What Documents are Required for NSP Scholarship Application?
To apply for the NSP scholarship, the student must have the following documents:
- Last Qualifying Exam Mark Sheet
- Valid Cast Certificate
- Valid Income Certificate
- Bank Passbook (Bank account must be linked to the Aadhar number)
- Fee Receipt Number
- Enrollment Number
- Aadhar Card Number
- Latest Passport Size Scan Photo
- For Renewal Candidates: Use last year registration number to login to the renewal section and enter the fresh details
1. System Overview
This section explains the different modules students can access on the NSP portal:
- Authentication: Verify identity during registration.
- My Profile: View and edit personal details.
- My Applications: Manage scholarship applications.
- Fill Application: Complete and submit a scholarship form.
- Withdraw Application: Cancel applications if necessary.
- Revoke Application: Re-enable withdrawn applications.
- Renew Application: Continue applying for renewed scholarships.
Pre-requisites for Application
Before starting the application, students should have:
- Mobile Number (Android-based)
- Basic Personal Details (name, gender, date of birth, parent's names, domicile state)
- Academic Records: 10th and 12th class details (roll number, percentage, marksheets)
- Other Documents: Ration card, Aadhaar, Domicile certificates, etc.
- Aadhaar Details or alternatives like enrollment ID or Parent's Aadhaar (if minor).
2. Student Modules
This is the main part of the manual, detailing how students use the portal.
2.1 One-Time Registration (OTR)
This is how students create their account on the portal. The registration involves several steps:
- General Instructions: Follow on-screen instructions to start.
- Register Mobile Number: Input mobile number and verify with OTP.
- eKYC Update: There are three options for eKYC:
- Using Aadhaar.
- Using EID (Aadhaar enrollment ID).
- Using Parent’s Aadhaar (for minors).
- Finish: After completing the eKYC, registration is done.
2.2 Login
Once registered, students log in with their OTR ID (sent via email or SMS) and Date of Birth. Captcha must also be entered. Upon login, students see a confirmation pop-up.
2.3 My Applications
This page lists all applications the student has started. If a student is applying for the first time, the page will show options to:
- Apply Fresh: Begin a new application (for scholarship or incentives).
- My Application: View existing applications and track their status.
2.3.1 Apply Fresh
Students start a new application by selecting "I Agree" after reading the terms and conditions. Then, they:
- Choose Domicile State and Scholarship Category.
- Fill in required details and submit.
2.3.2 Fill Application
The application form is divided into several sections:
- General Information: Personal and address details.
- Academic Details: Information about the current course and past education.
- Search Institute: Students can search their institute/school using name, AISHE/ITI (NCVT), or UDISE code.
- Competitive Exam Details: Details of any qualifying exams.
- Scheme Available: Based on the student’s eligibility, the available scholarships are displayed.
- Upload Documents: Students upload required documents like marksheets and certificates.
Finally, after reviewing and completing the application, students submit the form. Final submission cannot be changed, so accuracy is important.
2.4 Withdraw Application
Students can withdraw their application at any time unless it has been approved by the second-level officer (L2) or if the scholarship payment has been released.
To withdraw:
- Click "Submit/Withdraw/Revoke" from the My Applications page.
- Select the reason for withdrawal, and confirm.
2.5 My Profile
This section allows students to view and edit their profile, including personal information, contact details, and academic records.
2.6 Helpdesk
If students need assistance, they can reach the helpdesk by email (helpdesk@nsp.gov.in) or by phone (0120 - 6619540). Helpdesk is available from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
2.7 Announcements
Important announcements related to the portal, deadlines, or schemes are listed here. Students can access these from the Helpdesk page.
2.8 FAQs
The portal provides a Frequently Asked Questions section where common queries are addressed. Topics like how to apply for scholarships, update details, or change application categories are included here.
This step-by-step guide helps students understand how to navigate the NSP portal, from registration to application submission, and how to seek help if needed. Each section includes relevant screenshots and instructions for a smoother application process.
