year.

Inclusions

Annual book grants and monthly maintenance allowance for 10 months.

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

Class 9, Class 10

Must be enrolled in relevant courses.

Financial & Category

Income LimitUp to ₹2.5 Lakh/year
Applicable CategorySC/ST

Important Note

Must be a regular student in a government or recognized private school.

Selection Process

Eligibility-based verification.

Renewal Policy

Passing to the next grade (Class 10) with satisfactory attendance.

Application Process

  • 1

    Visit the National Scholarship Portal (NSP).

  • 2

    Register and generate an OTR ID.

  • 3

    Log in and select 'Pre-Matric Scholarship for SC/ST Students (Class 9-10) - Himachal Pradesh'.

  • 4

    Complete all forms and upload the required certificates (income, caste, bonafide).

  • 5

    Submit and take a printout for school submission.

Documents Required

Aadhaar Card
Bonafide Himachali Certificate
Caste Certificate (SC/ST) issued by Tehsildar
Income Certificate (family income under ₹2.5 Lakh)
Previous year marksheet
Recent Passport-size Photograph
Bank Passbook linked to Aadhaar

Important Dates

Application Deadline

31 August 2026

The application deadline is typically August 31st for the academic cycle.

Dates are subject to change as per the provider's official notification. Applicants are encouraged to apply well before the closing date.

Scholarship Quick Facts

Provider Typegovernment
Education LevelClass 9, Class 10
Application ModeOnline
State/RegionHimachal Pradesh
Income Limit₹2.5L/yr
Last Verified2026

Common Questions (FAQs)

Q.What is the family income limit for HP Pre-Matric SC/ST scholarship?

The annual family income of the parents or guardians must not exceed ₹2.50 Lakh from all sources.

Q.Who can apply for this Pre-Matric scheme in Himachal Pradesh?

Regular students of Class 9 and 10 who are bonafide residents of HP and belong to SC or ST categories can apply.

Q.How is the scholarship amount disbursed?

The scholarship is paid directly into the student's Aadhaar-linked bank account through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).

Help & Contact Support

Official Support

Helplinehelpdesk@nsp.gov.in, 0177-2656622

Need Application Help?

If you have trouble applying, you can check your eligibility or browse our step-by-step application guides.

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StatusActive - 2026
Last Verified10/7/2026
Apply ModeOnline

Official Help

Helplinehelpdesk@nsp.gov.in, 0177-2656622