NSP Centrally Sponsored Scheme Of Post-Matric Scholarship For SC Students, Jammu and Kashmir 2025
Scholarship Amount
About This Scholarship
The NSP Centrally Sponsored Scheme of Post-Matric Scholarship for SC Students, Jammu and Kashmir 2025, is an important initiative by the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of India. This scholarship provides a significant opportunity for Scheduled Caste (SC) students who are pursuing studies at the post-matric level, ranging from Class 11 up to postgraduate degrees.
The primary goal of this scheme is to enhance participation in higher education and foster the academic success of disadvantaged SC students by offering crucial financial assistance for their post-matric studies. Selected candidates are eligible to receive an annual academic allowance of up to ₹13,500, along with a range of other valuable benefits designed to support their educational journey.
The scholarship includes the following components for the complete duration of the course:
• Compulsory non-refundable fees, which include tuition fees, as determined by the fee fixation/rationalisation committee of the state government.
• Academic allowance, with varying amounts based on the course category:
| Courses category | Hostellers (annually in ₹) | Day Scholars (annually in ₹) |
| :------------------------------------------------------------------• | :----------------------------• | :------------------------------• |
| Group 1 • Degree and postgraduate level professional courses | 13,500 | 7,000 |
| Group 2 • Other professional courses leading to degree/diploma/certificate | 9,500 | 6,500 |
| Group 3 • Graduate and postgraduate courses that are not covered under Groups 1 and 2 | 6,000 | 3,000 |
| Group 4 • All post-matriculation (post Class 10) non-degree courses | 4,000 | 2,500 |
Important Notes regarding benefits:
• Disabled students will receive an additional 10% allowance.
• Students pursuing courses like CA/ICWA/CS/ICFA will be classified as day scholars for the purpose of academic allowance calculations.
• Eligibility for academic allowances does not extend to students enrolled in correspondence or online courses.
• Scholarship benefits under this scheme will not be provided to students who are already receiving financial assistance through another scholarship program. However, eligible students may still utilize other forms of support, such as free housing or grants, to cover expenses like books, equipment, and living costs.
Freeship Card:
A key feature of this scheme is the provision of a freeship card. According to the guidelines, all eligible students can gain admission to institutions without being required to make upfront payments for tuition or hostel fees. The state government is responsible for issuing this freeship card to students who qualify for this significant benefit.
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for this scholarship, an applicant must:
• be a citizen of India
• be domiciled in Jammu and Kashmir
• belong to the Scheduled Caste (SC) category of the state
• be studying a post-matriculation or post-secondary course in a recognised institution/college/university (as specified in the terms & conditions section below)
• have passed matriculation or higher secondary or any higher level examination from a recognised University or Board of Secondary Education
• have an annual parent(s)/guardian(s) income of less than or equal to ₹2,50,000 from all sources
• not hold any other scholarship/stipend
Required Documents
• A passport-size photograph of the student
• Attested copies of academic transcripts and certificates, including diplomas, degrees, etc.
• An attested income certificate of the parent(s)/guardian(s) issued by the authority designated by the state government
• A valid caste certificate duly signed by an authorised Revenue Officer (RO), not below the rank of Tehsildar
• A receipt acknowledging the scholarship awarded in the previous year (if applicable)
How to Apply
Eligible applicants can apply for the scholarship through the following steps:
Application Deadline: 15 October 2025
1. Step 1: Visit the official National Scholarship Portal (NSP) website at scholarships.gov.in.
2. Step 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. Step 3: Navigate to the 'Students' option on the left-hand side of the dashboard and click on it.
4. Step 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. Step 5: Click on the 'New user? Register yourself' on the left-hand side of the dashboard and click on it.
6. Step 6: Read the details carefully, tick the checkbox, and click on the 'Next' button.
7. Step 7: Enter a functional mobile number, captcha code, and OTP, then submit to complete the registration process.
8. Step 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. Step 9: After successful registration, navigate to the 'Apply for Scholarship' option and click on the 'Login' button.
10. Step 10: Select the scholarship, fill in the required details, upload the necessary documents, and submit.
Important 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.