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Browse all 200 education schemes across 7 categories. Each links to the official portal where you verify details and apply yourself.
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Merit, need-based, and category-specific scholarships from NSP, UGC, AICTE, and state scholarship portals.
- CentralAKF Scholarship
Aga Khan Foundation International Scholarship
50% grant and 50% interest-free loan covering tuition and living expenses for outstanding Indian students pursuing postgraduate studies abroad.
Available across IndiaDetails - CentralLilavati Award
AICTE Lilavati Award
Annual AICTE grant of up to ₹1,00,000 per theme for student teams from AICTE-approved institutions implementing documented, impactful interventions in women's empowerment.
Available across IndiaDetails - CentralAICTE Pragati
AICTE – Pragati Scholarship for Girl Students
₹50,000 per year scholarship for meritorious girl students in their first year of AICTE-approved Degree or Diploma technical programmes, from families with income below ₹8 lakh per annum.
Available across IndiaDetails - CentralAICTE Saksham (Degree)
AICTE – Saksham Scholarship Scheme For Specially-Abled Student (Degree)
₹50,000 per year scholarship for specially-abled students (≥40% disability) enrolled in AICTE-approved degree-level technical programmes, disbursed via DBT through the National Scholarship Portal.
Available across IndiaDetails - CentralAICTE Saksham
AICTE Saksham Scholarship Scheme
₹50,000 per year scholarship for differently-abled students (≥40% disability) pursuing technical education at AICTE-approved institutions, disbursed via DBT through the National Scholarship Portal.
Available across IndiaDetails - CentralAICTE Swanath
AICTE-Swanath Scholarship Scheme
₹50,000 per year from AICTE for orphan students, wards of parents who died due to COVID-19, and dependents of martyred armed forces personnel, pursuing an approved degree or diploma course.
Available across IndiaDetails - CentralAICTE Yashasvi
AICTE – Yashasvi Scholarship Scheme
₹50,000 per year for Degree (UG) and ₹30,000 per year for Diploma students pursuing core engineering branches at AICTE-approved institutions, from families with annual income below ₹8 lakh.
Available across IndiaDetails - StateAikyashree Scholarship
Aikyashree Scholarship for Minority Students
Scholarships up to ₹33,000 for minority students in West Bengal across Pre-Matric, Post-Matric, and Merit-cum-Means tiers via DBT.
West BengalDetails - StateAPJ Abdul Kalam Scholarship
APJ Abdul Kalam Scholarship
₹6,000 per annum from the Kerala Directorate of Minority Welfare for minority-community students in the 2nd or 3rd year of a 3-year polytechnic diploma.
KeralaDetails - CentralBegum Hazrat Mahal
Begum Hazrat Mahal National Scholarship for Minority Girls
Merit-based scholarship for girls from minority communities (Muslim, Christian, Sikh, Buddhist, Jain, Zoroastrian) pursuing higher education, with annual support up to ₹20,000.
Available across IndiaDetails - CentralAmbedkar Vidya Jyothi
Canara Bank Dr. Ambedkar Vidya Jyothi Scholarship
₹20,000 per year for Class 5 to Class 10 students from SC/ST/BPL families, with 3,000 scholarships awarded annually across India.
Available across IndiaDetails - CentralCBSE Single Girl Child Scholarship
CBSE Merit Scholarship Scheme for Single Girl Child
Scholarship of ₹1,000 per month for two years (₹24,000 total) to support meritorious single girl children studying in Classes 11 and 12 at CBSE-affiliated schools.
Available across IndiaDetails - CentralCSU Merit Scholarship
Central Sanskrit University (CSU) Merit Scholarship 2026–27
Monthly scholarship for students pursuing Sanskrit, Pali, or Prakrit from Class 9 to PhD, with amounts from ₹500–₹2,500/month and a contingency grant for PhD scholars.
Available across IndiaDetails - StateCM Merit Award
Chief Minister Merit Award
₹3,000 per year for 5 years for 1,000 boys and 1,000 girls from Adi Dravidar, Tribal, and Adi Dravidar Christian communities in Tamil Nadu.
Tamil NaduDetails - StateDistrict Merit
District Merit Scholarship
Annual scholarship of ₹1,250 for Kerala students who secured A+ in all SSLC subjects and are pursuing Higher Secondary, VHSC, ITI, or Polytechnic courses.
KeralaDetails - CentralDr. Ambedkar PMS (EBC)
Dr. Ambedkar Post-Matric Scholarship for Economically Backward Classes (EBC)
Centrally sponsored post-matric scholarship providing maintenance allowance up to ₹750/month plus fee reimbursement for EBC students from the General category (not SC/ST/OBC) pursuing post-Class-10 education, with a family income ceiling of ₹1 lakh per annum.
Available across IndiaDetails - StateDr. Ambedkar PMS (Punjab)
Dr. Ambedkar Post-Matric Scholarship – Punjab
Up to ₹20,000 per year post-matric scholarship for SC/BC/OBC students in Punjab, covering Class 11 through PhD with a ₹25,000 one-time merit award and disability allowances.
PunjabDetails - StateEVR Nagammai Scheme
EVR Nagammai Free Education Scheme for Girls
State welfare scheme for economically weaker girls in Tamil Nadu providing free education and financial support at various educational levels from primary to postgraduate studies.
Tamil NaduDetails - CentralFFE Scholarship
Foundation for Excellence Scholarship
Merit-cum-means scholarship of ₹50,000 per annum (up to ₹1,00,000 for specific programs) for economically underprivileged students pursuing BE/B.Tech, MBBS, and 5-year Integrated Law degrees.
Available across IndiaDetails - StateFree Education (Professional Courses)
Free Education Scholarship for Professional Courses (Engineering, Medical, Agriculture, Veterinary, and Law)
Full fee waiver for BC, MBC, and DNC students of Tamil Nadu pursuing professional courses like Engineering, Medical, Agriculture, Veterinary, and Law in Government, Government-aided, and Self-financing colleges.
Tamil NaduDetails - StateGaon Ki Beti
Gaon Ki Beti Yojana
Madhya Pradesh government scholarship providing ₹500 per month (₹5,000 per year) to meritorious girl students from rural areas who have secured 60% or more in Class 12 and are pursuing undergraduate studies.
Madhya PradeshDetails - CentralGPAT Scholarship
GPAT Scholarship — Graduate Pharmacy Aptitude Test
₹30,890 per month for GPAT-qualified M.Pharm students, plus 15% weightage in PSU recruitment for GPAT-qualified candidates.
Available across IndiaDetails - StateHaryana BOCW Scholarship
Haryana BOCW Welfare Board – Scholarship for Professional/Technical Degree Courses
Full financial support for admission, tuition, and examination fees for children of registered construction workers in Haryana pursuing professional or technical degree courses.
HaryanaDetails - StateHaryana Minority Scholarship
Haryana Post Matric Scholarship for Minority
Admission/tuition fees up to ₹10,000 p.a. plus monthly maintenance allowance for minority community students in Haryana with family income ≤ ₹2,00,000 p.a.
