The selection of the candidates will be based on eligibility criteria.
ST students in Class 11 and above
India
Up to ₹12,000 per annum
31-Oct-2025
NSP Centrally Sponsored Post-Matric Scholarship for Scheduled Tribe Students, Nagaland 2025-26 is an initiative by the Ministry of Tribal Affairs. The Scheme aims to enable the ST students of the state and provide them a platform for quality education from class 11 to Post Graduation courses in India by helping them financially.
Source: scholarships.gov.in
To be eligible, an applicant must:-
The selected scholars will receive the benefits in the following manner:
Category and Courses | Hostellers (in ₹) per annum | Day Scholars (in ₹) per annum |
Group 1 - Graduate and postgraduate courses leading to a degree, PG diploma, M.Phil., Ph.D. in professional courses in various streams |
12,000 | 5,500 |
Group 2 - All non-professional recognised courses leading to a graduate, postgraduate degree not covered under Group 1 in Arts, Science, and Commerce such as B.A./B.Sc./B.Com. or M.A./M.Sc./M.Com. etc. |
8,200 | 5,300 |
Group 3 - Vocational stream, ITI courses, 3-year diploma courses in Polytechnics, etc. | 5,700 | 3,000 |
Group 4 - All post-matriculation level non-degree courses, such as Classes 11 and 12 | 3,800 | 2,300 |
Note:- The Divyang (disabled) students will receive an additional amount of ₹9,600 annually (for hostellers) and ₹7,200 annually (for day scholars).
Eligible candidates can apply by following these steps:-
Step 1: Click on the 'Apply Now' button.
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)
Step 3: Navigate to the 'Register' button on the left-hand side of the dashboard.
Step 4: Fill in the required details to complete the registration process. (Note: If the applicant is already registered, kindly log in using valid credentials)
Step 5: After successful registration, fill in the required details, upload the necessary documents (if required) and submit.
Step 6: Take a printout of the application form and submit it along with the xerox copy of the documents to the Department of Higher Education, Government of Nagaland, at the address:
Scholarship Section,
Directorate of Higher Education
Below New Secretariat Complex
Nagaland, Kohima-797001
Application Deadline: 31 October 2025
The selection of the candidates will be based on eligibility criteria.
Directorate of Higher Education
Below New Secretariat Complex
Nagaland, Kohima-797001
Email ID: scholarshipnagaland@gmail.com | Phone Number: (+91) 8929307387
Question: What is the Post-Matric Scholarship for ST Students, Nagaland?
Answer: It is a financial assistance scheme provided by the Government of Nagaland for Scheduled Tribe (ST) students pursuing education beyond Class 10 (post-matric level), to support their academic journey.
Question: What is the last date to apply for 2025–26?
Answer: The official date for 2025–26 is 31st October 2025.
Question: Is there a renewal process?
Answer: Yes. Students who received the scholarship in the previous year must apply as "Renewal Applicants" and upload their previous year’s marksheet along with updated documents.
Question: Will I get the full course fee reimbursed?
Answer: Not necessarily. The scheme provides reimbursement as per norms, which may not cover full private institution fees. There's often a cap based on course type and category.
Question: Is Aadhaar mandatory?
Answer: Yes. Linking your Aadhaar with your bank account is mandatory for Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).