PM Yasasvi Post-Matric Scholarship Scheme for OBC Students, DNHDD 2025-26

Eligible applicants can apply by following these steps:

1. Click on the 'Apply Now' button on the official website.
2. Click on the 'Register' button and fill in the required registration details.
• Note: If already registered, log in using Gmail/Mobile number/Email ID.
3. Navigate to the 'Students' option on the left-hand side of the dashboard and click on it.
4. Now, click on the 'Login' button under the OTR option, as it is required to apply for a scholarship on the National Scholarship Portal (NSP).
5. Click on the 'New user? Register yourself' on the left-hand side of the dashboard and click on it.
6. Read the details carefully, tick the checkbox, and click on the 'Next' button.
7. Enter a functional mobile number, captcha code, and OTP, then submit to complete the registration process.
8. Fill in the required details and click on 'Save & Register' to complete the 'One-time registration (OTR)' process.
• Note: This is a temporary registration number; students need to download the OTR mobile application for face authentication to complete the OTR process.
9. After successful registration, navigate to the 'Apply for Scholarship' option and click on the 'Login' button.
10. Select the scholarship, fill in the required details, upload the necessary documents and submit.

Note: All applicants are advised to fill in the information correctly on the application form. Once the application is submitted, no changes can be made. Additionally, submitting multiple applications will result in disqualification.
title: PM Yasasvi Pre-Matric Scholarship Scheme for OBC Students (Class 9 & 10), DNHDD 2025-26
intro_text: The PM Yasasvi Pre-Matric Scholarship Scheme offers financial support to Other Backward Class (OBC) students residing in Dadra Nagar Haveli or Daman and Diu. This scholarship is designed for students studying in Class 9 and 10 in government schools/institutes. The deadline to apply is October 31, 2025.

Selected candidates will receive a scholarship of ₹4,000 per annum.

Note: The scholarship will be awarded until the candidate passes Class 10, subject to maintaining satisfactory academic performance and a 75% attendance rate each year.
amount_1: ₹4,000 per annum
eligibility_text: To be eligible, an applicant must:

• be an Indian citizen.
• be a domicile of Dadra Nagar Haveli or Daman and Diu.
• belong to the Other Backward Classes (OBC) category.
• be studying full-time in Class 9 or 10 in a government school/institute.
• have a minimum of 75% attendance in the previous academic year.
• have a maximum family income of ₹2,50,000 per annum.
documents_text: • Domicile certificate.
• Marksheets and certificates from the previous academic year.
• Income certificate.
• Valid caste certificate.
• Disability certificate (if applicable).
how_to_apply_text: Eligible applicants can apply by following these steps:

1. Click on the 'Apply Now' button on the official website.
2. Click on the 'Register' button and fill in the required registration details.
• Note: If already registered, log in using Gmail/Mobile number/Email ID.
3. Navigate to the 'Students' option on the left-hand side of the dashboard and click on it.
4. Now, click on the 'Login' button under the OTR option, as it is required to apply for a scholarship on the National Scholarship Portal (NSP).
5. Click on the 'New user? Register yourself' on the left-hand side of the dashboard and click on it.
6. Read the details carefully, tick the checkbox, and click on the 'Next' button.
7. Enter a functional mobile number, captcha code, and OTP, then submit to complete the registration process.
8. Fill in the required details and click on 'Save & Register' to complete the 'One-time registration (OTR)' process.
• Note: This is a temporary registration number; students need to download the OTR mobile application for face authentication to complete the OTR process.
9. After successful registration, navigate to the 'Apply for Scholarship' option and click on the 'Login' button.
10. Select the scholarship, fill in the required details, upload the necessary documents and submit.

Note: All applicants are advised to fill in the information correctly on the application form. Once the application is submitted, no changes can be made. Additionally, submitting multiple applications will result in disqualification.
title: NSP Centrally Sponsored Pre-Matric Scholarship to ST Students, DNHDD 2025-26
intro_text: The NSP Centrally Sponsored Pre-Matric Scholarship provides financial assistance to Scheduled Tribe (ST) students who are residents of Dadra Nagar Haveli or Daman and Diu. This scholarship supports students studying in Class 9 and 10. The application deadline is October 31, 2025.

Selected candidates will receive the following benefits:

• Scholarship for 10 months (monthly): ₹150 for Day Scholars, ₹350 for Hostelers.
• Books and ad hoc grants (annually): ₹750 for Day Scholars, ₹1,000 for Hostelers.

