The NSP Scholarship 2024 (National Scholarship Portal) is now open for applications under various central/state schemes for Class 1 to PhD students. Here’s how to apply:
National Scholarship Portal (NSP) 2024-25: Online Application Guide

📌 Key NSP Schemes 2024
Scheme | For Students Of | Benefits |
---|---|---|
Pre-Matric | Class 1-10 (SC/ST/OBC/Minorities) | ₹1,000-5,000/yr |
Post-Matric | Class 11-PhD (SC/ST/OBC) | ₹2,500-20,000/yr |
PM YASASVI | OBC/EBC (Class 9-12) | ₹75,000-1,25,000/yr |
Top Class Education | SC Students (Professional Courses) | Full tuition fee |
📅 Important Dates (2024-25)
- Application Start Date: 15 July 2024
- Last Date:
- Fresh Applicants: 31 October 2024
- Renewal Applicants: 30 November 2024
- Defective Verification: 15 December 2024
✅ Eligibility Criteria
- For Pre-Matric:
- Family income < ₹2.5 Lakh/yr
- SC/ST/Minority/OBC students
- For Post-Matric:
- Family income < ₹2.5 Lakh (SC/ST) / ₹1 Lakh (OBC)
- Minimum 50% marks in previous exam
- For PM YASASVI:
- OBC/EBC students in Class 9-12
- Income < ₹2.5 Lakh/yr
📝 How to Apply Online (Step-by-Step)
1. Registration
🔹 Visit National Scholarship Portal
🔹 Click “New Registration” → Select Scheme
🔹 Enter Aadhaar, Mobile, Bank Details
2. Login & Fill Form
🔹 Use Application ID & Password
🔹 Fill:
- Personal Details
- Academic Details (Roll No., School/College)
- Income Certificate Details
3. Upload Documents
- Aadhaar Card
- Income Certificate
- Caste Certificate (if applicable)
- Bank Passbook (IFSC Code)
- Previous Year Marksheet
4. Submit & Track
🔹 Verify details → Final Submit
🔹 Print Acknowledgement
🔹 Track Status: “Check Status” Tab
⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid
❌ Wrong Bank Details → Ensure IFSC & Account No. are correct
❌ Incorrect Income Certificate → Must be issued by Tehsildar
❌ Late Submission → No extensions beyond deadline
📞 Contact Support
- Helpline: 0120-6619540
- Email: helpdesk[at]nsp[dot]gov[dot]in
- NSP Mobile App: Google Play Store
🔗 Important Links
Purpose | Link |
---|---|
Official NSP Portal | https://scholarships.gov.in/ |
Scheme Guidelines | https://scholarships.gov.in/Guidelines |
Status Check | https://scholarships.gov.in/Status |
Note: Renewal applicants must apply every year. Defective applications can be corrected until 15 Dec 2024.
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