Sarkari Yojana

National Scholarship For Post Graduate Studies

Quick Summary: NSPG gives economically weaker but meritorious students Rs.15,000 a month, for 10 months a year, to fund their first, full-time postgraduate degree, provided they are under 30.

About National Scholarship For Post Graduate Studies

Set up by the Ministry of Education, Government of India, the National Scholarship for Post-Graduate Studies (NSPG) was originally launched to fund meritorious students from economically weaker backgrounds so they could pursue postgraduate studies in India.

Scheme Overview

Government Level

Central Government

Ministry

Ministry of Education

Eligible Entity

Individual

Launch / Open Date

01 Jan 2021

Scheme Details

Eligibility

Eligibility Requirements

To qualify for National Scholarship For Post Graduate Studies, applicants must satisfy the following conditions:

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The applicant must be pursuing their first postgraduate…

The applicant must be pursuing their first postgraduate degree.

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Anyone who has already completed a postgraduate degree…

Anyone who has already completed a postgraduate degree cannot apply.

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The applicant must be in the first year…

The applicant must be in the first year of the postgraduate programme.

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The applicant must be under 30

The applicant must be under 30.

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The applicant must be enrolled full-time

The applicant must be enrolled full-time.

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The applicant must be pursuing a recognised postgraduate…

The applicant must be pursuing a recognised postgraduate degree programme.

Applicants must meet all of the above conditions to be considered eligible for this scheme.
Benefits

Benefits Provided

National Scholarship For Post Graduate Studies provides the following benefits to eligible applicants:

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The scholarship pays ₹15,000/- a month, for…

The scholarship pays ₹15,000/- a month, for 10 months of the year.

Benefit amounts and conditions may vary by category — refer to the official scheme guidelines for exact figures applicable to your case.
Documents Required

Documents Required

Applicants should keep the following documents ready before starting the application:

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Mark sheets and certificates from class IX onwards,…

Mark sheets and certificates from class IX onwards, as attested copies.

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An attested copy of the letter granting provisional…

An attested copy of the letter granting provisional or final admission to the PG course.

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A document proving identity, such as an Aadhaar…

A document proving identity, such as an Aadhaar card, Voter ID card, Passport, PAN Card, or Driving License.

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Particulars of the student's bank account

Particulars of the student's bank account.

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Two passport size photographs taken recently

Two passport size photographs taken recently.

Ensure all documents are valid and, where required, duly attested before submitting your application.
Important Dates

2021-01-01

How to Apply

Online Application

Applicants can apply for National Scholarship For Post Graduate Studies through the online application process outlined below.

New Registration :

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Go to the New Registration page of the…

Go to the New Registration page of the National Scholarships Portal.

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The Registration Guidelines appear; scroll down, read the…

The Registration Guidelines appear; scroll down, read the undertaking carefully, accept the Terms, and click "Next".

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On the next screen, enter your mobile number…

On the next screen, enter your mobile number and the OTP received, then click "Verify".

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Once verified, proceed with the e-KYC process, where…

Once verified, proceed with the e-KYC process, where applicable.

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A reference number is then generated and sent…

A reference number is then generated and sent to your registered phone number. Process for OTR ID Number Generation :

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Install the AadhaarFaceRD service on your Android device

Install the AadhaarFaceRD service on your Android device.

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Install the NSP OTR App from the Google…

Install the NSP OTR App from the Google Play Store.

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Open the app and choose the "eKYC with…

Open the app and choose the "eKYC with FaceAuth" option, shown in red.

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Enter your reference number and tap "Send OTP"…

Enter your reference number and tap "Send OTP" to get an OTP on your mobile.

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Enter the OTP received along with the captcha…

Enter the OTP received along with the captcha shown, then click Next.

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Tap "Proceed for Face Authentication", the button shown…

Tap "Proceed for Face Authentication", the button shown in red.

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This calls up UIDAI's AadhaarFaceRD service for face…

This calls up UIDAI's AadhaarFaceRD service for face authentication, so make sure AadhaarFaceRD is already installed on your device.

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Once face authentication succeeds, your OTR number is…

Once face authentication succeeds, your OTR number is generated and sent to your registered mobile number. Fresh Application :

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Go to the applicant Login page of the…

Go to the applicant Login page of the National Scholarships Portal and enter your One Time Registration (OTR) number and password.

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Enter the Captcha and click "Login"

Enter the Captcha and click "Login".

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Enter the OTP sent to your registered mobile…

Enter the OTP sent to your registered mobile number on the next screen, which leads to the Password Reset screen; set and confirm a new password.

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Click "Submit" to reach the "Applicant's Dashboard"

Click "Submit" to reach the "Applicant's Dashboard".

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Click "Application Form" on the left panel (fields…

Click "Application Form" on the left panel (fields marked * are compulsory), fill in the details, and upload the documents.

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Click "Save as Draft" to finish later, or…

Click "Save as Draft" to finish later, or "Final Submit" to submit the application now. Track Payment Status : Students can track their payment status via the "Know Your Payment" template on the Public Financial Management System (PFMS) Portal, using their Aadhaar Number, Bank Account number, or NSP Application ID. NOTE 1: The National Scholarships Portal announces the portal's opening and closing timelines. NOTE 2: Online applications go through two verification levels -- first by the student's Institute, then by the concerned State Higher Education Department or another Agency/Official the State nominates as its State Nodal Agency (for both fresh and renewal applicants). NOTE 3: A delay in renewal or verification won't permanently debar a student from the scholarship, but renewal applications must still be submitted by the cut-off date -- missing it means no renewal for that year.

Ensure all required documents are ready before starting the application process.

Official Application & Website

Verify the latest eligibility, dates and instructions before applying.

Official Sources & References