Types of scholarships
| Type | Based on |
|---|---|
| Merit | Marks or exam performance |
| Need-based | Family income |
| Category-based | SC, ST, OBC, minority, EWS |
| Girls | Encouraging girls' education |
| State schemes | Your state government's portal |
Where to look
- National Scholarship Portal (scholarships.gov.in) for many central and some state schemes, including pre-matric and post-matric scholarships.
- State portals such as MahaDBT (Maharashtra) and Bihar's scholarship portals.
- NMMSS (selected in Class 8) continues support up to Class 12 as per rules.
- Private and CSR scholarships from foundations and companies.
Talk to an experienced counsellor. Online across India, centres in Nashik, Pune and Patna.
A month-by-month routine
Many scholarship portals open after admissions in July–October. Keep a folder (paper and digital) with all documents, check portals weekly during the season and note deadlines. Ask your school or college office about verification timelines.
Avoiding scams
Never pay money to "guarantee" a government scholarship. Apply only on official portals and never share OTPs or passwords with anyone.
Scholarships for diploma and ITI students
Students in polytechnic and ITI courses can also apply for many post-matric and state scholarships, and AICTE runs schemes for technical diploma students. Check eligibility for your course type.
Application checklist
- Aadhaar and bank account in the student's name (often linked).
- Mark sheets.
- Income, caste and domicile certificates as applicable.
- Institution verification.
- Apply before the deadline and track status.
Amounts, eligibility and deadlines change. Always check the official portal before applying.
Frequently asked questions
Is NSP only for college students?
No, it has pre-matric and post-matric schemes too.
Can I get more than one scholarship?
Rules vary; many schemes do not allow two government scholarships together.
Do you help find scholarships?
Yes, our counsellors can point you to relevant schemes.
Is income certificate mandatory?
For need-based and many category schemes yes; merit-only schemes may not need it.
General guidance only. Exam dates, eligibility, fees and scholarship amounts change every year: always check the official website before you apply.