Additional Allowances for ST students with disabilities studying in private unaided schools:

Under the Centrally Sponsored Scheme of 'Inclusive Education of the Disabled at Secondary Stage' (IEDSS) implemented by the Ministry of Human Resource Development (MHRD), an assistance of ₹3,000 per annum is already being provided under its "Student Oriented Component" to students with disabilities studying at the Secondary stage in Government, local body, and Government-aided schools. However, students in unaided schools are not covered under IEDSS.

Therefore, ST students with disabilities studying in Class 9 and 10 in private, unaided, recognised schools will be eligible for allowances under this scheme, as follows:

• Reader allowance for blind students: ₹160 monthly.
• Transport allowance for disabled students: ₹160 monthly.
• Escort allowance for extremely disabled students: ₹160 monthly.
• Helper allowance for an orthopedically handicapped student: ₹160 monthly.
• Coaching allowance for mentally ill/retarded students: ₹240 monthly.

Note: The disability, as defined by the Persons with Disabilities (Equal Opportunities, Protection of Rights and Full Participation) Act, 1995, must be certified by a competent medical authority of the State Government or UT Administration.
amount_1: Up to ₹350 monthly and other grants
eligibility_text: To be eligible, an applicant must:

• be an Indian national.
• be a domicile of Dadra Nagar Haveli or Daman and Diu.
• belong to the Scheduled Tribe (ST) category.
• be studying in Class 9 and 10 in a government school or a school recognised by the government, or a central/state board of secondary education.
• have a family income not exceeding ₹2,00,000 per annum.
• not be receiving any other centrally-funded pre-matric scholarship.
documents_text: • Academic transcripts, including marksheets and certificates.
• A passport-sized photograph of the applicant with a signature.
• Caste certificate signed by an authorised revenue officer, not below the rank of Tehsildar.
• Income certificate.
• Disability certificate (if applicable).

Note:

• Self-employed parent(s)/guardian(s) must submit an affidavit on non-judicial stamp paper declaring their total income from all sources.
• Employed parent(s)/guardian(s) should provide an income certificate from their employer and, if applicable, an affidavit on non-judicial stamp paper detailing any additional income from other sources.
how_to_apply_text: Eligible applicants can apply by following these steps:

1. Click on the 'Apply Now' button on the official website.
2. Click on the 'Register' button and fill in the required registration details.
• Note: If already registered, log in using Gmail/Mobile number/Email ID).
3. Navigate to the 'Students' option on the left-hand side of the dashboard and click on it.
4. Now, click on the 'Login' button under the OTR option, as it is required to apply for a scholarship on the National Scholarship Portal (NSP).
5. Click on the 'New user? Register yourself' on the left-hand side of the dashboard and click on it.
6. Read the details carefully, tick the checkbox, and click on the 'Next' button.
7. Enter a functional mobile number, captcha code, and OTP, then submit to complete the registration process.
8. Fill in the required details and click on 'Save & Register' to complete the 'One-time registration (OTR)' process.
• Note: This is a temporary registration number; students need to download the OTR mobile application for face authentication to complete the OTR process.
9. After successful registration, navigate to the 'Apply for Scholarship' option and click on the 'Login' button.
10. Select the scholarship, fill in the required details, upload the necessary documents and submit.

Note: All applicants are advised to fill in the information correctly on the application form. Once the application is submitted, no changes can be made. Additionally, submitting multiple applications will result in disqualification.
title: NSP Centrally Sponsored Pre-Matric Scholarship for SC Students, DNHDD 2025-26
intro_text: The NSP Centrally Sponsored Pre-Matric Scholarship provides financial aid to Scheduled Caste (SC) students who are permanent residents of Dadra Nagar Haveli or Daman and Diu. This scheme targets students in Class 9 and 10. The application deadline is October 31, 2025.

Selected candidates will receive the following benefits:

• Scholarship for 10 months (monthly): ₹225 for Day Scholars, ₹525 for Hostelers.
• Books and ad hoc grants (annually): ₹750 for Day Scholars, ₹1,000 for Hostelers.

Additional Allowances for SC students with disabilities studying in private unaided schools:

Under the Centrally Sponsored Scheme of ‘Inclusive Education of the Disabled at Secondary Stage’ (IEDSS) implemented by the Ministry of Human Resource Development (MHRD), assistance is already being provided under its “Student Oriented Component” to students with disabilities studying at the Secondary stage in Government, local body, and Government-aided schools. However, students in unaided schools are not covered under IEDSS.