HaryanaDetails - CentralParivartan ECSS
HDFC Bank Parivartan ECSS Scholarship
Annual scholarship of ₹15,000–₹75,000 for underprivileged Indian students from Class 1 through postgraduate level, priority given to those facing a recent family or financial crisis.
Available across IndiaDetails - StateHEA Gujarat
Higher Education Assistance Scheme
Financial assistance of up to ₹20,000 for children of registered workers in Gujarat who have passed 12th Standard with 70% or above and secured admission in graduate-level or MBBS courses.
GujaratDetails - CentralIET Scholarship
IET India Scholarship Award
A merit-based scholarship for undergraduate engineering students recognizing academic excellence, leadership, innovation, and technical aptitude. Top prize of ₹6,00,000 plus trophy and IET membership.
Available across IndiaDetails - CentralIOCL Scholarship
Indian Oil (IOCL) Academic Scholarship Scheme
Merit-cum-means scholarship of ₹1,000 to ₹3,000 per month for 2,600 meritorious students across India pursuing 10+2, ITI, Engineering, MBBS, or MBA courses.
Available across IndiaDetails - CentralINSPIRE SHE
INSPIRE Scholarship for Higher Education
A scholarship of ₹80,000 per year for top 1% Class 12 students pursuing B.Sc., B.S., or Integrated M.Sc. in Natural and Basic Sciences at recognized institutions across India.
Available across IndiaDetails - CentralIshan Uday
Ishan Uday Special Scholarship Scheme for North Eastern Region
₹5,400–₹7,800 per month UGC scholarship for students from North Eastern states pursuing undergraduate education at recognised institutions outside the NE Region.
Available across IndiaDetails - StateAP JVD
Jagananna Vidya Deevena Fee Reimbursement
100% fee reimbursement for economically underprivileged students in Andhra Pradesh pursuing Diploma, UG, or PG courses, with funds disbursed quarterly to the student’s mother’s bank account.
Andhra PradeshDetails - StateJai Bhim Coaching Delhi
Jai Bhim Mukhyamantri Pratibha Vikas Yojana
Delhi government scheme offering free coaching to SC/ST/OBC/EWS students for competitive examinations including UPSC Civil Services, SSC, banking, railways, and entrance tests like NEET and JEE.
DelhiDetails - Central + StateJK Tyre Shiksha Sarthi
JK Tyre Shiksha Sarthi Scholarship
One-time financial grant of up to ₹25,000 for daughters of Heavy Motor Vehicle (HMV) drivers pursuing undergraduate or diploma courses in select states, offered by JK Tyre & Industries Ltd. under its CSR initiative.
4 statesDetails - CentralJN Tata Endowment
JN Tata Endowment Loan Scholarship
Merit-based loan scholarship of ₹1 lakh to ₹20 lakh supporting Indian students pursuing higher education abroad, offered by The J.N. Tata Endowment.
Available across IndiaDetails - CentralK.C. Mahindra Scholarship
K.C. Mahindra Scholarship for Post-Graduate Studies Abroad
An interest-free loan scholarship of up to ₹10 lakh for Indian students pursuing full-time postgraduate studies at reputed universities abroad, awarded by the K.C. Mahindra Education Trust.
Available across IndiaDetails - StateKanyashree K3
Kanyashree Prakalpa – K3 Post-Graduate Component
West Bengal scholarship of ₹2,500/month (Science) or ₹2,000/month (Arts/Commerce) for former Kanyashree beneficiaries pursuing full-time postgraduate studies, with income restrictions waived.
West BengalDetails - StateKSHEC HEC
KSHEC Higher Education Scholarship Scheme
Kerala State Higher Education Council scholarship of ₹12,000–₹60,000 a year for meritorious, economically disadvantaged UG and PG students at Government/Aided colleges.
KeralaDetails - CentralL'Oréal Young Women in Science
L'Oréal India For Young Women in Science Scholarship
₹62,500 for undergraduates and up to ₹1,00,000 for postgraduate/PhD students — supporting talented young women from economically disadvantaged backgrounds in STEM fields.
Available across IndiaDetails - CentralLIC GJS
LIC Golden Jubilee Scholarship
Merit-cum-means scholarship for economically weaker students pursuing Medicine, Engineering, Graduation, Diploma, or ITI courses.
Available across IndiaDetails - CentralL&T Build India
L&T Build India Scholarship
CSR scholarship from Larsen & Toubro providing up to ₹60,000/year for engineering or ₹40,000/year for MBA, for meritorious first-year students from economically weaker sections.
Available across IndiaDetails - StatePhule Educational Concession
Mahatma Jyotirao Phule Educational Concession
A Maharashtra state government initiative providing comprehensive educational concessions, fee waivers, and financial support to students from economically weaker and marginalized communities, honoring the legacy of social reformer Mahatma Jyotirao Phule.
MaharashtraDetails - CentralMahindra MAITS
Mahindra ALL India Talent (MAITS) Scholarship
Merit-based scholarship for meritorious students across India pursuing undergraduate and postgraduate studies, with financial assistance of up to ₹5 lakh annually.
Available across IndiaDetails - CentralMCM Scholarship (Minority)
Merit-cum-Means Scholarship for Minority Students
Financial assistance of up to ₹20,000 per year for meritorious students from minority communities pursuing professional and technical courses at the graduate and postgraduate level in India.
Available across IndiaDetails - StateMKUY Intermediate Bihar
Mukhyamantri Kanya Utthan Yojana – Intermediate (Bihar)
Bihar government scheme providing ₹25,000 to unmarried girls who pass the Class 12 (Intermediate) examination from a Bihar board in the first division, to promote girls' education.
BiharDetails - StateMMVY
Mukhyamantri Medhavi Vidyarthi Yojana
Complete tuition fee coverage for meritorious students from economically weaker families in Madhya Pradesh pursuing undergraduate courses in engineering, medicine, law, and other streams.
Madhya PradeshDetails - StateMYSY Gujarat
Mukhyamantri Yuva Swavalamban Yojana (MYSY)
Scholarship of up to ₹2,00,000 per year for meritorious students from economically weaker families in Gujarat pursuing diploma, undergraduate, or professional courses.
GujaratDetails - CentralNai Udaan
Nai Udaan Scheme
Financial assistance of up to ₹1,00,000 for minority community candidates who clear the preliminary examinations of UPSC, State PSCs, or SSC CGL.
Available across IndiaDetails - StateNamo Saraswati Yojana
Namo Saraswati Vigyan Sadhana Yojana
Gujarat Government scholarship of ₹25,000 over two years for Class 11 and 12 science stream students, providing ₹1,000/month for 10 months each year plus ₹5,000 bonus on passing the Class 12 board exam.
GujaratDetails - CentralNarotam Sekhsaria
Narotam Sekhsaria Postgraduate Scholarship
A merit-based, interest-free loan scholarship of up to ₹20 lakh for outstanding Indian students pursuing postgraduate studies at prestigious institutions in India and abroad.
Available across IndiaDetails - CentralNMMS
National Means-cum-Merit Scholarship Scheme (NMMS)
A central government scholarship program supporting talented students from economically weaker sections pursuing secondary education, balancing merit-based selection with financial need to reduce school dropouts and encourage academic excellence.
