The National Scholarship Portal (NSP) is a unified platform for various scholarship schemes offered by the central and state governments. It aims to streamline the application process and ensure transparency in the disbursement of scholarships. For college students, the NSP offers a plethora of opportunities to receive financial assistance and pursue their higher education dreams.
In this article, we will delve into the details of the NSP scholarship for college students in 2024, covering eligibility criteria, application procedures, important dates, and frequently asked questions.
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the NSP scholarship, college students must meet the following criteria:
- Nationality: Indian citizen
- Academic Performance: Must have secured a minimum percentage of marks in the previous qualifying examination (varies depending on the scheme)
- Family Income: The family income should be below the specified limit (varies depending on the scheme)
- Enrollment: Must be enrolled in a recognized college or university in India
- Category: May belong to specific categories such as SC, ST, OBC, or minority communities (depending on the scheme)
- Disability: May have a disability (depending on the scheme).
Documents Required
To complete the application process, you will need the following documents:
- Aadhaar Card
- Income Certificate
- Caste Certificate (if applicable)
- Disability Certificate (if applicable)
- Academic Certificates (10th, 12th, and graduation marksheets)
- Fee Receipts
- Passport-sized photographs.
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Application Process
The application process for the NSP scholarship is entirely online. Here are the steps involved:
One-Time Registration (OTR):
- Visit the official NSP website: https://scholarships.gov.in/
- Click on the “Fresh Candidate Registration” link
- Fill in the required personal and academic details
- Upload necessary documents, such as Aadhaar card, income certificate, caste certificate, etc.
- Submit the registration form.
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Scholarship Application:
- Login to your NSP account using your OTR credentials
- Select the desired scholarship scheme
- Fill in the application form with accurate information
- Upload any additional documents required for the specific scheme
- Review the application and submit it
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