National Scholarship for BBA, BCom, BA, BSc Students 2026 – Complete Guide

Introduction

The National Scholarship for BBA, BCom, BA, BSc Students 2026 is a government-backed financial support scheme offered through the National Scholarship Portal (NSP) to help undergraduate students continue their education without financial burden.

Students pursuing Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), Bachelor of Commerce (BCom), Bachelor of Arts (BA), and Bachelor of Science (BSc) from recognized institutions can apply under various central and state scholarship schemes listed on the NSP portal.

This guide explains eligibility, scholarship amount, application steps, documents required, deadlines, and official links—all in one place.

What is the National Scholarship for BBA, BCom, BA, BSc Students 2026

The National Scholarship for BBA, BCom, BA, BSc Students 2026 is not a single scholarship but a collection of multiple schemes offered by:

• Ministry of Education

• Ministry of Minority Affairs

• Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment

• State Governments

All these schemes are accessible through the National Scholarship Portal (NSP).

Courses Covered Under NSP Scholarship

The following undergraduate programs are eligible:

• BBA (Bachelor of Business Administration)

• BCom (Bachelor of Commerce)

• BA (Bachelor of Arts)

• BSc (Bachelor of Science)

The institution must be UGC/AICTE recognized.

National Scholarship for BBA, BCom, BA, BSc Students 2026 – Eligibility Criteria

General Eligibility

• Student must be Indian citizen

• Enrolled in BBA, BCom, BA, or BSc

• Institution must be registered on NSP

• Annual family income limit depends on the scheme

Category-Wise Income Limits

• General / EWS: up to ₹2.5 – ₹8 lakh

• OBC: up to ₹2 lakh

• SC/ST: up to ₹2.5 lakh

• Minority: up to ₹2 lakh

Scholarship Amount Details

Component	Amount
Tuition Fee	Up to ₹20,000 per year
Maintenance Allowance	₹8,000 – ₹12,000 per year
Total Benefit	Up to ₹30,000 annually

Amount varies based on category, course, and scheme.

Documents Required for NSP Scholarship 2026

• Aadhaar Card

• Income Certificate

• Caste Certificate (if applicable)

• Previous Year Marksheet

• Bonafide Certificate

• Bank Passbook (linked with Aadhaar)

• Passport-size photograph

How to Apply for National Scholarship for BBA, BCom, BA, BSc Students 2026

Step-by-Step Process

1. Visit the official NSP websitehttps://scholarships.gov.in

2. Click New Registration

3. Complete OTP verification

4. Login using Application ID & Password

5. Select the eligible scholarship scheme

6. Upload required documents

7. Submit the application

8. Take a printout for reference

Important Dates (Expected)

Event	Date
Application Start	July 2026
Last Date to Apply	October 2026
Verification	November 2026
Scholarship Credit	December 2026 – January 2027

Selection Process

Selection is based on:

• Eligibility fulfillment

• Income criteria

• Category reservation

• Verification by institution and state nodal authority

Renewal Process for Existing Students

Students who received NSP scholarship earlier must:

• Login using existing credentials

• Choose Renewal Application

• Update academic details

• Submit latest marksheet

Official & Necessary Links (Actual CTAs)

• National Scholarship Portal:https://scholarships.gov.in

• Ministry of Education:https://www.education.gov.in

• NSP Helpdesk:https://scholarships.gov.in/public/Grievance/grievance_index.aspx