National Scholarship Portal has been developed to grant various scholarships across India to underprivileged meritorious students. All the deserving students who cannot afford the high cost of education can now avail the benefits of the scholarships under a single integrated online platform called NSP (National Scholarship Portal). The government allows ample opportunities for the students to continue with their studies. Ranging from class 1 to PhD, NSP extends over 100 scholarships schemes to exemplary students.
Read the article below to gather all the information regarding NSP, National Scholarship Portal. Here, we have included the objectives and benefits of the NSP portal along with the various services provided. Check the procedures to Log in to the NSP portal, how to apply for a scholarship through the NSP portal, Apply for Renewal 2022. Also, view the last dates for the online application of each scholarship on the National Scholarship portal.
Key points of NSP 2022
| Name | NSP- National Scholarship Portal |
| Authority | Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, Government of India |
| Objective | Online single platform for scholarships |
| Beneficiaries | Students belonging to impoverished households |
| Academic Year | 2021-2022 |
| Last Date to Apply | Check below |
| Mode of Registration | Online |
| Official Website | scholarships.gov.in |
Objectives of National Scholarship Portal
The National Scholarship Portal envisioned providing a SMART system for effective execution and implementation of the scheme across the nation.
– Simplified
– Mission-Oriented
– Accountable
– Responsive
– Transparent
With an aim to digitalize, NSP Portal provides multiple e-services to the students and institutes ranging from the application to the allocation of the funds. Some of the major objectives of the portal are enlisted below.
- The portal will provide an integrated online platform for numerous scholarship schemes by Central and State Governments.
- All the data will be stored in a centralized database.
- Monitor every level of scholarship implementation.
- There will be lesser chances of duplication of the same data in the system.
- Effective management of scholarships and related norms.
Benefits of NSP
- NSP provides easy access to information on all scholarships of India under a single platform.
- Interested students can apply for scholarships through this portal.
- Improvement in the transparency of the system.
- A standard portal, accessible by students, institutes and government.
- Monitor every single level of implementation of scholarship disbursement.
- As a DSS- Decision Support System for Ministries and Departments, all the latest and updated information will be available on the portal.
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How can I apply for the scholarship on NSP scholarships.gov.in?
National Scholarship Portal provides you access to numerous scholarships at central, UGC/ AICTE and state levels. You can apply for these scholarships through one portal only. To apply for any scholarship through NSP online, follow the procedure described below.
Stage I:- New Registration
Step I:- First of all, go to the official website of the National Scholarship Portal. You will see the following homepage on the screen. Click on the “New Registration” option.
Step II:- A new page will open containing all the important Guidelines for Registration for NSP. Read all the guidelines attentively. Tick all the checkboxes available at the end of the page. Tap the “Continue” button.
Step III:- Feed all the required details for registration, such as your personal details, bank account details, type of scholarship, etc. After that, click on the “Register” button at the end.
Step IV:- An OTP will be forwarded to your mobile number for verification. Enter the OTP and upon verification, you can move further in the process to apply for the scholarship.
Stage II: Log in and Apply
Step V:- Click on the “Login to Apply” option available on the menu bar.
Step VI:- Enter your Student Registration ID and password to proceed. Click on the “Login” button.
Step VII:- A new page will appear on the screen. Click on the “Application form”.
Step VIII:- Fill in all your necessary details, such as basic information, academic qualifications, and scholarship you are applying for.
Step IX:- In this step, the candidates need to upload the scanned images of the essential documents in the prescribed format. Click on the “Submit” button.
Step X:- Save a copy of the duly-filled application form for future purposes.
How can I Login to my NSP profile?
Upon successful registration, the applicants can login to their NSP accounts anytime to update their respective profiles, check their application status, change the password, etc. Follow the procedure below for NSP login
Step I:- Firstly, the registered candidates must visit the official website of the National Scholarship Portal. The following homepage will appear. On the top right, click on the “Login” icon as depicted in the picture below.
Step II:- On clicking on the Login drop-down arrow, a list will appear. Choose your desired option.
Step III:- Login to your NSP account by providing your Application ID and Password. Enter the captcha code as same as depicted.
Step IV:- Lastly, hit the “Login” button.
How to retrieve forgotten NSP Login Application ID?
(i) While logging in to the portal, click on the option of “Forgot Application ID?” beneath the Login button.
(ii) The portal provides you two options to recover your forgotten application ID. One by Bank account number and other being Registered mobile number.
