All Government Scholarship Schemes in India 2026
Complete state-wise guide with eligibility, benefits, amounts, and direct application links — from Class 1 to Postgraduate level.
Central Government Scholarship Schemes
National Scholarship Portal (NSP)
Centralized platform providing access to Pre-Matric, Post-Matric, Merit-Based, and Minority scholarships under one roof.
Prime Minister Scholarship Scheme
Designed for dependent wards of ex-servicemen, paramilitary and defense personnel pursuing professional/technical courses.
AICTE Pragati Scholarship
Exclusively for girl students pursuing technical education. Empowers women in STEM fields across AICTE-approved institutions.
AICTE Saksham Scholarship
For specially-abled students enrolled in AICTE-approved technical institutes, promoting inclusive education in engineering and technology.
UGC PG Scholarship
University Grants Commission scholarship for university rank holders at PG level. Merit-based financial support for higher education.
Ishan Uday Scholarship
UGC scheme for students from North-East states pursuing general degree courses at colleges and universities outside their state.
State Wise Scholarship Schemes 2026
Types of Scholarships Available
Merit-Based
Awarded to students with outstanding academic performance and high scores.
Need-Based
For students from economically weaker sections who need financial support.
Category-Based
Specifically for SC, ST, OBC, EWS, and religious minority communities.
Talent-Based
Recognizes excellence in sports, arts, music, and extracurricular activities.
Girl Student
Dedicated to empowering female students in higher and technical education.
Specially Abled
Support for Divyang students pursuing any course at recognized institutes.
✅ General Eligibility
- Must be an Indian citizen
- Enrolled in a recognized institution
- Must meet family income criteria
- Valid academic records required
- Aadhaar-linked bank account
- No simultaneous duplicate scholarship
📄 Documents Required
- Aadhaar Card (Mandatory)
- Family Income Certificate
- Caste / Category Certificate
- Domicile / Residence Certificate
- Bank Passbook (with IFSC)
- Passport-Size Photograph
- Academic Marksheets
- Mobile Number & Email ID
How to Apply for Scholarship
Visit Official Portal
Register with Details
Login to Account
Fill Application Form
Upload Documents
Submit & Get Receipt
Track Your Status
Apply via National Scholarship Portal
One platform for all Central Government scholarships. DBT directly to your bank account.
Visit scholarships.gov.in →Tips for Students
Apply Before Deadline
Always submit your application well before the last date to avoid server rush.
Check Portals Regularly
Scholarship dates are updated frequently. Bookmark official portals and check weekly.
Avoid Fake Websites
Apply only through .gov.in domains. Never pay fees to apply for government scholarships.
Keep Documents Ready
Scan and save all documents in PDF/JPG format in advance to apply quickly.