Available across IndiaDetails - CentralNOS-ST
National Overseas Scholarship for Scheduled Tribes (ST) Students
A central sector scheme by the Ministry of Tribal Affairs providing full financial support to 20 ST students annually for pursuing Master’s, PhD, and Post-Doctoral research abroad at top QS-ranked universities.
Available across IndiaDetails - CentralNSIGSE
National Scheme of Incentive to Girls for Secondary Education (NSIGSE)
₹3,000 fixed deposit for SC/ST girls and KGBV graduates who enrol in Class IX in government schools, withdrawable at age 18 after passing Class X.
Available across IndiaDetails - CentralNBHM M.Sc. Scholarship
NBHM Scholarship for M.Sc. Students (Dept. of Atomic Energy)
Monthly stipend of ₹8,000 for up to two years for meritorious Mathematics and Statistics students pursuing M.Sc. programs, funded by the Department of Atomic Energy (DAE).
Available across IndiaDetails - CentralNEC Merit Scholarship
North Eastern Council (NEC) Merit Scholarship
Merit-based scholarship of ₹20,000 to ₹30,000 per year for students from North Eastern States pursuing Diploma, Degree, Postgraduate, M.Phil., or Ph.D. courses at recognised institutions across India.
8 statesDetails - StateOdisha BOC Scholarship
Odisha Nirman Shramik Kalyan Yojana — Scholarship for Children of Construction Workers
₹2,000 to ₹40,000 per year for children of registered construction workers in Odisha studying in Class 6 and above.
OdishaDetails - StateOECP-MEA
OEC Pre-matric Educational Assistance
Educational assistance of ₹320–₹940 per year for OEC students in Classes 1–10 studying in Government, Aided, or Unaided schools across Kerala.
KeralaDetails - CentralONGC Scholarship
ONGC Scholarship Scheme
₹48,000 per year (₹4,000 per month) scholarship by ONGC Foundation for meritorious students from economically weaker backgrounds pursuing professional courses, renewable each year based on academic performance.
Available across IndiaDetails - CentralOPJEMS
OP Jindal Engineering & Management Scholarship (OPJEMS)
A merit-based scholarship by the O.P. Jindal Group offering ₹80,000/year for engineering students and ₹1,50,000/year for management students at premier Indian institutes.
Available across IndiaDetails - StatePAMA
Perarignar Anna Memorial Award
₹3,000–₹5,000 per year for top 2 boys and 2 girls per district in Tamil Nadu from BC/MBC/DNC communities who secure the highest marks in Class 12 and pursue professional courses.
Tamil NaduDetails - CentralPG Indira Gandhi Scholarship
PG Indira Gandhi Scholarship for Single Girl Child
₹36,200 per annum for 2 years for single girl children pursuing a regular, full-time postgraduate degree at a UGC-recognised institution.
Available across IndiaDetails - CentralPMSS CAPF & AR
Prime Minister's Scholarship Scheme for Central Armed Police Forces & Assam Rifles
A monthly scholarship of ₹2,500 (boys) / ₹3,000 (girls) for wards and widows of CAPFs & Assam Rifles personnel pursuing professional degree courses, implemented by the Ministry of Home Affairs.
Available across IndiaDetails - CentralPM Special Scholarship J&K/Ladakh
PM Special Scholarship Scheme for J&K and Ladakh Students
Central scholarship scheme for meritorious students from Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh pursuing higher education, with comprehensive financial support and special provisions for resident students.
Available across IndiaDetails - CentralPM-USP CSSS
Pradhan Mantri Uchchatar Shiksha Protsahan (PM-USP) Central Sector Scheme of Scholarship for College and University Students
Up to 82,000 fresh scholarships per year for meritorious students from families with income up to ₹4.5 lakh — ₹12,000/year at graduation, ₹20,000/year at post-graduation — awarded by the Ministry of Education based on Class XII board results.
Available across IndiaDetails - CentralPM-YASASVI
PM-YASASVI Post-Matric Scholarship
Centrally sponsored scholarship for OBC, EBC, and DNT students covering tuition fee reimbursement and a maintenance allowance for post-matriculation courses, with a family income limit of ₹2.5 lakh per annum.
Available across IndiaDetails - CentralPM-YASASVI
PM Young Achievers Scholarship Award Scheme for Vibrant India
An umbrella scholarship scheme for OBC, EBC, and DNT students providing financial support from pre-matric to top-class college education, with family income up to ₹2.5 lakh per annum.
Available across IndiaDetails - CentralPG URH
Post Graduate Scholarship for University Rank Holders Scheme
A monthly scholarship of ₹3,100 for 1st and 2nd rank holders at the undergraduate level pursuing a regular full-time Master's degree in recognised institutions across India.
Available across IndiaDetails - CentralAICTE PG Scholarship
Post Graduate Scholarship Scheme for GATE/GPAT Qualified Students-AICTE
₹12,400 per month scholarship for GATE/CEED qualified students admitted to AICTE-approved PG programmes in engineering and design.
Available across IndiaDetails - CentralPG Scholarship SC/ST
Post-Graduate Scholarships for Professional Courses for SC/ST Candidates
₹4,500 per month scholarship for 1,000 SC/ST students pursuing first-year postgraduate professional courses (Engineering, Management, Pharmacy, etc.) at recognised Indian institutions through UGC.
Available across IndiaDetails - CentralOBC Post-Matric Scholarship
Post Matric Scholarship for OBC Students
Central government scholarship for Other Backward Class (OBC) students studying at post-matriculation level, covering maintenance allowance, tuition fees, and other charges.
Available across IndiaDetails - CentralPost Matric SC Scholarship
Post Matric Scholarship for SC Students
Central scholarship scheme for meritorious Scheduled Caste (SC) students pursuing higher education (undergraduate and postgraduate), covering tuition fees, living allowances, and special provisions.
Available across IndiaDetails - CentralPMS ST
Post Matric Scholarship Scheme for Scheduled Tribe Students for Studies in India
Centrally sponsored scholarship providing 100% tuition fee reimbursement and ₹230–₹1,200 per month maintenance allowance to Scheduled Tribe students pursuing post-matriculation to postgraduate studies in India.
Available across IndiaDetails - CentralPragati Diploma
Pragati Scholarship Scheme For Girl Students (Technical Diploma)
₹50,000 per year (up to 3 years for 1st-year entry, 2 years for lateral entry) for girl students in AICTE-approved diploma programmes, for residents of specified Union Territories and North Eastern States.
4 statesDetails - CentralMinority Pre-Matric
Pre-Matric Scholarship for Minority Students
Central scholarship for minority-community students in Classes 1–10, providing ₹100–₹600/month plus annual book grants to improve retention and enrolment.
Available across IndiaDetails - CentralPre-Matric Scholarship (Unclean Occupation)
Award of Pre-matric Scholarship to the Students Whose Parents Are Engaged in Unclean Occupation
A central government scholarship program supporting students from economically disadvantaged families whose parents are engaged in occupations classified as unclean or manual scavenging work, enabling educational access and social mobility for vulnerable sections.