(iii) Select your suitable option and proceed accordingly.
(iv) Your Application ID will be displayed on the screen.
(v) Preserve it for future references.
How can I recover my NSP Login Password?
(i) You can simply click on the “Forgot Password?” option during the process to log in.
(ii) Enter your Application ID and captcha code in the space provided.
(iii) Click on the “Next” button.
How to apply for Renewal of Scholarship on NSP login?
The applicants who have already claimed the scholarship must renew the NSP application after one year, esp. the degree students to continue the benefits of the scholarship. Here, in this section, you can check the procedure for the same.
Step I:- First of all, visit the official website of NSP. On the top menu bar, you will find the “Login” icon. Click on the drop-down arrow and then select the Renewal option accordingly.
Step II:- Log in using your previous year application ID and password. Write the exact captcha code in the available space and click on the “Login” button.
Step III:- An application form to renew the scholarship will appear on the screen. Fill in the application form correctly.
Step IV:- Click on the “Submit” button.
Check the Last Date to apply for the NSP Scholarships
The NSP offers over 100+ scholarships under different categories to meritorious and deserving candidates all over the country. Almost all levels of education are covered under these scholarships ranging from Class I to PhD level.
To apply for these scholarships, check the last date of online application under this section of the article.
A) Central Schemes
Central schemes are referred to as those schemes which are sponsored by the central government. Although the central government offers a major share, some of the funds are allocated by the state government as well. Check the list of the scholarships offered under this category.
Ministry of Minority Affairs
| Name of the Scholarship | Last Date to apply | Guidelines |
|---|---|---|
| Pre Matric Scholarship Scheme for Minorities | 15th Dec 2021 | Click |
| Post Matric Scholarship Scheme for Minorities | 15th Jan 2022 | Click |
| Merit cum Means Scholarship for Technical and Professional Courses | 15th Jan 2022 | Click |
| Begum Hazrat Mahal National Scholarship | 15th Dec 2021 | Click |
Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities
| Name of the Scholarship | Last Date to apply | Guidelines |
|---|---|---|
| Pre Matric Scholarship for Students with Disabilities | 31st Dec 2021 | Click |
| Post Matric Scholarship for Students with Disabilities | 15th Jan 2022 | Click |
| Scholarship for Top Class Education for Students with Disabilities | 15th Jan 2022 | Click |
Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment
| Name of the Scholarship | Last Date to apply | Guidelines |
|---|---|---|
| Top Class Education Scheme for SC students | 15th Jan 2022 | Click |
Ministry of Labour and Employment
| Name of the Scholarship | Last Date | Guidelines |
|---|---|---|
| Post-Matric Scholarship for the Wards of Beedi/Cine/IOMC/LSDM Workers | 15th Jan 2022 | Click |
| Pre-Matric Scholarship for the Wards of Beedi/Cine/IOMC/LSDM Workers | 15th Dec 2021 | Click |
Ministry of Tribal Affairs
| Name of the Scholarship | Last Date | Guidelines |
|---|---|---|
| National Fellowship and Scholarship for Higher Education of ST Students | 15th Jan 2022 | Click |
Department of School Education and Literacy
| Name of the Scholarship | Last Date to apply | Guidelines |
|---|---|---|
| National Means cum Merit Scholarship | 15th Jan 2022 | Click |
Department of Higher Education
| Name of the Scholarship | Last Date to apply | Guidelines |
|---|---|---|
| Scholarship for College and University Students (Central Sector Scheme) | 15th Jan 2022 | Click |
WARB, Ministry of Home Affairs
| Name of the Scholarship | Last Date to apply | Guidelines |
|---|---|---|
| Prime Minister Scholarship Scheme for CAPF and Assam Rifles | 15th Jan 2022 | Click |
| Prime Minister Scholarship Scheme for State Police Personnel | 15th Jan 2022 | Click |
RPF/ RP SF, Ministry of Railway
| Name of the Scholarship | Last Date to apply | Guidelines |
|---|---|---|
| Prime Minister Scholarship Scheme for RPF/ RP SF | 15th Jan 2022 | Click |
North Eastern Council, DoNER
| Name of the Scholarship | Last Date to apply | Guidelines |
|---|---|---|
| NEC Merit Scholarship for Higher Professional Courses | 15th Jan 2022 | Click |
B) UGC/AICETC Schemes
Under this category of schemes, all the schemes are offered by the University Grants Commission, MHRD and AICTE, i.e. All India Council for Technical Education. Check the list below.
