Top 20 Government Scholarships in India (2026)
The table below can be used on your Scholarship Hub page. Each scholarship name should internally link to its dedicated blog post.
| Scholarship Name | Organization | Eligible Students | Annual Family Income Limit | Scholarship Amount | Apply Through | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| National Scholarship Portal (NSP) | Government of India | School, UG, PG | Scheme-wise | Up to ₹75,000+ | National Scholarship Portal | Apply Now |
| PM Yasasvi Scholarship | Ministry of Social Justice | OBC, EBC, DNT | ₹2.5 Lakh | Up to ₹1,25,000 | NSP | Apply Now |
| Central Sector Scholarship (CSSS) | Ministry of Education | UG Students | ₹8 Lakh | ₹12,000–20,000/year | NSP | Apply Now |
| NMMS Scholarship | Ministry of Education | Class 8 Students | ₹3.5 Lakh | ₹12,000/year | State Portal | Apply Now |
| AICTE Pragati Scholarship | AICTE | Girls in Technical Courses | ₹8 Lakh | ₹50,000/year | AICTE Portal | Apply Now |
| AICTE Saksham Scholarship | AICTE | Differently Abled Students | ₹8 Lakh | ₹50,000/year | AICTE Portal | Apply Now |
| AICTE Swanath Scholarship | AICTE | Orphan/Single Parent Students | ₹8 Lakh | ₹50,000/year | AICTE Portal | Apply Now |
| INSPIRE Scholarship (SHE) | DST | Science Students | No Fixed Limit | ₹80,000/year | INSPIRE Portal | Apply Now |
| UGC Ishan Uday Scholarship | UGC | North-East Students | ₹4.5 Lakh | ₹7,800/month | NSP | Apply Now |
| UGC Single Girl Child Scholarship | UGC | PG Girl Students | No Limit | ₹36,200/year | UGC Portal | Apply Now |
| Top Class Education Scholarship (SC) | Ministry of Social Justice | SC Students | ₹8 Lakh | Full Fee + Living Expenses | NSP | Apply Now |
| Top Class Education Scholarship (ST) | Ministry of Tribal Affairs | ST Students | ₹6 Lakh | Full Fee + Stipend | NSP | Apply Now |
| Post Matric Scholarship (SC/ST/OBC) | Central & State Governments | Class 11 onwards | Scheme-wise | Variable | NSP / State Portal | Apply Now |
| Merit-cum-Means Scholarship | Ministry of Minority Affairs | Minority Students | ₹2.5 Lakh | Up to ₹30,000/year | NSP | Apply Now |
| Begum Hazrat Mahal Scholarship | Minority Affairs | Minority Girls | Scheme-wise | Variable | Official Portal | Apply Now |
| PM Research Fellowship (PMRF) | Government of India | PhD Scholars | No Limit | Up to ₹80,000/month | PMRF Portal | Apply Now |
| CSIR UGC NET JRF | CSIR/UGC | Research Scholars | No Limit | ₹37,000+/month | CSIR Portal | Apply Now |
| National Fellowship for OBC | Ministry of Social Justice | OBC Research Students | ₹8 Lakh | Fellowship + HRA | NSP | Apply Now |
| National Fellowship for SC | Ministry of Social Justice | SC Research Students | ₹8 Lakh | Fellowship + HRA | NSP | Apply Now |
| National Fellowship for ST | Ministry of Tribal Affairs | ST Research Students | ₹6 Lakh | Fellowship + HRA | NSP | Apply Now |
Where to Apply?
Most Government scholarships are available through one of the following official portals.
| Portal | Scholarships Available |
|---|---|
| National Scholarship Portal (NSP) | Central Government scholarships, Minority, SC, ST, OBC, EWS, CSSS, PM Yasasvi, Top Class Education, Merit-cum-Means |
| State Scholarship Portals | State government scholarships for domicile students |
| AICTE Scholarship Portal | Pragati, Saksham, Swanath, PG Scholarships |
| UGC Portal | Ishan Uday, Single Girl Child, PG Scholarships |
| INSPIRE Portal | INSPIRE Scholarship |
| PMRF Portal | Prime Minister Research Fellowship |
| CSIR Portal | JRF, SRF, Research Fellowships |
| State Education Department Websites | NMMS, Pre-Matric, State Merit Scholarships |
Scholarship Categories
| Category | Scholarships Covered |
|---|---|
| School Scholarships | NMMS, Pre-Matric Scholarship, Minority Scholarship |
| College Scholarships | Central Sector Scholarship, NSP Scholarships |
| Engineering Scholarships | AICTE Pragati, Saksham, Swanath |
| Medical Scholarships | Central & State Medical Scholarships |
| Girls Scholarships | Pragati, Single Girl Child, Begum Hazrat Mahal |
| SC Scholarships | Top Class Education, Post Matric, National Fellowship |
| ST Scholarships | Top Class Education, National Fellowship |
| OBC Scholarships | PM Yasasvi, National Fellowship |
| Minority Scholarships | Merit-cum-Means, Post Matric Scholarship |
| Research Fellowships | PMRF, CSIR JRF, UGC Fellowships |
How to Apply for Government Scholarships
Step 1: Find the Right Scholarship
Browse the scholarship categories on Paisa Mitra and select the scheme that matches your course, category, income limit, and academic qualifications.
Step 2: Check Eligibility
Before applying, verify:
- Academic qualification
- Course and institution eligibility
- Annual family income limit
- Reservation category (if applicable)
- Domicile requirements
- Age criteria (if any)
Step 3: Keep Documents Ready
Most scholarships require:
- Aadhaar Card
- Passport-size Photograph
- Income Certificate
- Caste Certificate (if applicable)
- Domicile Certificate
- Previous Year Marksheet
- Admission Letter
- Bonafide Certificate
- Fee Receipt
- Bank Passbook
- Mobile Number
- Email ID
Step 4: Register on the Official Portal
Create a new account on the relevant portal (NSP, AICTE, UGC, State Scholarship Portal, etc.) using your Aadhaar number or other accepted identification.
Step 5: Complete the Online Application
Fill in your:
- Personal details
- Academic information
- Institute details
- Bank account information
- Scholarship category
Upload all required documents in the prescribed format.
Step 6: Institute Verification
Many scholarship applications require verification by your school, college, or university. Ensure your institution approves the application before the deadline.
Step 7: Track Application Status
After submission, monitor your application through the official portal using your Application ID or registered login credentials.
Step 8: Scholarship Disbursement
If selected, the scholarship amount is typically transferred directly to your bank account through the Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) system.
Check Scholarships:
- National Scholarship Portal (NSP) 2026
- PM Yasasvi Scholarship
- Central Sector Scholarship (CSSS)
- NMMS Scholarship
- AICTE Pragati Scholarship
- AICTE Saksham Scholarship
- AICTE Swanath Scholarship
- INSPIRE Scholarship
- UGC Ishan Uday Scholarship
- UGC Single Girl Child Scholarship
- Top Class Education Scholarship (SC)
- Top Class Education Scholarship (ST)
- Post Matric Scholarship (SC/ST/OBC)
- Merit-cum-Means Scholarship
- PM Research Fellowship (PMRF)
- CSIR UGC NET JRF
- National Fellowship for OBC
- National Fellowship for SC
- National Fellowship for ST
- Uttar Pradesh Scholarship (State-specific)
- Azim Premji Scholarship 2026: छात्राओं को ₹30,000
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