Available across IndiaDetails - CentralPMSS RPF/RPSF
Prime Minister's Scholarship Scheme (PMSS) for Wards of RPF/RPSF Personnel
Scholarship of ₹2,500/month (male) and ₹3,000/month (female) for dependent wards and widows of serving/ex-RPF/RPSF personnel pursuing professional degree courses in India.
Available across IndiaDetails - StatePunjab BOCW Stipend
Punjab BOCW Board Stipend Scholarship Scheme
Annual financial assistance of ₹3,000 to ₹70,000 for children of registered construction workers in Punjab, from primary to degree courses, offered by the Punjab Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board.
PunjabDetails - StateRIMC Scholarship
R. I. M. C. Dehradun Scholarship
₹4,000 per month from the Government of Tamil Nadu for Tamil Nadu students studying at the Rashtriya Indian Military College (RIMC), Dehradun.
Tamil NaduDetails - StateShahu Maharaj EBC
Rajarshi Shahu Maharaj Shikshan Shulk Shishyavrutti Yojna (EBC)
Maharashtra government scheme providing 50%–100% tuition and exam fee reimbursement to economically backward students (EBC) pursuing professional and non-professional PG courses, with family income up to ₹8 lakh.
MaharashtraDetails - CentralRBL Shiksha
RBL Bank Shiksha Scholarship
Up to ₹20,000 per year scholarship for first-year undergraduate students from economically weaker families, with a minimum of 60% in Class 10 and Class 12.
Available across IndiaDetails - CentralRF PG Scholarship
Reliance Foundation Postgraduate Scholarships
Up to ₹6,00,000 scholarship plus mentorship for Indian PG students in technology and science fields with GATE 550+ or UG CGPA 7.5+.
Available across IndiaDetails - CentralSBI Asha Scholarship
SBI Asha Scholarship Programme
An annual scholarship of ₹15,000 for meritorious students from economically weaker sections studying in Classes 6 through second-year undergraduate at recognised institutions across India.
Available across IndiaDetails - StateST Dashamottar (UK)
Scheduled Tribe Dashamottar Scholarship (Starting from Class 11) - Uttarakhand
Uttarakhand state scholarship covering tuition fees plus a monthly maintenance allowance of ₹230–₹1,200 for Scheduled Tribe students from Class 11 onward.
UttarakhandDetails - CentralSiemens SSP
Siemens Scholarship Program
Full tuition fee reimbursement for all 4 years of engineering at government colleges, plus book/hostel allowances, with 50% reservation for girl students. Includes internship at Siemens and partner MNCs.
Available across IndiaDetails - CentralSitaram Jindal Scholarship
Sitaram Jindal Foundation Scholarship
A merit-cum-means private scholarship by Sitaram Jindal Foundation offering ₹500 to ₹3,200 per month for students from Class 11 to postgraduate and professional courses across India.
Available across IndiaDetails - CentralSSSJKL
Special Scholarship Scheme for J&K and Ladakh (SSSJKL)
₹30,000 to ₹3 lakh per year scholarship for domicile residents of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh pursuing general, engineering, or medical undergraduate courses through AICTE.
2 statesDetails - CentralDGFT Internship
Summer Internship Scheme of DGFT
₹10,000 per month internship for students with a graduation degree in Public Policy, Economics, Finance, Management, or Law from reputed institutions.
Available across IndiaDetails - StateSVMCM
Swami Vivekananda Merit-cum-Means Scholarship (West Bengal)
Monthly scholarship of ₹1,000–₹8,000 for West Bengal students from Classes 11–12 to postgraduate level, with 60% minimum marks and family income below ₹2.5 lakh per annum.
West BengalDetails - StateTN BC/MBC/DNC Scholarship
Tamil Nadu Post-Matric Scholarship for BC/MBC/DNC Students
Tamil Nadu Government scholarship covering tuition fee, special fee, exam fee, and book money for BC, MBC, and DNC students pursuing ITI, diploma, UG, PG, professional, and Ph.D. courses, with a family income limit of ₹2.5 lakh per annum.
Tamil NaduDetails - CentralTata Capital Pankh
Tata Capital Pankh Scholarship
Up to 80% of tuition fees (₹10,000–₹1,00,000 depending on course level and marks) for meritorious students from economically weaker families studying in Class 11–12, ITI, Diploma, UG, or professional degree programmes, administered via Buddy4Study.
Available across IndiaDetails - StateTS ePASS PMS
Telangana ePASS Post-Matric Scholarship
Full tuition fee reimbursement and maintenance allowance for SC, ST, BC, EBC, Minority and Disabled students pursuing post-matric courses in Telangana, with income limits ranging from ₹1,00,000 to ₹2,50,000 per annum depending on category.
TelanganaDetails - StateMP Vikramaditya
Vikramaditya Scholarship Scheme – Madhya Pradesh
Financial assistance of up to ₹2,500 per year for meritorious BPL General Category students pursuing undergraduate education at government or government-aided colleges in Madhya Pradesh.
Madhya PradeshDetails
Fellowships & Research Grants45
JRF, SRF, and fellowship support for MPhil and PhD scholars from UGC, CSIR, and DST.
- CentralAICTE Mitacs GRI
AICTE – Mitacs Globalink Research Internship (GRI) Scheme
Fully funded 12-week international research internship sending Indian undergraduate engineering/technology students to Canadian universities, with CAD $12,000 in combined funding from Mitacs and AICTE covering airfare, housing, stipend, and medical insurance.
Available across IndiaDetails - CentralAICTE DCPF
AICTE - Distinguished Chair Professor Fellowship
Fellowship providing an honorarium of ₹10,000/- to highly qualified superannuated professionals with exceptional contributions in their field, to motivate and inspire students and faculty at AICTE-approved institutes.
Available across IndiaDetails - CentralAICTE ADF
AICTE Doctoral Fellowship (ADF)
National research fellowship providing ₹37,000/month (JRF) and ₹42,000/month (SRF) to meritorious full-time Ph.D. scholars at AICTE-approved institutions, covering technical fields aligned with AICTE-prescribed thrust areas.
Available across IndiaDetails - CentralAICTE IDEA Lab
AICTE IDEA Lab Scheme
Grant of up to 50% (approx. ₹55 lakh) per institution to establish state-of-the-art innovation labs in AICTE-approved technical institutions, fostering hands-on prototyping, creativity, and interdisciplinary problem-solving aligned with NEP 2020.
Available across IndiaDetails - CentralAICTE-INAE Travel Grant
AICTE-INAE Travel Grant Scheme for Engineering Students from AICTE Approved Engineering College/Institution
Financial assistance of up to ₹1,00,000 for engineering students from AICTE-approved institutions to present research papers at international scientific events abroad.
Available across IndiaDetails - CentralAICTE SPICES
AICTE Scheme for Promoting Interests, Creativity and Ethics among Students (SPICES)
Financial assistance of ₹1,00,000 (with matching institution contribution) to AICTE-approved institutions for developing model student clubs.