MHRD- University Grants Commission
| Name of the Scholarship | Last Date | Guidelines |
|---|---|---|
| ISHAN UDAY – Special Scholarship Scheme For North Eastern Region | 15th Jan 2022 | Click |
| PG Indira Gandhi Scholarship for Single Girl Child | 15th Jan 2022 | Click |
| PG Scholarship for University Rank Holders | 15th Jan 2022 | Click |
| PG Scholarship Scheme for SC-ST students pursuing Professional Courses | 15th Jan 2022 | Click |
AICTE- All India Council for Technical Education
| Name of the Scholarship | Last Date | Guidelines |
|---|---|---|
| Pragati Scholarship Scheme for Girl Students for Technical Degree | 15th Jan 2022 | Click |
| Saksham Scholarship for Specially abled Students for Technical Degree | 15th Jan 2022 | Click |
| Pragati Scholarship Scheme for Girl Students for Technical Diploma | 15th Jan 2022 | Click |
| Saksham Scholarship for Specially abled Students for Technical Diploma | 15th Jan 2022 | Click |
| AICTE- Swanath Scholarship Scheme for Technical Diploma | 15th Jan 2022 | Click |
| AICTE- Swanath Scholarship Scheme for Technical Degree | 15th Jan 2022 | Click |
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C) State Schemes
The state schemes are completely funded by the state government, applicable only for the Domicile certificate holders of the state. It is mandatory to prove your nativity to a particular state in order to avail the benefits of the state schemes.
Assam
| Name of the Scholarship | Last Date to apply | Guidelines |
|---|---|---|
| Pre Matric Scholarship for SC students | 31st Dec 2021 | Click |
| Post Matric Scholarship for SC students | 31st Dec 2021 | Click |
| Pre Matric Scholarship for OBC students | 31st Dec 2021 | Click |
| Post Matric Scholarship for OBC students | 31st Dec 2021 | Click |
| Pre Matric Scholarship for ST students | 31st Dec 2021 | Click |
| Post Matric Scholarship for ST students | 31st Dec 2021 | Click |
Arunachal Pradesh
| Name of the Scholarship | Last Date to apply | Guidelines |
|---|---|---|
| Pre Matric Scholarship for ST Students (Umbrella Scheme for Education) | 31st Nov 2021 | Click |
| Post Matric Scholarship for ST Students (Umbrella Scheme for Education) | 25th Nov 2021 | Click |
| Scheme for Award of Stipend to the ST Students | 25th Nov 2021 | Click |
| APST Medical and Paramedical Stipend | 31st Jan 2021 | Click |
Andaman and Nicobar Islands
| Name of the Scholarship | Last Date | Guidelines |
|---|---|---|
| Pre Matric Scholarship for ST Students (Centrally Sponsored) | 20th Jan 2022 | Click |
| Post Matric Scholarship for ST Students (Centrally Sponsored) | 20th Jan 2022 | Click |
| Dr Ambedkar Post Matric Scholarship for EBC Students | 30th Nov 2021 | Click |
| Higher Studies Additional Scholarship for OBC students after 10th | 30th Nov 2021 | Click |
| Pre Matric Scholarship for OBC Students | 30th Nov 2021 | Click |
| Post Matric Scholarship for OBC Students | 30th Nov 2021 | Click |
| Higher Studies Additional Scholarship for ST students after 10th | 20th Jan 2022 | Click |
Chandigarh
| Name of the Scholarship | Last Date to apply | Guidelines |
|---|---|---|
| Post Matric Scholarship for SC Students | 31st Dec 2021 | Click |
| Post Matric Scholarship for Transgender Students | 31st Dec 2021 | Click |
| Post Matric Scholarship for OBC Students | 31st Dec 2021 | Click |
| Dr Ambedkar Post Matric Scholarship for EBC Students | 31st Dec 2021 | Click |
| Pre Matric Scholarship for SC Students | 15th Dec 2021 | Click |
| Pre Matric Scholarship for OBC Students | 15th Dec 2021 | Click |
Dadar and Nagar Haveli & Daman and Diu
| Name of the Scholarship | Last Date to apply | Guidelines |
|---|---|---|
| Pre Matric Scholarship for OBC Students – DNH | 15th Dec 2021 | Click |
| Post Matric Scholarship for OBC Students – DNHDD | 15th Dec 2021 | Click |
