Ishan Uday Scholarship 2025 - Eligibility, Key Dates, & Awrads

Applications for the Ishan Uday Scholarship 2025 are now open, and the deadline to apply is 31st October 2025. Students can complete the application online through the National Scholarship Portal (NSP).

Ishan Uday is a special scholarship scheme for students from the North Eastern region who are pursuing a general or professional degree after completing their Class 12 education. This scholarship is offered by the University Grants Commission (UGC), and a total of 10,000 scholarships are offered every year. Under this scheme, selected students receive a monthly scholarship amount until the completion of their course.

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Ishan Uday Highlights

Particulars	Details
Scholarship Name	“Ishan Uday” Special Scholarship Scheme for North Eastern Region
Objective	To provide equal opportunities for higher studies in the NE Region. To increase the Gross Enrollment Ratio (GER) in the NE Region. To focus more on professional education in the NE Region. Optimum utilisation of NER Budgetary Allocation.
Rewards	Up to ₹7,800 per month for selected students
Eligibility	Applicants must be a domicile of the North Eastern Region (NER). Parental annual income should not exceed ₹4.5 lakh from all sources. Must have passed Class 12 or equivalent in the year preceding the current application cycle. Should have secured admission in the first year of a general, technical, or professional degree course (including medical and paramedical). Admission must be in a recognised institution with a valid AISHE code, falling under any of the following categories: UGC-recognised universities under Sections 2(f) and 12(B). Deemed universities under Section 3 of the UGC Act, eligible for UGC aid. Institutions funded by the Central or State Governments. Institutes of National Importance. Institutions recognised by statutory councils (within or outside India).
Official Website	scholarships.gov.in

Ishan Uday Key Dates 2025

The opening and closing dates for this session are mentioned in the table below.

Ishan Uday Application Important Dates

Events	Dates
Ishan Uday application start date 2025	25th June 2025
Ishan Uday application last date 2025	31st October 2025

Ishan Uday Objective

The primary objective of the Ishan Uday Scholarship is to enhance access to higher education for students from the North Eastern Region, which includes the states of Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Sikkim, and Tripura. Launched in the academic year 2014-15, the Ishan Uday scholarship scheme aims to encourage higher studies among economically weaker students and increase the enrollment ratio in the North East Region. By providing financial assistance, the scheme aims to reduce the dropout rate and foster educational development in these states. The scholarship also promotes equal opportunities for all, irrespective of socio-economic backgrounds.

Ishan Uday Eligibility Criteria 2025

Ishan Uday scholarship is open to candidates from the northeastern states of India. Find below the complete details of the Ishan Uday eligibility criteria.

Applicants must be domiciled in one of the North-Eastern states, which include Assam, Arunachal Pradesh, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland and Tripura. A valid domicile certificate from any of these states is required.
The candidates’ annual family income must not exceed ₹4.5 lakh from all sources.
Students who have passed Class 12 in the preceding year of application can apply.
The scholarship is available only to students pursuing a recognised undergraduate (UG) degree program specified by the University Grants Commission (UGC).
Only students enrolled in the first year of a UG degree program in India are eligible.
This scholarship is available only for a student’s first UG degree. Students who already hold a UG degree are not eligible.
For ‘integrated’ or ‘dual degree’ programs, the scholarship will only apply to the UG portion of the course.
Only students enrolled in a ‘Regular/Full-Time’ UG program are eligible.
Transgender candidates are eligible to apply under the scheme. Reservation shall be followed as per the Government of India norms.

Eligible Institution Types for the Ishan Uday Scholarship

The scholarship is available only for UG degree programs at the following types of institutions:

Universities, colleges, or institutes recognised under section 2(f) of the UGC Act, 1956, and with valid NAAC accreditation.
Deemed Universities recognised under section 3 of the UGC Act, 1956, with valid NAAC accreditation.
Institutions fully funded by the Central or State Government and authorised to award degrees.
Institutions of National Importance.

Note: The University, college, or institute must have a valid AISHE code to access the National Scholarship Portal (NSP). Institutions with an AISHE code can register or re-register on the NSP portal through the District or State nodal officers for NSP.

