NSP Central Sector Scholarship of Top Class Education for SC Students 2026-27

NSP Central Sector Scholarship of Top Class Education for SC Students 2026-27 is an initiative of the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of India, for SC students pursuing or admitted to undergraduate or postgraduate studies in any discipline. The scheme recognises and promotes quality education beyond Class 12 among Scheduled Caste (SC) students. Selected candidates will receive an academic allowance of ₹86,000 in the first year of study & ₹41,000 in every subsequent year to cover other expenses.

• Scholarship
• Diploma
• Undergraduate
• Postgraduate
• Means based (low family income)

• To be eligible, an applicant must:- • belong to the Scheduled Caste (SC) category • have passed the Class 12 examination with a minimum of 60% marks • have secured admission to a recognised college or university in India to pursue a full-time undergraduate or postgraduate degree • have an annual income of less than ₹8,00,000 from all sources

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  Admissions & Course Track

  Diploma, Post-Matric (Class 11–12), Professional courses and Undergraduate students in Class 12 studying Engineering & Technology.

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  Nationality

  Open to Indian nationals.

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  Social Category

  Open to Scheduled Caste (SC) candidates.

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  Annual Family Income Threshold

  Gross annual family income must not exceed ₹8,00,000 (₹8 lakh) per annum.

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  Academic Standing

  Minimum 60% aggregate marks in the qualifying examination.

The award is paid once a year through Direct bank transfer.

Tuition

Full tuition

Additional Benefits

the following:- Full tuition fee and non-refundable charges: A ceiling of ₹2,00,000 per annum per student applies to private sector institutions

Keep clear scanned copies of these ready before you begin your application.

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  Caste Certificate

  Issued by the competent authority in your state.

  Essential
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  Income Certificate

  Issued by the competent revenue authority (Tehsildar / SDO).

  Up to ₹8 lakh
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  Bank Passbook / Cancelled Cheque

  Showing the beneficiary's name, account number and IFSC code.

  Essential
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  Marksheets

  Marksheets of the qualifying examinations, validating merit.

  Essential

The candidates will be selected based on the fulfilment of eligibility criteria.

1. 1

   Application Registration Opens

   2 June 2025

   The online application opens.

2. 2

   Application Deadline

   31 October 2026(Active)

   Last day to submit your application and supporting documents.

Applications for this scheme are online. Follow these steps in order.

Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of India

Government

Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of India is offering this scholarship.