About the Scheme
NSP Financial Assistance for Education to the Wards of Beedi/Cine/Iomc/Lsdm, Post-Matric 2026-27 is an opportunity provided by the Ministry of Labour and Employment, Government of India, to provide financial help to students from Class 11 to postgraduate level to continue their education at any government institution or university. These students must be children of workers in the Beedi, Cine, Iron Ore Mines, Manganese Ore & Chrome Ore Mines, Limestone & Dolomite Mines, or Mica Mines sectors. The main aim of this scheme is to prevent children from working in hazardous industries. Selected candidates will receive financial assistance up to ₹25,000 per annum.
At a Glance
At a GlanceCentral Government scheme for the 2026-27 academic year. Partially funded; applications are online only.
- Scholarship
- Undergraduate
- Postgraduate
- School
- Diploma
- Means based (low family income)
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible, an applicant must be an Indian national, be enrolled in a regular course of General or Technical education (including Medical, Engineering, and Agricultural studies) at a government-recognised institution, be a child of a Beedi, Iron Ore, Manganese, Chrome Ore, Limestone, or Dolomite Mines worker, or a Cine worker with at least six months of service, have passed the last qualifying examination on the first attempt, have an annual family income in the following way (For Mine supervisory and managerial employees and Beedi workers: not exceeding ₹10,000 per month, For cine workers: not exceeding ₹8,000 per month), and The following students are ineligible for the scholarship (Students who change their major (e.g., B.Sc. after B.Com., B.Com. after B.A., or M.A. in one subject after an M.A. in another) are not eligible, Students who change their professional line of education (e.g., L.L.B. after B.T. or B.Ed.) are also not eligible, Scholars pursuing studies through correspondence).
Admissions & Course Track
Diploma, Postgraduate, Post-Matric (Class 11–12), Professional courses and Undergraduate students in Class 11–12 studying Engineering & Technology, Medicine & Health Sciences, Business & Management, Natural Sciences, Education and Social Sciences & Humanities.
Nationality
Open to Indian nationals.
Award Benefits & Structure
The award is paid once a year.
Up to ₹25,000 per annum
Annual payment, partially funded.
Additional Benefits
B.Sc
Mandatory Document Checklist
Keep clear scanned copies of these ready before you begin your application.
- Essential
Passport
A valid passport — scan the bio-data page.
- Essential
Bank Passbook / Cancelled Cheque
Showing the beneficiary's name, account number and IFSC code.
- Essential
Marksheets
Marksheets of the qualifying examinations, validating merit.
- Essential
Income Certificate
Issued by the competent revenue authority (Tehsildar / SDO).
Selection Procedure & Key Timeline
The candidate will be selected based on the percentage obtained by the candidates in the qualifying exam and the parents’/guardians’ annual income.
Application Registration Opens
The online application opens.
Application Deadline
(Active)Last day to submit your application and supporting documents.
How to Apply
Applications for this scheme are online. Follow these steps in order.
Check Eligibility
Review all eligibility criteria, required documents, and deadline to ensure you qualify.
Register or Sign In
Click the 'Apply Now' button to log in to your GetScholify account, or sign up if you are a new student.
Fill Application Details
Enter your personal, educational, and family income details accurately in the online application form.
Upload Required Documents
Upload clear scanned copies of all required documents (identity proof, academic transcripts, income certificate, etc.).
Review & Submit
Verify all details entered, accept declarations, and submit your application before the deadline.
About the Provider
Ministry of Labour & Employment, Government of India
Government
The Ministry of Labour and Employment, Government of India is offering this opportunity.
helpdesk@nsp.gov.in
(0120) 6619540Frequently Asked Questions
The NSP Financial Assistance for Education to the Wards of Beedi/Cine/Iomc/Lsdm, Post-Matric 2026-27 is a central government scholarship offered by Ministry of Labour & Employment, Government of India for the 2026-27 academic year. Class 11, 12, diploma, UG and PG degree students
To be eligible, an applicant must be an Indian national, be enrolled in a regular course of General or Technical education (including Medical, Engineering, and Agricultural studies) at a government-recognised institution, be a child of a Beedi, Iron Ore, Manganese, Chrome Ore, Limestone, or Dolomite Mines worker, or a Cine worker with at least six months of service, have passed the last qualifying examination on the first attempt, have an annual family income in the following way (For Mine supervisory and managerial employees and Beedi workers: not exceeding ₹10,000 per month, For cine workers: not exceeding ₹8,000 per month), and The following students are ineligible for the scholarship (Students who change their major (e.g., B.Sc. after B.Com., B.Com. after B.A., or M.A. in one subject after an M.A. in another) are not eligible, Students who change their professional line of education (e.g., L.L.B. after B.T. or B.Ed.) are also not eligible, Scholars pursuing studies through correspondence).
The award is Up to ₹25,000 per annum. It is partially funded.
Applications open on 1 June 2026. The last date to apply is 31 October 2026.
You need Passport, Bank Passbook / Cancelled Cheque, Marksheets and Income Certificate.
Applications are online. 1. Check Eligibility. 2. Register or Sign In. 3. Fill Application Details. 4. Upload Required Documents. 5. Review & Submit.
The candidate will be selected based on the percentage obtained by the candidates in the qualifying exam and the parents’/guardians’ annual income.