Exclusions in Ishan Uday

A candidate will not be eligible for the Ishan Uday Special Scholarship Scheme for the North Eastern Region if:

A student is enrolled in courses offered by the Open University.
Applicants already receiving financial aid under any other undergraduate scholarship scheme will not be considered.
Those admitted through the management quota are not eligible to apply.
The scholarship does not cover diplomas or similar programs that do not culminate in a degree.
Candidates whose family income exceeds ₹4.5 lakh per annum and are pursuing non-degree courses like diplomas are also not eligible.

Ishan Uday 2025-26 Benefits

The Ishan Uday scholarship amount is paid to the selected candidates through the DBT (Direct Benefit Transfer) mode into their bank accounts. The number of scholarships allocated to each North-Eastern State is based on the population of the respective state (as per the latest Census report). The details of the Ishan Uday scholarship amount are highlighted below.

Ishan Uday Awards

Course Type	Monthly Scholarship Amount	Duration
General Degree Courses	₹5,400 (For 10 months every year)	Till completion of the course
Technical/Medical/Professional/Paramedical Courses	₹7,800 (For 10 months every year)	Till completion of the course

Note: A student can receive only one scholarship at a time.

Ishan Uday Application Process

Applying for the Ishan Uday Special Scholarship Scheme for the North Eastern Region involves several steps to ensure you meet all the criteria and submit a complete and accurate application. Here’s a comprehensive guide to help you through the process:

Step 1: Registration on the National Scholarship Portal (NSP)

1. Visit the NSP Website: Go to the National Scholarship Portal (scholarships.gov.in/)

2. Click on ‘Apply For One Time Registration (OTR)’

3. New User Registration:

For new users, click on Register Yourself

A page of Guidelines for Registration on NSP will open.
Read the guidelines carefully and click on ‘Next’ to proceed.

Fill in your mobile number and click on OTP.
Enter the OTP.
Fill in the Captcha and click on the Verify tab.

Complete the eKYC Update Option

Select any of the 3 options
If you have an Aadhaar card, enter the Aadhaar number and click on OTP.
Enter the OTP, and fill in the captcha.
Finally, click on Verify.

Step 2: Filling the Application Form

1. Log in to Your Account: Use your newly created user ID and password to log in to your NSP account.

2. Application Form:

Select the scholarship scheme, “Ishan Uday Special Scholarship Scheme for NER.”
Fill in the application form with personal details, academic qualifications, and family income information.
Ensure all the information is accurate and matches your supporting documents.

3. Choose the Correct Category: Make sure to select the appropriate category of scholarship (general degree, technical, or professional course) based on your chosen field of study.

Step 3: Uploading Required Documents

Prepare digital copies (scanned) of the following documents before starting the upload process:

Domicile Certificate: Issued by the competent authority of your state, proving you are a resident of one of the northeastern states.
Class XII Mark Sheet: A copy of your Class XII or equivalent examination mark sheet.
Family Income Certificate: Issued by the competent authority, stating that your family’s annual income does not exceed ₹4.5 lakh.
Admission Receipt: A copy of the admission receipt or proof of enrollment in the first year of your undergraduate course from a recognised university or institute.
Bank Passbook: A scanned copy of the first page of your bank passbook, showing your account details.
Aadhaar Card or Valid ID Proof: A copy of your Aadhaar card or any other valid identity proof.

Upload each document in the prescribed format and size as mentioned on the NSP portal.

Step 4: Reviewing and Submitting the Application

Review Your Application: Carefully review all the information and documents uploaded. Ensure there are no errors or discrepancies.
Submit the Application: Once you are satisfied that everything is correct, submit your application.
Print the Application Form: After submission, take a printout of the completed application form for your records. This can be useful for future reference and tracking.

Step 5: Tracking the Application Status

Log in to NSP: Use your user ID and password to log in to your NSP account.
Check Status: Navigate to the “Check Your Status” section to track the progress of your application.
Updates: Regularly check the NSP portal and your registered email for any updates or notifications regarding your application.