Available across IndiaDetails - CentralANRF N-PDF
ANRF National Postdoctoral Fellowship (N-PDF)
₹60,000/month (JRF) or ₹65,000/month (SRF) for postdoctoral researchers in science and engineering, for up to 2 years.
Available across IndiaDetails - CentralANRF PM ECRG
ANRF PM Early Career Research Grant (PM ECRG)
₹60 lakh over 3 years for early-career researchers with a Ph.D., for undertaking independent research in science and engineering. Around 700 grants awarded annually.
Available across IndiaDetails - CentralUGC BSR Fellowship
BSR Fellowship Scheme for Science Students (UGC)
JRF at ₹24,800/month + SRF at ₹27,900/month for meritorious candidates pursuing Ph.D. in Sciences at eligible universities, implemented by UGC under the Ministry of Education.
Available across IndiaDetails - StateCSMNRF
Chhatrapati Shahu Maharaj National Research Fellowship (CSMNRF)
Monthly fellowship with HRA and contingency support by SARTHI, Maharashtra for full-time PhD scholars from eligible communities pursuing research in recognized universities and institutions.
MaharashtraDetails - CentralCRS
Collaborative Research Scheme (CRS)
A central research funding initiative promoting collaborative research between academic institutions, government laboratories, and industry partners to address critical national challenges and accelerate innovation in science, technology, and engineering domains.
Available across IndiaDetails - CentralCSIR RA
CSIR Research Associateship (RA)
₹36,000 to ₹40,000 per month plus HRA for Ph.D. holders to conduct research at CSIR laboratories, for up to 5 years.
Available across IndiaDetails - CentralCSIR SRF-Direct
CSIR Senior Research Fellowship (SRF-Direct)
₹42,000/month fellowship for eligible research scholars in Science & Technology and Medical Sciences, awarded directly by CSIR-HRDG to candidates with prior research experience and publications.
Available across IndiaDetails - StateKosambi Fellowship
D. D. Kosambi Research Fellowship Scheme
Fellowship up to ₹15,000–₹30,000 per month for Goan scholars pursuing interdisciplinary research in Goan history, culture, arts, and social studies.
GoaDetails - CentralDBT-JRF (BET)
DBT Junior Research Fellowship — Category-II (via Biotechnology Eligibility Test, BET)
Fellowship for PhD research in biotechnology via the BET exam — Rs. 37,000/month (JRF) rising to Rs. 42,000/month (SRF), plus HRA and contingency grant.
Available across IndiaDetails - CentralDBT RRF
DBT Ramalingaswami Re-entry Fellowship
Prestigious fellowship of ₹1,35,000 per month plus ₹13 lakh annual research grant for Indian scientists working overseas to return and pursue cutting-edge biotechnology and life sciences research at Indian institutions.
Available across IndiaDetails - CentralDBT-RA
DBT Research Associateship (DBT-RA)
Postdoctoral research associateship of ₹55,000 per month plus HRA for PhD, MD, or M.S. degree holders pursuing biotechnology and life sciences research.
Available across IndiaDetails - CentralDSKPDF
Dr. D.S. Kothari Postdoctoral Fellowship
UGC-funded postdoctoral fellowship offering ₹43,400–₹46,500 per month plus an annual ₹1,00,000 contingency grant to PhD graduates in Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine.
Available across IndiaDetails - CentralUGC Post-Doctoral Fellowship
Dr. S. Radhakrishnan Post-Doctoral Fellowship
₹50,000/month fellowship plus ₹50,000/year contingency for PhD holders under 35 to pursue post-doctoral research at Indian universities.
Available across IndiaDetails - CentralINSPIRE Fellowship
DST INSPIRE Fellowship (for Doctoral Research)
Up to 1,000 fellowships per year providing ₹37,000/month (JRF) and ₹42,000/month (SRF) to meritorious students aged 22–27 pursuing Ph.D. in Basic and Applied Sciences at recognised institutions across India.
Available across IndiaDetails - CentralICAR JRF/SRF PGS
ICAR Junior & Senior Research Fellowship for Post-Graduate Studies
₹12,640/month for Master's (JRF) or ₹35,000/month plus contingency grant for PhD (SRF) research fellows selected via the ICAR entrance examination in Agricultural Sciences.
Available across IndiaDetails - CentralICSSR Doctoral Fellowship
ICSSR Doctoral Fellowship
Prestigious national fellowship scheme by the Indian Council of Social Science Research for meritorious doctoral researchers pursuing advanced studies in social sciences disciplines across Indian universities.
Available across IndiaDetails - CentralICSSR PDF
ICSSR Post-Doctoral Fellowship
₹31,000 monthly fellowship and ₹20,000 annual contingency grant for two years for Indian PhD holders under 45 in social sciences.
Available across IndiaDetails - CentralIndiaAI Fellowship
IndiaAI Fellowship (MeitY – Digital India Corporation)
A prestigious fellowship by MeitY for students pursuing AI/ML programmes at IndiaAI partner institutions, offering up to ₹80,000/month for PhD scholars with research and travel grants.
Available across IndiaDetails - CentralINSPIRE Faculty Fellowship
INSPIRE Faculty Fellowship
Prestigious central fellowship scheme by DST for meritorious science researchers and faculty members pursuing cutting-edge research in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) fields.
Available across IndiaDetails - CentralISI Stipend Scheme
Stipend Scheme for UG, PG and Diploma Students – Indian Statistical Institute
Monthly stipend of ₹3,000 to ₹12,400 and annual contingency grants for students enrolled in B.Stat, B.Math, M.Stat, M.Math, M.Tech, and PG Diploma programmes at the Indian Statistical Institute.
Available across IndiaDetails - CentralUGC JRF
Junior Research Fellowship in Sciences, Humanities and Social Sciences
JRF of ₹37,000/month (2 yrs) and SRF of ₹42,000/month (3 yrs) plus contingency grants for NET-qualified candidates pursuing full-time PhD.
Available across IndiaDetails - StateMahaJyoti PhD Fellowship
MahaJyoti PhD Research Fellowship
A monthly fellowship of ₹37,000 (JRF) / ₹42,000 (SRF) for OBC, VJNT, and SBC category scholars pursuing full-time PhD research in Maharashtra, implemented by MAHAJYOTI.
MaharashtraDetails - CentralMANF
Maulana Azad National Fellowship (MANF)
UGC doctoral fellowship for students from six notified minority communities pursuing M.Phil./Ph.D. research at recognized Indian universities, with a monthly stipend and contingency grant.
Available across IndiaDetails - CentralNF-OBC
National Fellowship for OBC Students
JRF at ₹31,000/month for 2 years and SRF at ₹35,000/month for 3 years for OBC students pursuing M.Phil. or Ph.D. at UGC-recognised universities, with 1,000 slots annually.
Available across IndiaDetails - CentralNFSC
National Fellowship for Scheduled Caste Students (NFSC)
Monthly fellowship for SC students pursuing full-time M.Phil. or Ph.D. — JRF ₹37,000 for 2 years, then SRF ₹42,000, plus HRA and contingency.