Therefore, SC students with disabilities studying in Class 9 and 10 in private, unaided, recognised schools will be eligible for allowances under this scheme, as follows:

• Reader allowance for blind students: ₹160 monthly.
• Transport allowance for disabled students: ₹160 monthly.
• Escort allowance for extremely disabled students: ₹160 monthly.
• Helper allowance for an orthopedically handicapped student: ₹160 monthly.
• Coaching allowance for mentally ill/retarded students: ₹240 monthly.

Note: The disability, as defined under the schedule read with clause (zc) of section z of the Right of Persons with Disability Act, 2016. Competent authorities designated by the government will issue the disability certificates.
amount_1: ₹525 monthly and other grants
eligibility_text: To be eligible, an applicant must:

• be an Indian national.
• be a domicile of Dadra Nagar Haveli or Daman and Diu.
• belong to the Scheduled Caste (SC) category.
• be studying in Class 9 and 10 in a government school or a school recognised by the Government, or a Central/State Board of Secondary Education.
• have a family income not exceeding ₹2,50,000 per annum.
• not be receiving any other centrally-funded pre-matric scholarship.

Note: The scholarship is awarded for one year per class. If a student repeats a class, they will not receive a scholarship for that class again.

Terms and Conditions for Income Criteria:

• While either parent is alive, only their combined income from all sources should be considered, regardless of income earned by other family members. Income declarations must reflect this.
• If both parents have died, the guardian supporting the student's studies must declare their income.
• Students who lose an earning parent and subsequently meet the scheme's income criteria will become eligible for the scholarship from the month of the parent's death, subject to fulfilling other eligibility conditions. These students may submit applications after the application deadline on compassionate grounds.
• House rent allowance received by the student's parents is exempt from income calculation if it is also exempt for income tax purposes.
• An income certificate is required only once, at the time of admission to courses lasting more than one year.
documents_text: • Academic transcripts, including marksheets and certificates.
• A passport-sized photograph of the applicant with a signature.
• Caste certificate signed by an authorised revenue officer, not below the rank of Tehsildar.
• Income certificate.
• Disability certificate (if applicable).

Note:

• The income certificate of self-employed parent(s)/guardian(s) must be issued by a Revenue Officer (RO), not below the rank of Tehsildar.
• The income certificate of employed parent(s)/guardian(s) should be issued by their employer.
how_to_apply_text: Eligible applicants can apply by following these steps:

1. Click on the 'Apply Now' button on the official website.
2. Click on the 'Register' button and fill in the required registration details.
• Note: If already registered, log in using Gmail/Mobile number/Email ID.
3. Navigate to the 'Students' option on the left-hand side of the dashboard and click on it.
4. Now, click on the 'Login' button under the OTR option, as it is required to apply for a scholarship on the National Scholarship Portal (NSP).
5. Click on the 'New user? Register yourself' on the left-hand side of the dashboard and click on it.
6. Read the details carefully, tick the checkbox, and click on the 'Next' button.
7. Enter a functional mobile number, captcha code, and OTP, then submit to complete the registration process.
8. Fill in the required details and click on 'Save & Register' to complete the 'One-time registration (OTR)' process.
• Note: This is a temporary registration number; students need to download the OTR mobile application for face authentication to complete the OTR process.
9. After successful registration, navigate to the 'Apply for Scholarship' option and click on the 'Login' button.
10. Select the scholarship, fill in the required details, upload the necessary documents and submit.

Note: All applicants are advised to fill in the information correctly on the application form. Once the application is submitted, no changes can be made. Additionally, submitting multiple applications will result in disqualification.
title: NSP Post-Matric Scholarship for SC Students, DNHDD 2025-26
intro_text: The NSP Post-Matric Scholarship provides financial assistance to Scheduled Caste (SC) students domiciled in Dadra Nagar Haveli, Daman, and Diu. This scholarship supports students from Class 11 up to the postdoctoral level. The application deadline is October 31, 2025.

The selected students will receive the scholarship in the following manner:

