State Disability Scholarship Nagaland 2026: Financial Aid for Disabled Students Class I to VIII
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Quick answer
The State Disability Scholarship provides financial assistance to students with 40% or more disability studying in Class I to Class VIII in Nagaland. Eligible students can apply online through the official Common Scholarship Portal by submitting required documents and details. The scholarship amount varies as per government guidelines.
At a glance
| Main benefit | Scholarship from ₹200 onwards |
| Ministry / department | Social Welfare Department, Nagaland |
| Level | State Government (Nagaland) |
| Income limit | ₹2.5 lakh |
| Application mode | Online |
About the scheme
The State Disability Scholarship is a scheme by the Social Welfare Department of Nagaland to support physically disabled students from Class I to Class VIII. It offers financial help to students with a benchmark disability of 40% or above, whose parents' annual income does not exceed the prescribed limit. The scheme requires applicants to be enrolled in recognised institutions with valid AISHE or UDISE codes and not be beneficiaries of other scholarships. The application process is online via the Common Scholarship Portal or assisted through Common Service Centres.
Benefits
- Scholarship provided to physically disabled students from Class I to Class VIII
- Financial assistance amount varies as per government guidelines
- Supports all types of disabilities as defined by the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Rules 2017
Who can apply (eligibility)
- Applicant must be a resident of Nagaland
- Student must be enrolled in an institution with valid AISHE/UDISE Code
- Annual income of parents/guardians must not exceed ₹2.50 lakhs
- Student must have a benchmark disability of 40% or more
- Applicable for students from Class I to Class VIII
- Students who failed last examination (repeaters) are not eligible
- Applicant must not be receiving any other scholarship
Documents required
- Passport-size photograph
- Aadhaar Card
- Caste/community Certificate if applicable
- Indigenous Inhabitant Certificate
- Xerox copy of last class/year progress report
- Disability Certificate or UDID Card
- Xerox copy of front page of Bank Passbook
- Original Income Certificate (fresh applicants only)
How to apply
- 1Visit the official Common Scholarship Portal of Nagaland
- 2Register by verifying mobile number linked with Aadhaar and create an account
- 3Login using created credentials
- 4Fill in personal and academic details in the user profile
- 5Select the State Disability Scholarship scheme and provide institution details
- 6Upload required documents as per the checklist
- 7Review all information and submit the application
- 8Track application status on the portal regularly
- 9Alternatively, visit nearest Common Service Center (CSC) for assistance in application submission
Frequently asked questions
What is the State Disability Scholarship?+
It is a financial aid scheme by Nagaland's Social Welfare Department for students with 40% or more disability from Class I to Class VIII.
Who is eligible for the State Disability Scholarship?+
Students with benchmark disability of 40% or above, residents of Nagaland, studying in recognised institutions, with parents' income below ₹2.50 lakhs, and not receiving other scholarships.
What is the financial assistance provided?+
Scholarships start from ₹200 and vary according to government guidelines and class level.
Can repeaters apply for this scholarship?+
No, students who failed their last examination are not eligible.
How to apply for the scholarship?+
Apply online through the Common Scholarship Portal of Nagaland or get assistance from a Common Service Center (CSC).
Can I edit my application after submission?+
No, but you can delete the submitted application and reapply with corrections.
What types of disabilities are covered?+
All disabilities defined under the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Rules 2017 are covered.
Is there an income limit for eligibility?+
Yes, the annual income of parents/guardians must not exceed ₹2.50 lakhs.
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