Available across IndiaDetails - CentralNFPwD
National Fellowship for Students with Disabilities
200 fellowships per year providing ₹37,000/month (JRF) and ₹42,000/month (SRF) to students with benchmark disabilities (40%+) pursuing M.Phil or Ph.D. at UGC-recognised institutions across India, with no income ceiling.
Available across IndiaDetails - CentralST Fellowship & Scholarship
National Fellowship and Scholarship for Higher Education of ST Students
Central scholarship and fellowship programme for meritorious Scheduled Tribe (ST) students pursuing postgraduate and research studies, with monthly stipends and contingency grants.
Available across IndiaDetails - CentralNCERT PhD Fellowship
NCERT Doctoral Fellowship
Monthly stipend of up to ₹25,000 with an annual contingency grant of ₹10,000 for full-time PhD students conducting research in education and related disciplines at recognized Indian universities.
Available across IndiaDetails - CentralUGC PDFW
Post Doctoral Fellowship To Women Candidates
UGC fellowship of ₹38,800–₹46,500 per month for unemployed women PhD holders to pursue advanced post-doctoral research in Science, Engineering, Humanities, and Social Sciences at Indian universities for up to 5 years.
Available across IndiaDetails - CentralPMFDR
Prime Minister’s Fellowship for Doctoral Research
A prestigious public-private fellowship by ANRF (DST) and CII offering enhanced stipend (₹55,000–₹72,800/month) for full-time PhD scholars conducting industry-relevant research, with 50% co-funding from a partner company.
Available across IndiaDetails - CentralPMRF
Prime Minister's Research Fellowship
A prestigious central government research fellowship program identifying and supporting exceptional researchers and PhD scholars to pursue cutting-edge research in science, technology, and engineering domains, aiming to develop world-class research talent and strengthen India's research ecosystem.
Available across IndiaDetails - CentralNFSC (RGNF)
Rajiv Gandhi National Fellowship for Scheduled Caste Candidates
2,000 fellowships per year providing ₹25,000/month (JRF) and ₹28,000/month (SRF) plus HRA and contingency grants to SC students pursuing regular, full-time M.Phil or Ph.D. at Indian universities, with 3% seats reserved for SC candidates with disabilities.
Available across IndiaDetails - CentralSJSGC Fellowship
Savitribai Jyotirao Phule Fellowship for Single Girl Child
UGC fellowship providing ₹3,100 per month plus HRA to single girl children pursuing full-time MPhil or PhD research at a recognised university.
Available across IndiaDetails - CentralHigher Education Abroad Scholarship (Open Category)
Scholarships For Higher Education Abroad To Meritorious Boys And Girls From Open Category
A central government scholarship program supporting meritorious students from the open category pursuing higher education at premier foreign universities, enabling international academic exposure and research opportunities while reducing financial barriers.
Available across IndiaDetails - CentralUGC Single Girl Child Fellowship
Swami Vivekananda Single Girl Child Fellowship for Research in Social Sciences
Fellowship of ₹25,000–₹28,000/month plus contingency for single girl children pursuing a PhD in Social Sciences, by UGC.
Available across IndiaDetails - CentralTagore National Fellowship
Tagore National Fellowship for Cultural Research
Prestigious central fellowship scheme for meritorious researchers pursuing advanced studies in Indian culture, heritage, arts, literature, and humanities, with comprehensive research support and monthly stipends.
Available across IndiaDetails - StateTN CMRF
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister's Research Fellowship
₹25,000 per month state fellowship for meritorious TN students pursuing full-time PhD at recognised state universities, with a three-year tenure and phased progression review.
Tamil NaduDetails - CentralMeitY PhD Scheme
Visvesvaraya PhD Scheme for Electronics & IT
MeitY-funded PhD fellowship providing ₹38,750/month (years 1–2) and ₹43,750/month (years 3–5) to increase the number of PhDs in Electronics System Design & Manufacturing (ESDM) and IT/ITES sectors.
Available across IndiaDetails - CentralWISE-KIRAN
Women in Science and Engineering-KIRAN (WISE-KIRAN)
An umbrella scheme of DST providing research fellowships, post-doctoral support, and career re-entry opportunities for women in STEM across multiple programmes including WISE-PhD, WISE-PDF, WIDUSHI, and WISE-SCOPE.
Available across IndiaDetails
Education Loans9
Government-backed education loans and interest subsidy for students pursuing higher and professional courses.
- StateBSCC
Bihar Student Credit Card Scheme
Education loan of up to ₹4 lakh at 0% interest for Class 12 pass students of Bihar to pursue higher education in recognised technical, professional, and general courses.
BiharDetails - CentralCSIS
Central Sector Interest Subsidy Scheme (CSIS) on Education Loans
Full interest subsidy on education loans during the course and moratorium period for economically weaker students (family income ≤ ₹4.5 lakh) pursuing professional and technical courses in India.
Available across IndiaDetails - CentralCGFSEL
Credit Guarantee Fund Scheme for Education Loans (CGFSEL)
Government-backed credit guarantee enabling collateral-free education loans up to ₹7.5 lakh — 75% of default amount covered by the Fund, with no third-party guarantee required for loans up to ₹4 lakh.
Available across IndiaDetails - CentralDr. Ambedkar Interest Subsidy (OBC/EBC)
Dr. Ambedkar Central Sector Scheme of Interest Subsidy on Educational Loans for Overseas Studies for Other Backward Classes (OBCs) and Economically Backward Classes (EBCs)
Government-paid interest subsidy, on education loans up to ₹20,00,000, for OBC and EBC students pursuing approved overseas Master's, MPhil, or PhD courses.
Available across IndiaDetails - StateGUEEDC Foreign Loan
Foreign Study Loan Scheme (GUEEDC)
Education loan of up to ₹15 lakh at 4% simple interest per annum for unreserved category students from Gujarat pursuing MBBS, post-graduation, or PG diploma courses abroad.
GujaratDetails - CentralNBCFDC Education Loan
NBCFDC Education Loan Scheme
Subsidised education loan for OBC students pursuing professional, technical, or vocational courses — up to ₹15 lakh (India) or ₹20 lakh (abroad) at 3.5–4% interest with a 5-year moratorium.
Available across IndiaDetails - CentralPadho Pardesh
Padho Pardesh Scheme
100% interest subsidy on education loans for overseas studies during the moratorium period for students from minority communities pursuing Masters, M.Phil., or Ph.D. abroad.
Available across IndiaDetails - CentralPM Vidyalaxmi
Prime Minister Vidyalaxmi Scheme
75% government credit guarantee on education loans up to ₹7.5 lakh for meritorious students admitted to India's top 860 QHEIs.
Available across IndiaDetails - CentralVidya Lakshmi
Vidya Lakshmi Education Loan Scheme
A comprehensive central government education loan facilitation scheme providing subsidized and non-subsidized loans to students pursuing higher education in India and abroad, with income-contingent repayment options and special concessions for economically weaker sections.
Available across IndiaDetails
Technical Education23
AICTE-approved grants and support for students in engineering, management, pharmacy, and diploma programmes.
- StateBCDD Overseas
BCDD Overseas Scholarship (Kerala)
Up to ₹10 lakh financial assistance for OBC students from Kerala pursuing postgraduate or doctoral studies at international universities.