| Pre Matric Scholarship for SC Students – DNH | 15th Dec 2021 | Click |
| Post Matric Scholarship for SC Students – DNHDD | 15th Dec 2021 | Click |
| Pre Matric Scholarship for ST Students – DNH | 15th Dec 2021 | Click |
| Post Matric Scholarship for ST Students – DNHDD | 15th Dec 2021 | Click |
Goa
| Name of the Scholarship | Last Date to apply | Guidelines |
|---|---|---|
| Pre Matric Scholarship for ST Students (Centrally Sponsored) | 31st Jan 2021 | Click |
| Post Matric Scholarship for ST Students (Centrally Sponsored) | 31st Jan 2021 | Click |
Himachal Pradesh
| Name of the Scholarship | Last Date to apply | Guidelines |
|---|---|---|
| Pre Matric Scholarship for ST Students (Centrally Sponsored) | 31st Dec 2021 | Click |
| Post Matric Scholarship for ST Students (Centrally Sponsored) | 31st Dec 2021 | Click |
| Pre Matric Scholarship for SC Students (Centrally Sponsored) | 31st Dec 2021 | Click |
| Post Matric Scholarship for SC Students (Centrally Sponsored) | 31st Dec 2021 | Click |
| Pre Matric Scholarship for OBC Students (Centrally Sponsored) | 31st Dec 2021 | Click |
| Post Matric Scholarship for OBC Students (Centrally Sponsored) | 31st Dec 2021 | Click |
| Dr Ambedkar Post Matric Scholarship for EBC Students | 31st Dec 2021 | Click |
| Mukhya Mantri Protsahan Yojana | 31st Dec 2021 | Click |
| Kalpana Chawla Chatravriti Yojana | 31st Dec 2021 | Click |
| Integrated Rural Development Programme | 31st Dec 2021 | Click |
| Thakur Sen Negi Utkrisht Chatravriti Yojana | 31st Dec 2021 | Click |
| Indira Gandhi Utkrisht Charavriti Yojana | 31st Dec 2021 | Click |
| Maharishi Balmiki Chatravriti Yojana | 31st Dec 2021 | Click |
| Dr Ambedkar Medhavi Chatravriti Yojana for SC Students | 31st Dec 2021 | Click |
| Dr Ambedkar Medhavi Chatravriti Yojana for OBC Students | 31st Dec 2021 | Click |
| Swami Vivekanand Utkrisht Chatravriti Yojana | 31st Dec 2021 | Click |
Jammu and Kashmir
| Name of the Scholarship | Last Date to apply | Guidelines |
|---|---|---|
| Post Matric Scholarship for SC/ST Students | 5th January 2022 | Click |
Ladakh
| Name of the Scholarship | Last Date to apply | Guidelines |
|---|---|---|
| Pre Matric Scholarship for ST Students (Centrally Sponsored) | 31st Dec 2021 | Click |
| Post Matric Scholarship for ST Students (Centrally Sponsored) | 31st Dec 2021 | Click |
Lakshadweep
| Name of the Scholarship | Last Date to apply | Guidelines |
|---|---|---|
| Lakshadweep Scholarship Scheme | 31st May 2021 | Click |
Manipur
| Name of the Scholarship | Last Date to apply | Guidelines |
|---|---|---|
| Pre Matric Scholarship for ST Students | 31st Jan 2022 | Click |
| Post Matric Scholarship for ST Students | 31st Jan 2022 | Click |
| Post Matric Scholarship for SC Students | 14th Jan 2022 | Click |
| Post Matric Scholarship for OBC Students | 14th Jan 2022 | Click |
| Dr Ambedkar Post Matric Scholarship for EBC Students | 14th Jan 2022 | Click |
| Pre Matric Scholarship for SC Students | 14th Jan 2022 | Click |
| Pre Matric Scholarship for OBC Students | 14th Jan 2022 | Click |
Meghalaya
| Name of the Scholarship | Last Date | Guidelines |
|---|---|---|
| Pre Matric Scholarship for ST Students (Umbrella Scheme for Education) | 15th Jan 2022 | Click |
| Post Matric Scholarship for ST Students (Umbrella Scheme for Education) | 15th Jan 2022 | Click |
Puducherry
| Name of the Scholarship | Last Date | Guidelines |
|---|---|---|
| Pre Matric Scholarship for SC Students (Centrally Sponsored) | 31st Jan 2022 | Click |
| Post Matric Scholarship for SC Students (Centrally Sponsored) | 31st Jan 2022 | Click |
| Pre Matric Scholarship for ST Students (Centrally Sponsored) | 31st Jan 2022 | Click |
| Post Matric Scholarship for ST Students (Centrally Sponsored) | 31st Jan 2022 | Click |
