NSP Scholarship 2025: Complete Guide to Apply, Required Documents & Status Tracking
Welcome to ExamInfo.blog! The National Scholarship Portal (NSP) is the one-stop portal for school- and college-level scholarships administered by the Government of India. Here’s everything you need to know about the NSP Scholarship 2025 cycle—eligibility, required documents, step-by-step application process, how to check your application status, key dates, and FAQs.
1. What Is the NSP Scholarship?
The National Scholarship Portal (NSP) is a Mission Mode Project under the National e-Governance Plan that consolidates numerous central-, state- and UGC-level scholarship schemes on a single platform. From Pre-Matric to Post-Matric and Merit-cum-Means schemes, NSP manages over 150 scholarship schemes, disbursing funds directly into students’ bank accounts.
2. Key Dates for NSP 2025
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| NSP 2.0 One-Time Registration Opens | March 1, 2025 |
| Fresh & Renewal Applications Open | March 15, 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply (Central/UGC/AICTE/State) | 15 November 2025 |
| Verification by Departments | Till 30 November 2025 |
| Award Disbursal Begins | From January 2026 onwards |
Tip: Always check “List of Institutes” on the NSP portal to ensure your school/college is registered before applying.
3. Eligibility Criteria
Eligibility varies by scheme, but general requirements include:
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Nationality: Indian citizen
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Academic Level: Class 1 to Post-Graduation (as per scheme)
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Income Ceiling: Varies (e.g., ₹1.5 lakh p.a. for Pre-Matric; ₹2 lakh p.a. for Post-Matric)
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Category: SC/ST/OBC/Minority/Disabled/Special categories (as applicable)
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Course Type: Formal, government-approved/recognized courses only
Use the “Scheme Eligibility” widget on NSP to instantly filter schemes you qualify for (scholarships.gov.in).
4. Documents Required
Depending on the scholarship amount and scheme, you may need to upload some or all of the following documents:
| Document | When Required |
|---|---|
| One-Time Registration (OTR) Letter | Mandatory for all applications (scholarships.gov.in) |
| Aadhaar Card / Enrollment ID | For identity & OTR |
| Bank Passbook (first page) | For DBT (Direct Benefit Transfer) |
| Class X / XII Marksheet | Academic proof |
| Fee Receipt (current year) | Confirmation of enrolment |
| Caste Certificate | If applying under SC/ST/OBC/Minority schemes |
| Income Certificate | If required by the specific scheme |
| Domicile Certificate | For state-specific schemes |
| Disability Certificate | If applying under DEPwD schemes |
| Bonafide Certificate | From current institution (for Pre-Matric/Post-Matric) |
Note: Documents must be in PDF/JPG format and within the prescribed size limit. For scholarships ≤ ₹50,000, you may submit originals at your institution instead of uploading online.
5. Step-by-Step Application Process
A. One-Time Registration (OTR)
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Visit scholarships.gov.in
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Click “Student Registration” under One-Time Registration.
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Enter Aadhaar Number (or Enrollment ID), Mobile No., Email.
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Complete Face Authentication via the portal’s integration with UIDAI.
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Receive your unique OTR ID & Password.
B. Fresh/Renewal Application
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Login with OTR ID & Password (scholarships.gov.in).
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Select “New Fresh” or “Renewal” as applicable.
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Choose your Institute, Course Level, and relevant Scheme.
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Fill personal, academic, family income details.
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Upload scanned documents.
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Verify all entries & Submit.
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Print or Save the PDF confirmation slip.
6. How to Check Application Status
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Login on NSP (using OTR credentials).
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Go to “My Applications” dashboard.
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View Status column:
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Pending at Institute
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Pending at State Nodal Officer
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Approved/Rejected
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Download sanction letter once approved.
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Funds will be disbursed to your Aadhaar-linked bank account.
7. NSP 2.0 Key Features & Services
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Scheme Eligibility Checker
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Aadhaar Seva Kendra for onsite enrolment
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State Nodal Officer Directory
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AISHE Code Finder for institutes
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Helpdesk Portal for grievance redressal
For detailed user guides, visit the “Documents/Downloads” section on the NSP portal.
8. Helpdesk & Support
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Email: helpdesk@nsp.gov.in
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Phone: 0120-6619540 (Mon–Fri, 9 AM–6 PM)
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UGC/AICTE/State Nodal Officers directory available on NSP portal.
9. Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. Can I apply for multiple scholarships?
Yes. You can apply for any number of schemes for which you’re eligible—but only one scholarship will be awarded per academic year under a given category.
Q2. What if my documents change after submission?
You can Withdraw the application from “My Applications”, update the details, and Re-submit.
Q3. What is the last date to correct errors?
Most state nodal officers allow corrections until the verification deadline (usually by end-November). Always monitor your dashboard closely.
Ready to Apply?
Head over to scholarships.gov.in now and kick-start your NSP Scholarship 2025 application! For more exam and scholarship updates, stay tuned to ExamInfo.blog.
This guide was last updated on June 2025. Always refer to the official NSP portal for the latest notifications.