• Group I Courses (Degree and Postgraduate level in Medicine, Engineering, Technology, Planning, Architecture, Design, Fashion Technology, Agriculture, Veterinary & Allied Sciences, Management, Business Finance/Administration, Computer Science/Applications; Postgraduate diploma in management & medicine; C.A./I.C.W.A./C.S./I.C.F.A.; M.Phil, Ph.D and Post-Doctoral Programmes (D.Lit., D.Sc., etc.), Group I, Group II and Group III courses; L.L.B, Integrated L.L.B, L.L.M):
• Hosteller: ₹1,200 per month for 10 months.
• Day Scholar: ₹550 per month for 10 months.
• (Note: C.A./I.C.W.A./C.S./I.C.F.A. are applicable at day scholar rate only ₹550 per month).
• Group II Courses (Professional Courses leading to Degree, Diploma, Certificate in areas like Pharmacy (B.Pharma), Nursing (B.Nursing), BFS, other paramedical branches like rehabilitation, diagnostics etc., Mass Communication, Hotel Management & Catering, Travel/Tourism/Hospitality Management, Interior Decoration, Nutrition & Dietetics, Commercial Art, Financial Services (e.g., Banking, Insurance, Taxation etc.) for which entrance qualification is minimum Sr. Secondary (10+2) and Vocational stream, ITI courses and Polytechnic where entrance qualification is Class 12 or above):
• Hosteller: ₹820 per month for 10 months.
• Day Scholar: ₹530 per month for 10 months.
• Group III Courses (Graduate and Postgraduate courses not covered under Group I & Group II, e.g., B.A/B.Sc/B.Com etc., M.A/M.Sc/M.Com/M.Ed./M.Pharma etc.):
• Hosteller: ₹570 per month for 10 months.
• Day Scholar: ₹300 per month for 10 months.
• Group IV Courses (All post-matriculation level non-degree courses for which the entrance qualification is High School (Class 10), e.g., Senior secondary certificate (Classes 11 and 12); both general and vocational stream, ITI courses, 3-year diploma courses in Polytechnics, etc.):
• Hosteller: ₹380 per month for 10 months.
• Day Scholar: ₹230 per month for 10 months.

Note: Students will receive reimbursement for compulsory non-refundable fees.

The students with disabilities will receive the additional allowances in the following manner:

• Reader allowances: ₹240 per month (Groups I and II), ₹200 per month (Group III), and ₹160 per month (Group IV).
• Transport allowances: Up to ₹160 per month are available for students who do not reside in the hostel on the educational institution's premises.
• Escort allowances: ₹160 per month are provided for severely handicapped day scholar students with low extremity disabilities.
• Helper allowance: A special payment of ₹160 per month is admissible to any hostel employee willing to assist a severely orthopedically handicapped student residing in the hostel who requires a helper.
• Coaching allowance: An allowance of ₹240 per month is provided for extra coaching for mentally retarded and mentally ill students.

Note:

• Disabled students belonging to the Scheduled Caste (SC) category covered under this Scheme may also be eligible for additional benefits offered by other schemes.
• Disability, as defined under the relevant Act, must be certified by a competent medical authority of the State Government or Union Territory Administration.
amount_1: Up to ₹1,200 monthly maintenance allowance, plus other grants
eligibility_text: To be eligible, an applicant must:

• be an Indian national.
• be a domicile of Dadra Nagar Haveli, Daman and Diu.
• belong to the Scheduled Caste (SC) category.
• be studying at the Class 11 level or above, up to the postdoctoral level.
• have an annual family income of less than ₹2,50,000 from all sources.
documents_text: • Passport-size photograph.
• A caste certificate, duly signed by an authorised revenue officer not below the rank of Tehsildar.
• Income declaration in the form of a certificate issued by a revenue officer not below the rank of a Tehsildar:
• Employed parent(s)/guardian(s) must obtain an income certificate from their employer.
• For any additional income sources, employed parent(s)/guardian(s) must obtain a consolidated certificate from a revenue officer.
• Disability certificate (if applicable).
• Academic transcripts including marksheets, certificates and diplomas of the previous qualifying examination.
how_to_apply_text: Eligible applicants can apply by following these steps:

1. Click on the 'Apply Now' button on the official website.
2. Click on the 'Register' button and fill in the required registration details.
• Note: If already registered, log in using Gmail/Mobile number/Email ID.
3. Navigate to the 'Students' option on the left-hand side of the dashboard and click on it.
4. Now, click on the 'Login' button under the OTR option, as it is required to apply for a scholarship on the National Scholarship Portal (NSP).
5. Click on the 'New user? Register yourself' on the left-hand side of the dashboard and click on it.
6. Read the details carefully, tick the checkbox, and click on the 'Next' button.
7. Enter a functional mobile number, captcha code, and OTP, then submit to complete the registration process.
8. Fill in the required details and click on 'Save & Register' to complete the 'One-time registration (OTR)' process.
• Note: This is a temporary registration number; students need to download the OTR mobile application for face authentication to complete the OTR process.
9. After successful registration, navigate to the 'Apply for Scholarship' option and click on the 'Login' button.
10. Select the scholarship, fill in the required details, upload the necessary documents and submit.

Note: All applicants are advised to fill in the information correctly on the application form. Once the application is submitted, no changes can be made. Additionally, submitting multiple applications will result in disqualification.