KeralaDetails - CentralCBSE Udaan
CBSE Udaan Scheme for Girl Students
Free coaching and study material for meritorious girl students from economically weaker sections to prepare for engineering entrance examinations (JEE Main/Advanced, NEET) during Class 11 and 12.
Available across IndiaDetails - StateCM Higher Education CG
Chief Minister Higher Education Promotion Scholarship – Chhattisgarh
Monthly scholarship for SC/ST students in Chhattisgarh pursuing UG, PG, or PhD — ₹1,000–₹3,500/month depending on level, plus a possible book grant.
ChhattisgarhDetails - CentralCSIR Fellowship
CSIR (PhD) Fellowship
Monthly fellowship for PhD research in Science & Technology — JRF ₹37,000 for 2 years, then SRF ₹42,000, plus HRA and contingency.
Available across IndiaDetails - CentralCTSSS
Cultural Talent Search Scholarship Scheme (CTSSS)
₹3,600/year plus up to ₹9,000/year tuition reimbursement for talented children aged 10–14 in Music, Dance, Painting, and other arts.
Available across IndiaDetails - StateDelhi BOCW Education
Delhi BOCW Board Education Assistance Scheme
Up to ₹1,20,000 per year for higher and professional education of children of registered construction workers in Delhi.
DelhiDetails - StateDr. Punjabrao Deshmukh Hostel Allowance
Dr. Panjabrao Deshmukh Hostel Maintenance Allowance
Hostel maintenance allowance up to ₹30,000 per year for students from economically weaker sections pursuing medical degree courses in Maharashtra.
MaharashtraDetails - Statee-Medhabruti
e-Medhabruti Scholarship Scheme (Technical and Professional), Odisha 2026-27
₹20,000 per annum for meritorious Odisha-domiciled students pursuing regular technical and professional UG/PG degree programmes.
OdishaDetails - StateDU Financial Support
Financial Support Scheme — University of Delhi
Full or partial tuition fee waiver (up to ₹15,000) for undergraduate and postgraduate students of the University of Delhi with annual family income below ₹8 lakh.
DelhiDetails - CentralIDFC Engineering
IDFC FIRST Bank Engineering Scholarship Program
₹4,00,000 over four years (₹1 lakh per year) for first-year B.Tech/B.E. students from families with annual income below ₹6 lakh, studying at select eligible engineering colleges across India.
Available across IndiaDetails - CentralInlaks Scholarship
Inlaks Shivdasani Foundation Scholarship
Prestigious merit-based scholarship funding Indian students to pursue Master's, M.Phil., or Doctoral programs abroad at top universities.
Available across IndiaDetails - StateVasathi Deevena
Jagananna Vasathi Deevena – Hostel & Mess Support
Andhra Pradesh Direct Benefit Transfer of ₹10,000–₹20,000 a year for hostel and mess expenses of underprivileged ITI, Polytechnic/Diploma, and degree students.
Andhra PradeshDetails - StateKanya Saksharta Protsahan
Kanya Saksharta Protsahan Yojana
One-time financial incentive of ₹3,000 for SC, ST, and Vimukt/Nomadic/Semi-Nomadic Tribe girl students in Madhya Pradesh who pass Class 10 and enroll in Class 11 as regular students.
Madhya PradeshDetails - CentralNOS
National Overseas Scholarship Scheme for SC etc. Candidates
Financial assistance for SC, DNT, Nomadic & Semi-Nomadic Tribes, Landless Agricultural Labourers, and Traditional Artisans to pursue Master's and Ph.D. degrees abroad.
Available across IndiaDetails - CentralNaya Savera
Naya Savera – Free Coaching Scheme for Minorities
Free coaching for students from 6 notified minority communities for competitive examinations including UPSC, SSC, Banking, NEET, JEE, CLAT, and State PSC, with stipend and study material support.
Available across IndiaDetails - StateRCFSCSPC
Reimbursement of College Fees for Scheduled Caste Students in Professional Colleges (Top 20)
Reimbursement of tuition and examination fees for Scheduled Caste students from Puducherry who score above 75% in HSC and secure a Top 20 rank in professional college admissions.
Tamil NaduDetails - StateTN First Graduate Concession
Tamil Nadu First Graduate Tuition Fee Concession Scheme
Full tuition fee waiver for the first graduate in a family pursuing professional courses (Engineering, Medical, etc.) through single-window counselling in Tamil Nadu.
Tamil NaduDetails - CentralCVC Internship
Central Vigilance Commission (CVC) Internship Scheme
Short-term unpaid internship opportunity at CVC Headquarters, New Delhi for graduates, postgraduates, and research students to gain exposure to India's anti-corruption and vigilance framework.
Available across IndiaDetails - CentralEXCEL
Employability Excellence with College Education & Learning (EXCEL)
Skill development initiative integrating employability-focused training with regular college education to make students industry-ready.
Available across IndiaDetails - CentralELSTP
Employment Linked Skill Training Programme (ELSTP)
Free industry-relevant skill training with employment opportunities for eligible youth and job seekers.
Available across IndiaDetails - CentralNATS
National Apprenticeship Training Scheme (NATS)
One-year structured on-the-job industry training with monthly stipend of ₹4,800–₹6,150 for graduates, diploma holders, and vocational pass-outs.
Available across IndiaDetails - CentralNREIS
National Renewable Energy Internship Scheme (NREIS)
₹15,000 monthly stipend from the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy for physical, on-site interns gaining exposure to renewable energy technologies and policy.
Available across IndiaDetails - CentralTEC Internship
TEC Internship Scheme
A stipend-based internship of ₹15,000 per month offered by the Telecommunication Engineering Centre (TEC), providing practical exposure to telecommunications, ICT standards, testing, and policy for UG, PG, and PhD students.
Available across IndiaDetails
Minority & Girl Students5
Dedicated scholarships for girl students and students from minority communities - Muslim, Sikh, Christian, and Buddhist.
- CentralBSY
Balika Samridhi Yojana
One-time post-birth grant of ₹500 plus annual scholarships of ₹300–₹1,000 up to Class 10 for girl children of Below Poverty Line families. Currently inactive for new enrolments.
Available across IndiaDetails - StateKarnataka Deepika
Deepika Student Scholarship Programme
A scholarship of ₹30,000 per year for girl students who completed Class 12 / II PUC from a government or government-aided institution in Karnataka and are pursuing degree or diploma programmes.
KarnatakaDetails - StateMKUY Graduation Incentive
Mukhyamantri Kanya Utthan Yojana – Graduation Incentive
A one-time incentive of ₹50,000 for unmarried female graduates of Bihar to promote higher education retention, prevent early marriage, and foster financial independence.
BiharDetails - StatePudhumai Penn
Pudhumai Penn Scheme (Moovalur Ramamirtham Ammaiyar Higher Education Assurance)
₹1,000 per month stipend for girls from government schools in Tamil Nadu pursuing their first full-time UG degree, diploma, or ITI.
Tamil NaduDetails - StateRGIS
Rural Girls' Incentive Scheme
A Tamil Nadu government scheme providing ₹500–₹1,000 per annum to rural girl students from MBC/DNC communities studying in Classes III–VI at government schools.
