New Scholarships Added on NSP 2026: Updated List, Eligibility & Apply Links

Introduction:

What’s New on the NSP 2026 Scholarship Portal

The National Scholarship Portal (NSP) has released New Scholarships Added on NSP 2026 to support students across India — from school level pre-matric to post-matric and higher education schemes. This latest update brings new financial aid opportunities for feepaying, meritorious, and low-income students. Students can now check updated eligibility criteria and apply directly using official links below.

Latest Scholarships Added on NSP 2026

New Scholarships Added on NSP 2026

Here are the official NSP 2026 scholarships students should know:

NSP Post-Matric Merit Scholarship

• Description: Financial support for meritorious students pursuing post-metric education.

• Eligibility: Passed 12th with minimum cut-offs and family income < ₹2.5 L.

• Benefits: Up to ₹75,000 per year.

• Apply Here: https://scholarships.gov.in

• Status: Currently open for 2025-26 session.

NSP Pre-Matric Scholarship

• Description: For students in Class IX & X from eligible categories.

• Eligibility: Based on class and annual income limits.

• Apply Link: https://scholarships.gov.in

• Deadline: Varies state-wise (check portal).

State Funded Schemes (SC/OBC/ST)

State specific scholarships like:

• PM YASASVI Pre/Post Matric Scholarships (OBC/EBC/DNT/SC/ST)

• Additional scholarships for ST students

• Check state-wise deadlines here: https://scholarships.gov.in/state-list(India wide NSP State Funded Scholarships)

Who Can Apply? Eligibility Criteria

To apply for the New Scholarships Added on NSP 2026, students generally must:

• Be an Indian citizen

• Have valid educational certificates

• Meet family income thresholds (different per scheme)

• Complete One Time Registration (OTR) on NSP portal

• Fulfill specific scholarship eligibility norms on portal (subject to scheme)

Tip: Regularly check the official portal — application deadlines vary per scholarship type.

How to Apply Online – Step by Step

1. Visit the NSP Official Portal: https://scholarships.gov.in

2. Complete One Time Registration (OTR) (Mandatory)

3. Login and select the scholarship scheme

4. Fill application details and upload documents

5. Submit and download acknowledgement copy

6. Track status under “Check Status” tab

List of official links:

• Login & Registration: https://scholarships.gov.in

• PFMS Payment Status: https://pfms.nic.in

• Official Portal OTR Registration: https://scholarships.gov.in/fresh/newstdRegfrmInstruction 

Important Dates for NSP 2026

Scholarship Type	Last Date (Tentative)
Pre-Matric	31 December 2025
Post-Matric	31 January 2026
Higher Education	28 February 2026
(Dates subject to change on official portal)

Common FAQs

Q: How much amount can I get under NSP 2026?A: Students can receive up to ₹75,000 depending on the scheme and eligibility.

Q: Where do I check my scholarship status?A: On PFMS portal using application details.

Q: When will NSP 2026 scholarships be credited?A: Expected between March–June 2026 depending on verification and processing timeline.

Internal Links

• Internal Link 1: https://yourdomain.com/nsp-scholarship-eligibility

• Internal Link 2: https://yourdomain.com/nsppaymentstatus-guide

• Internal Link 3: https://yourdomain.com/nsppfms-tracking