Scholarships

Guidelines

The National Means-cum-Merit Scholarship (NMMS) 2025 provides an annual scholarship of ₹12,000 (₹1,000 per month) to100,000 meritorious students from economically weaker sections (income < ₹3.5 lakh/year) in Class 9-12. Eligible students must be in Government, Local Body, or Govt-aided schools, having passed Class 7 with 55% marks (5% relaxation for SC/ST). 

Key 2025 Guidelines & Eligibility

• Target Group: Students currently studying in Class VIII.

• Academic Criteria: Minimum of 55% marks or equivalent grade in Class VII (50% for SC/ST/Disabled).

• Income Limit: Parental income from all sources must not exceed ₹3,50,000 per annum.

• School Type: Must be enrolled in Government, Government-aided, or local body schools. Students in Navodaya Vidyalaya (NVS), Kendriya Vidyalaya (KVS), Sainik Schools, or private schools are not eligible.

• Application Process: Applications are generally submitted online via the National Scholarship Portal (NSP) or state-specific portals. 

Examination Pattern (State Level)

The selection test comprises two, 90-minute papers held by state authorities (usually between Nov 2025 - Feb 2026): 

1. Mental Ability Test (MAT): 90 multiple-choice questions on reasoning, analogy, classification, series, pattern perception, etc..

2. Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT): 90 multiple-choice questions covering Science, Social Science, and Mathematics of Class VII & VIII levels. 

Minimum Qualifying Marks

• General: Minimum 40% in each paper (MAT+SAT).

• SC/ST: Minimum 32% in each paper. 

Scholarship Continuation Criteria

To continue receiving the scholarship in classes X and XII, students must:

• Clear promotion from class IX to X and XI to XII in the first attempt.

• Secure at least 55% marks in class X (50% for SC/ST).

• Maintain good conduct and continue studies in a government/aided school. 

Important Documents

• Income Certificate (within ₹3.5 lakh limit).

• Caste/Disability Certificate (if applicable).

• Class VII Mark Sheet.

• Aadhaar Card.

Guidelines

The Swami Vivekanand Utkrisht Chhatravriti Yojana is a Himachal Pradesh government initiative providing ₹10,000–₹18,000 per annum for two years to the top 2,000 meritorious General category students (Class 10 pass) pursuing higher studies. Applicants must be HP residents, enrolled in class 11 or professional courses. Application is through  NSP.

Key Guidelines & Eligibility Criteria

• Target Group: Students belonging to the General Category who have passed their matriculation examination from the HP Board.

• Merit Basis: Only the top 2,000 meritorious students are selected.

• Academic Requirement: Must be pursuing studies in Class 11, 12, or recognized professional/technical courses in India.

• Domicile: Must be a permanent resident of Himachal Pradesh.

• Financial Benefit: Selected students receive ₹10,000–₹18,000 per annum for two years.

• Exclusion: Students receiving other scholarships are generally ineligible. 

Application Process

• Application Mode: Online, via the National Scholarship portal.

• Required Documents:

  • Bonafide Himachali Certificate.

  • Class 10 Marksheet/Certificate.

  • General Category Certificate (signed by Tehsildar).

  • Bank Account Details (Aadhaar linked).

  • Passport Size Photograph. 

Renewal Guidelines

• The scholarship is for two years. Renewal for the second year depends on passing the Class 11 internal examination with satisfactory marks. 

Contact Information

• Eligible students should contact the Head of their institution for submission or the Directorate of Higher Education, Himachal Pradesh.

Visit the site online: https://scholarships.gov.in/

Guidelines

The Dr. Ambedkar Medhavi Chatravriti Yojana in Himachal Pradesh provides ₹18,000 per year for two consecutive years to 1,250 meritorious Scheduled Caste (SC) and 1,000 Other Backward Classes (OBC) students who secured 72% or higher in their 10th-grade exams, aiming to support their +1 and +2 education. The scheme is managed by the Directorate of Higher Education Himachal Pradesh and requires online application, with eligibility tied to being a permanent HP resident and continuing education in recognized institutions. 

Key Guidelines and Eligibility

• Target Group: Top 1,250 SC students and 1,000 OBC students based on 10th-grade HP Board results.

• Academic Criteria: Minimum 72% marks in the 10th-grade examination.

• Financial Assistance: ₹18,000 per annum for two years (10+1 and 10+2).

• Applicability: Applies to students enrolling in +1 and +2 classes, or professional/technical courses after Matric.

• Renewal: Continuation depends on satisfactory performance in the previous year's exam.

• Bonafide Status: Must be a permanent resident of Himachal Pradesh. 

Application Process

• Mode: Only online applications through the National Scholarship Portal (NSP) are accepted.

• Documents Needed: Passport size photo, AADHAAR card, Himachali bonafide certificate, previous year's result card, and bank account statement.

• Deadline: Generally closes around October 31, with verification processes following in November. 

Important Notes

• Offline applications will not be entertained.

• The scholarship is limited to a maximum of two years after matriculation.

• The scheme covers students studying both within and outside the state of Himachal Pradesh.

Visit the site online: https://scholarships.gov.in/

Guidelines

The Thakur Sen Negi Utkrisht Chatravriti Yojana 2025 is a Himachal Pradesh government scheme for meritorious Scheduled Tribe (ST) students, offering ₹11,000 per annum for two years (Class 11-12) or during technical/professional courses. It supports the top 100 boys and top 100 girls based on HP Board Class 10 results. 

Key Guidelines for 2025:

• Eligibility: Must be a bona fide ST resident of Himachal Pradesh, having passed Class 10th from a recognized school, and enrolled in Class 11 or professional/technical courses.

• Merit Basis: Selection is strictly based on the top 100 boys and 100 girls in the Class 10th Matriculation Exam merit list provided by the H.P. Board of School Education.

• Benefits: ₹11,000 per annum per student, for a total of two years, typically awarded for class 11 and 12.

• Renewal: The scholarship is renewed for the second year (12th class) based on satisfactory academic performance in the 10+1 exam.

• Application Process: Applications are generally filed online via the National Scholarship Portal (NSP).

• Documents Required: Bank account details (mandatory), Bonafide Himachali certificate, Caste certificate (ST), and Class 10th marksheet. 

Applications are typically processed in the latter half of the year; for 2025, applicants should monitor the HP Department of Higher Education website and NSP for specific deadlines.

Visit the site online: https://scholarships.gov.in/

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