National Scholarships Portal Overview
| Name of the Scheme | National Scholarships Portal Overviewa |
|---|---|
| Registration Process Start Date | 01 July 2024 |
| Last Date | 31 October 2024 |
| Purpose | To provide financial support to the students studying at pre-matric, post-matric, diploma, UG, PG level |
| Registration Process | Started |
| Ministry | Ministry of Electronics & Information Technology |
| Official Website | Click here |
| Registration Guideline Manual | Click here |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Defective Application Verification Open till Date | 15 November 2024 |
| Institute Verification Open till | 15 November 2024 |
| DNO/SNO/MNO Verification Open till | 30 November 2024 |
| Department Name | Name of Scholarship Scheme | Last Date | Details |
| Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities | Scholarship For Top-Class Education For Students With Disabilities | October 31, 2024 | |
| Post-Matric Scholarship For Students With Disabilities | October 31, 2024 | Check here | |
| Pre-Matric Scholarship For Students With Disabilities | September 30, 2024 | Check here | |
| Department of Higher Education | Central Sector Scholarship Scheme For College And University-Level Students | October 31, 2024 | Check here |
| Ministry of Tribal Affairs | National Fellowship And Scholarship Scheme For Higher Education Of St Students (Formally Top Class Education For Schedule Tribe Students) | October 31, 2024 | Check here |
| Ministry of Minority Affairs | Merit-Cum-Means Scholarship For Professional And Technical Courses Cs | November 30, 2024 | Check here |
| Pre-Matric Scholarships For Minority | November 15, 2024 | Check here | |
| Post-Matric Scholarship Schemes Minorities Cs | November 30, 2024 | Check here | |
| Department of School Education & Literacy | National Means Cum Merit Scholarship Scheme | September 30, 2024 | Check here |
| Ministry of Home Affairs | Prime Minister’s Scholarship Scheme For Central Armed Police Forces And Assam Rifles | October 31, 2024 | Check here |
| Prime Minister’s Scholarship Scheme For Wards Of States/UTs Police Personnel Martyred During Terror/ Naxal Attacks | October 31, 2024 | Check here | |
| Ministry of Railways (Railway Board) | Prime Minister’s Scholarship Scheme offered by the Ministry Of Railways | October 31, 2024 | Check here |
| All India Council For Technical Education (AICTE) | AICTE – Swanath Scholarship Scheme (Technical Diploma) | October 31, 2024 | Check here |
| AICTE – Swanath Scholarship Scheme For Technical Degree Students | October 31, 2024 | Check here | |
| AICTE – Pragati Scholarship Scheme For Girl Students (Technical Degree) | October 31, 2024 | Check here | |
| AICTE – Pragati Scholarship Scheme For Girl Students (Technical Diploma) | October 31, 2024 | Check here | |
| AICTE – Saksham Scholarship Scheme For Specially Abled Students (Technical Degree) | October 31, 2024 | Check here | |
| AICTE – Saksham Scholarship For Specially Abled Students (Technical Diploma) | October 31, 2024 | Check here | |
| UGC | National Scholarship For Post-Graduate Studies | October 31, 2024 | Check here |
| Ishan Uday Special Scholarship For North Eastern Region | October 31, 2024 | Check here | |
| North Eastern Council (NEC), DoNER | Financial Support for students of the North Eastern Region to Study Higher Professional Courses | October 31, 2024 | Check here |
| Department of Social Justice & Empowerment | Central Sector Scholarship For SC Category Students | October 31, 2024 | Check here |
| Ministry of Labour & Employment | Financial Assistance For Education To The Wards Of Beedi/ Cine/ Iomc/ Lsdm- Pre-Matric | September 30, 2024 | Check here |
| Financial Assistance For Education To The Wards Of Beedi/ Cine/ Iomc/ Lsdm- Post Matric | October 31, 2024 | Check here | |
| Department of Social Justice & Empowerment (Backward Classes) | PM Yasasvi Central Scholarship Scheme Of Top Class Education In College For OBC, EBC And DNT Students | October 31, 2024 | Check here |
| PM Yasasvi Central Scholarship Scheme Of Top Class Education In Schools For Obc, Ebc And Dnt Students | October 31, 2024 | Check here |
Apart from these Central Sector Scholarship schemes, there are many state-sponsored scholarships also available on the NSP. For more details, candidates can check the direct link provided below:
NSP Scholarship 2024 Eligibility Criteria
To avail themselves of the scholarship offered by the central/state government, students need to fulfil the following eligibility criteria, including their financial status, educational background, and other factors. Some of these criteria are listed below:
- Annual household income from all sources cannot exceed Rs 2,50,000 (It may vary from scheme to scheme).
- The students must qualify the last exam.
- A valid cast certificate.
- The student must have an Aadhar card