Also Read: National Scholarship Portal Registration Process

Documents Needed for Ishan Uday Application

The students willing to apply for this scholarship need to keep scanned copies of the required documents ready. Below is the list of documents to be uploaded while filling out the scholarship application form:

Domicile certificates issued by a competent authority
Income certificate issued by the competent authority
Aadhaar card
Marksheets/ annual progress report verified by the concerned University/Institution/College, in case of renewal of the scholarship

Also Read: Income Proof Requirements: Submission Guidelines

Ishan Uday Selection Process

Ishan Uday’s selection process has multiple stages, and each application needs to go through this to get selected. Listed below are the steps in the selection process.

First, the scholarship applications will be screened, and the ineligible students will be eliminated.
Out of the students remaining, the scholarship slots for states in the North-Eastern Region (NER) will be allocated based on the latest population census.
If any state has unfilled slots due to a lack of eligible candidates, those slots will be equally redistributed among the other states.
Reservations for Persons with Disabilities (PwD)will be provided as per the Government of India guidelines.

Ishan Uday Merit List 2025

Students, after applying for the Ishan Uday scholarship, often search for “How to view the Ishan Uday merit list?” Such students should know that the merit list checking link is available on the NSP portal itself. The process is completely online, and you can find the required steps below.

Step 1: Visit the official NSP website and click on the ‘Menu”.

Step 2: Click on the ‘List of Applicants Processed for Scholarships’ as shown in the image below.

Step 3: Now fill in the form displayed on your screen with the name of the ministry, the name of the scheme, the state, district, etc. Fill in the captcha and click on the ‘Submit’ Button.

Step 4: The Ishaan Uday Scholarship merit list will open on the next screen, and you can view or download it.

CLICK HERE for Ishan Uday Scholarship for NER Merit List for AY 2024-25 (Humanities & Social Science)
CLICK HERE for Ishan Uday Scholarship for NER Merit List for AY 2024-25 (Science)

Ishan Uday Renewal Process

For the continuation of the Ishan Uday scholarship in the subsequent years, the Ishan Uday scholars need to fulfil the criteria mentioned below:

The scholarship will be renewed each year as long as the student maintains good conduct and meets the required attendance.
Renewal is subject to the submission of an annual progress report from the university/institution’s administrative head (e.g., the Registrar, Director, or Principal).
Students must be promoted to the next class/level to retain the scholarship. Failure to do so will result in forfeiture of the scholarship.
Changing the course of study is not permitted. If an awardee changes their course, the scholarship will be cancelled from the date of the change.
The University Grants Commission (UGC) is responsible for implementing and monitoring the scheme.
Previous awardees will continue to receive assistance as per the UGC pattern through designated Canara Bank branches.

Ishan Uday FAQs:

What is the Ishan Uday Scholarship?

The Ishan Uday Scholarship, by UGC, supports 10,000 students from the North Eastern Region (NER) for higher education. It offers ₹5,400/year for general UG courses and ₹7,800/year for professional degrees, disbursed via DBT.

Who is eligible for Ishan Uday?

First-year UG students from NER states with at least 50% in Class 12 (45% for reserved categories) and family income below ₹4.5-8 lakhs annually.

How to apply for Ishan Uday 2025?

Register on scholarships.gov.in using OTR, fill the application, upload documents (Aadhaar, income certificate, marksheet), and submit before October 31, 2025.

What documents are required?

Aadhaar, Class 12 marksheet, income certificate, domicile proof, bank details, and caste certificate (if applicable) are needed for the application.

How to check application status?

Log in to NSP (scholarships.gov.in) with your application ID and password to track verification, approval, or payment status.

When is the merit list released?

Merit lists for 2025 are typically released in July-August on NSP, downloadable as state-wise PDFs.

How to renew the scholarship?

Continuing students must reapply on NSP, submit academic progress, and verify details annually to continue receiving funds.

What is the helpline for Ishan Uday?

Contact NSP at 0120-6619540 (9 AM-5 PM) or UGC at 011-23604139; PFMS toll-free: 1800-118-111.