| Pre Matric Scholarship for OBC Students (Centrally Sponsored) | 15th Dec 2021 | Click |
| Post Matric Scholarship for OBC Students (Centrally Sponsored) | 15th Dec 2021 | Click |
| Dr Ambedkar financial assistance for SC Students for Professional Courses | 31st Jan 2022 | Click |
| Pre Matric Scholarship for SC Students (Class VI-X) | 31st Jan 2022 | Click |
| Opportunity Cost to Parents of SC Girl Students | 31st Jan 2022 | Click |
| Stipend to SC Trainees in Govt. ITI | 31st Jan 2022 | Click |
| Retention Scholarship to SC Girl Student | 31st Jan 2021 | Click |
| Grant of Adhoc Merit Grant to SC Students | 31st Jan 2022 | Click |
Tripura
| Name of the Scholarship | Last Date to apply | Guidelines |
|---|---|---|
| Pre Matric Scholarship for ST students | 15th Jan 2022 | Click |
| Post Matric Scholarship for ST students | 15th Jan 2022 | Click |
| Pre Matric Scholarship for SC students | 31st Dec 2021 | Click |
| Post Matric Scholarship for SC students | 31st Jan 2022 | Click |
| Post Matric Scholarship for OBC students | 31st Jan 2022 | Click |
| Mukhya Mantri Yuba Yogayog Yojana | 31st July 2021 | Click |
| Pre Matric Scholarship for SC students (Cleaning and Health Hazard ) | 31st Dec 2021 | Click |
| Dr Ambedkar Post Matric Scholarship for EBC Students | 31st Dec 2021 | Click |
Uttarakhand
| Name of the Scholarship | Last Date to apply | Guidelines |
|---|---|---|
| Pre Matric Scholarship for Minorities Students | 15th Nov 2021 | Click |
| Post Matric Scholarship SC students | 10th Jan 2022 | Click |
| Post Matric Scholarship for ST students | 10th Jan 2022 | Click |
| Post Matric Scholarship for OBC students | 10th Jan 2022 | Click |
| Post Matric Scholarship for EBC Students | 10th Jan 2022 | Click |
| Post Matric Scholarship for Minorities | 10th Jan 2022 | Click |
| Pre-Matric Disability Scholarship (State Sector) | 10th Jan 2022 | Click |
| Pre-Matric Scholarship for SC Students (State Sector) | 10th Jan 2022 | Click |
| Pre-Matric Scholarship for SC Students (Center Sector) | 10th Jan 2022 | Click |
| Pre-Matric Scholarship for ST Students (State Sector) | 10th Jan 2022 | Click |
| Pre-Matric Scholarship for ST Students (Center Sector) | 10th Jan 2022 | Click |
| Pre-Matric Scholarship for OBC Students (State Sector 50% and Central Sector 50%) | 10th Jan 2022 | Click |
NSP Support Helpdesk
For any queries or doubts related to National Scholarship Portal and the various scholarship schemes, you can contact the concerned authorities through phone or email. You can call on 0120-6619540 or email your queries at helpdesk.nsp.gov.in. The officials will look into the matter and resolve your issue as soon as possible.
NSP portal Important Links
| Official Website of NSP | Click here |
| New Registration | Click here |
| Apply for Renewal | Click here |
| Check scheme-wise Scholarship Sanctioned List | Click here |
| Institute Login | Click here |
| Search Institute/ School/ ITI | Click here |
| Check Scheme Eligibility | Click here |
| NSP 2.0 User Manual | Click here |
Frequently Asked Questions
Over 100+ scholarships are being offered by the National Scholarship Portal presently.
The sanctioned funds will be directly transferred to the bank accounts of the beneficiaries through DBT mode.
When you apply for the renewal application, the application ID will be the same as used during the previous year for application and other purposes.
To check the NSP Scheme Eligibility, the applicants must select the “Scheme Eligibility” option from the list that appears under the “Services” tab
After logging into your respective NSP profiles, the candidates must click on the “Check Status” to track their application.
The helpline number of the National Scholarship portal is 0120-6619540 or email your queries at helpdesk.nsp.gov.in.
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