Tamil NaduDetails
Differently Abled / Divyang8
Scholarships, fellowships, and overseas opportunities for students with disabilities under RPwD Act, 2016.
- CentralNOS-SWD
National Overseas Scholarship for Persons with Disabilities
Comprehensive financial support for Indian students with disabilities (40%+) to pursue Masters or PhD at recognised foreign universities, covering maintenance allowance, tuition fees, travel, medical insurance, and assistive equipment.
Available across IndiaDetails - CentralNSPD
National Scholarship for Persons with Disabilities
Up to ₹50,000 per year scholarship for Indian students with benchmark disabilities (40%+) pursuing UG, PG, or professional courses through the National Scholarship Portal.
Available across IndiaDetails - CentralNHFDC Scholarship
NHFDC Scholarship Scheme for Students with Disabilities
Up to 2,500 scholarships per year providing maintenance allowance of ₹2,500–₹3,000/month, fee reimbursement, and assistive device grants for students with 40%+ disability pursuing professional or technical graduation and post-graduation courses, with a family income ceiling of ₹3 lakh per annum.
Available across IndiaDetails - CentralPMS-SwD
Post Matric Scholarship Students With Disabilities
A central government scholarship for students with benchmark disabilities offering maintenance allowance of ₹550–₹1,600/month, disability allowance of ₹2,000–₹4,000/year, and book allowance of ₹1,500/year.
Available across IndiaDetails - CentralPre-Matric SwD
Pre Matric Scholarship For Students With Disabilities
A central government pre-matric scholarship for students with benchmark disabilities in Classes IX and X offering maintenance allowance of ₹500–₹800/month, book grant of ₹1,000/year, and disability allowance of ₹2,000–₹4,000/year.
Available across IndiaDetails - StateRATVIP
Readers Allowance to Visually Impaired Persons
Annual financial assistance to visually impaired students to hire readers for their education from Class 9 onwards.
Tamil NaduDetails - StateScholarship (I–VIII)
Scholarship (I to VIII Standard) by Welfare of Differently Abled Persons
Annual financial assistance of ₹1,000 (Class 1–5) or ₹3,000 (Class 6–8) for differently abled students of Tamil Nadu in government-recognized schools to purchase books and notebooks.
Tamil NaduDetails - CentralTCE Disabilities
Top Class Education for Students with Disabilities
Full tuition fee coverage plus a living allowance, book grant, and one-time computer and aids/devices grants for disabled students pursuing full-time diploma, UG, or PG courses.
Available across IndiaDetails
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Post-matric scholarships and fellowships for students from Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, and OBC categories.
Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar National Research Fellowship (BANRF)
A Maharashtra Government fellowship by BARTI supporting Scheduled Caste (SC) scholars pursuing full-time M.Phil./Ph.D. research with JRF/SRF stipends and annual contingency grants.
Devnarayan Pre-Matric Scholarship Scheme
Monthly scholarship of ₹50–₹120 for students from Extremely Backward Classes in Rajasthan (Classes 6–10), including free education, accommodation, meals, uniforms, and books.
Free Coaching and Allied Scheme (for SCs, OBCs, and PM CARES beneficiaries)
Quality coaching for SC, OBC, and PM CARES beneficiaries to prepare for competitive exams and professional courses, with coaching fee coverage up to ₹75,000 and a monthly stipend of up to ₹6,000.
Instrumental Assistance for Medical, Engineering, Diploma Students (SEBC), Gujarat
One-time financial assistance of up to ₹10,000 per year for SEBC students in Gujarat pursuing Medical, Engineering, or Diploma courses to help purchase essential study instruments and equipment.
Meghalaya BOCW Board Educational Assistance
Monthly stipends of ₹400 to ₹800 plus one-time grants for books and uniforms for children of registered construction workers in Meghalaya, covering post-matric degree and PG courses.
Mother Teresa Scholarship
₹15,000 per annum for minority community students in Kerala pursuing diploma nursing and paramedical courses.
Mukhyamantri Gyan Protsahan Yojana – Chhattisgarh
A one-time financial incentive of ₹15,000 for SC/ST students who perform meritoriously in the CGBSE Class 10 and Class 12 board examinations in Chhattisgarh.
Mukhyamantri Gyan Sadhana Merit Scholarship Scheme
Merit-based scholarship of ₹20,000–₹25,000 per year for 25,000 meritorious students in Gujarat who studied Class 1–8 in government or aided schools, to support their education up to Class 12.
National Overseas Scholarship
Financial support for students from SC, DNT, Landless Agricultural Labourer, and Traditional Artisan communities to pursue Master's or PhD studies abroad, covering maintenance, tuition, travel, and medical insurance.
Oasis Scholarship for SC/ST Students
Financial grants for SC/ST students in West Bengal — maintenance allowance and full tuition reimbursement from Class 9 to PhD.
ONGC Scholarship for Meritorious SC/ST/OBC/EWS Students
₹4,000 per month scholarship by ONGC Foundation for economically weaker SC/ST/OBC/EWS students pursuing professional courses (Engineering, MBBS, MBA, MSc Geology/Geophysics) with 50% slots reserved for women.
PM CARES for Children Scheme
Comprehensive support for children who lost both parents or legal guardians to COVID-19, including free education, monthly stipend, health insurance, and a lump sum corpus of ₹10 lakh.
Pre-Matric Scholarship Scheme for OBC Students
Financial assistance of ₹100–₹500/month for OBC students studying in Class 1 to Class 10 in government or recognised private schools, with annual family income limit of ₹2.5 lakh.
SEBC Post-Matric Scholarship Scheme – Gujarat
Gujarat state scholarship for SEBC/OBC students covering maintenance allowance (₹150–₹1,200/month) and tuition fee reimbursement for post-matric education (Class 11 through PG), via Digital Gujarat portal.
SHRESHTA Scheme (Residential Education for Scheduled Castes)
Fully funded residential education at empanelled private CBSE schools for SC students in Classes 9–12, covering tuition, boarding, lodging, and all academic expenses with no cost to the family.
SHREYAS – Scholarships for Higher Education for Young Achievers Scheme
An umbrella scheme of the Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment providing scholarships, fellowships, free coaching, and interest subsidies on education loans for SC, OBC, and EBC students pursuing higher education in India and abroad (2021-22 to 2025-26).
Babu Jagjivan Ram Hostel Scheme (BJRCY)
A centrally sponsored scheme providing 100% central funding for constructing and expanding hostel facilities for Scheduled Caste (SC) students, with construction grants up to ₹3.50 lakh per inmate and maintenance funds between ₹5–15 lakh every five years.
Top Class Education Scheme for SC Students
Full tuition fee reimbursement and academic allowance up to ₹86,000/year for SC students admitted to premier institutions like IITs, IIMs, NITs, and other notified top-class institutions.
Top Class Education Scheme for ST Students
Full tuition fee coverage plus a living allowance, book grant, and computer grant for meritorious Scheduled Tribe students admitted to premier institutions such as IITs, IIMs, NITs, and AIIMS.