National Scholarship For Post Graduate Studies 2026: ₹15,000 Monthly Stipend & Eligibility
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Quick answer
The National Scholarship for Post Graduate Studies (NSFPGS) provides ₹15,000 per month for 10 months each year to students pursuing full-time master's degrees in India. Eligible candidates must be under 30 years old and enrolled in the first year of their first postgraduate programme. Applications must be submitted online through the National Scholarships Portal (NSP).
At a glance
| Main benefit | ₹15,000 per month for 10 months |
| Ministry / department | Ministry of Education |
| Level | Central Government |
| Age | Up to 30 years |
| Application mode | Online |
About the scheme
Launched by the Ministry of Education, Government of India, the National Scholarship for Post Graduate Studies scheme aims to support meritorious students from economically weaker sections. The scheme offers crucial financial backing during higher education so that students can complete their first full-time postgraduate degree without financial distress. Beneficiaries receive a monthly stipend directly into their bank accounts throughout the academic year.
Benefits
- Scholarship grant of ₹15,000 per month for 10 months in a year.
Who can apply (eligibility)
- Applicant must be enrolled in the first year of a full-time postgraduate programme.
- Applicant must be pursuing their first postgraduate degree.
- The postgraduate degree programme must be recognized.
- Applicant must be under 30 years of age.
- Must be a meritorious student from an economically weaker section of society studying in India.
Who cannot apply
- Applicants who have already completed any postgraduate degree are not eligible.
- Students pursuing part-time, distance, or correspondence postgraduate programmes cannot apply.
Documents required
- Attested copies of mark sheets and certificates from Class 9 onwards.
- Attested copy of the provisional or final admission letter to the postgraduate course.
- Proof of identity (Aadhaar card, Voter ID card, Passport, PAN Card, or Driving Licence).
- Bank account details.
- Two recent passport-size photographs.
How to apply
- 1Visit the official National Scholarships Portal (scholarships.gov.in) and register with your mobile number and OTP.
- 2Download the NSP OTR app and AadhaarFaceRD services on an Android device to complete your face authentication e-KYC.
- 3Obtain your One Time Registration (OTR) number upon successful face authentication.
- 4Log in to the National Scholarships Portal using your OTR number, password, and OTP.
- 5Open the Application Form from the dashboard, fill in all mandatory academic and personal details, and upload the required documents.
- 6Submit the application form online or save it as a draft to complete and submit before the portal deadline.
Frequently asked questions
Who is eligible for the National Scholarship for Post Graduate Studies?+
Students enrolled in the first year of their first full-time recognized postgraduate degree who are under 30 years of age are eligible.
How much scholarship money is provided under NSFPGS?+
Selected students receive ₹15,000 per month for 10 months in a year.
Can students who already have a master's degree apply?+
No, applicants who have already completed any postgraduate degree are not eligible.
Can part-time or distance learning PG students apply?+
No, the applicant must be enrolled in a full-time postgraduate programme.
What is the maximum age limit for NSFPGS?+
The applicant must be under 30 years old.
How do students track their scholarship payment status?+
Students can track payment status via the 'Know Your Payment' section on the Public Financial Management System (PFMS) portal using their Aadhaar number, bank account number, or NSP Application ID.
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