NSP Scholarship Pending at PFMS Level – How to Track Payment

Introduction

If your NSP Scholarship Pending at PFMS Level status is showing on the portal, you are not alone. Thousands of students across India face delays after their application gets approved on the National Scholarship Portal but remains pending in PFMS.

In this detailed guide, you will learn:

• What PFMS level pending actually means• How to track NSP scholarship payment online• Reasons for delay at PFMS level• How long PFMS verification takes• Direct official links to check payment status• What to do if payment is rejected

This guide is updated for 2026 and written in simple language for students.

What Does “NSP Scholarship Pending at PFMS Level” Mean?

When your application shows approved on the National Scholarship Portal (NSP) but displays “Pending at PFMS Level”, it means your scholarship amount has been forwarded to:

Public Financial Management System

PFMS is responsible for:

• Verifying bank account details• Matching Aadhaar and bank records• Processing Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT)• Releasing the scholarship amount

Your payment is not rejected — it is under financial verification.

How to Track NSP Scholarship Payment at PFMS Level (Step-by-Step)

If your NSP Scholarship Pending at PFMS Level status is visible, follow these steps:

Step 1: Visit PFMS Official Website

https://pfms.nic.in

Step 2: Click on “Track NSP Payments”

Step 3: Enter Required Details

• Bank Name• Account NumberOR• NSP Application ID

Step 4: Enter Captcha and Click Search

You will see:

• Payment Status• Date of Credit• Failure Reason (if any)

Direct Official Links (CTA Section)

Check NSP Application Status:https://scholarships.gov.in

Track Payment at PFMS:https://pfms.nic.in/NewDefaultHome.aspx

DBT Bharat Portal:https://dbtbharat.gov.in

Common Reasons Why NSP Scholarship is Pending at PFMS Level

Here are the most common reasons:

1. Bank Account Not Aadhaar Linked

PFMS may hold payment if Aadhaar is not properly linked.

2. Name Mismatch

Difference between:• NSP Application Name• Bank Account Name• Aadhaar Name

3. Inactive Bank Account

Dormant accounts can cause delays.

4. NPCI Mapping Not Updated

Aadhaar must be mapped to your bank in NPCI.

5. Technical or Financial Year Closing Delay

How Long Does PFMS Take to Release Payment?

Generally:

• 7–15 working days after ministry approval• In peak season, up to 30 days• Financial year end (March–April) may cause delay

If it crosses 30–45 days, you should contact:

• Your institute nodal officer• NSP grievance portal• PFMS helpdesk

What To Do If NSP Scholarship Payment Is Rejected?

If status shows “Rejected by PFMS”:

1. Visit your bank immediately

2. Check Aadhaar linking

3. Update KYC

4. Ask bank to enable DBT

5. Inform your institute

Then wait for reprocessing.

NSP Scholarship Payment Flow Explained

Student Applies → Institute Verification → State Verification → Ministry Approval → PFMS Verification → Bank Credit

If stuck at PFMS, it means final financial validation is ongoing.

NSP Scholarship Pending at PFMS Level – Important Tips

• Keep bank account active• Ensure Aadhaar seeding• Do not change bank account mid-process• Regularly check PFMS website• Keep screenshot of status