NSP Scholarship Renewal Payment Not Started – Real Reason & Step-by-Step Solution

Introduction

If your NSP Scholarship Renewal Payment Not Started status is showing on the portal, you are not alone. Thousands of renewal applicants face this issue every year on the National Scholarship Portal.

Many students assume the scholarship has been rejected — but that is usually not the case.

In this detailed guide, we will explain:

• The real reason behind NSP renewal payment delay

• What “Payment Not Started” actually means

• How long renewal payment takes

• Exact steps to fix the issue

• Official links for complaint and tracking

This guide is updated for 2026 session and based on current portal processing structure.

What Does “NSP Scholarship Renewal Payment Not Started” Mean?

When your renewal application shows Payment Not Started, it means:

1. Your application is still under processing.

2. Verification may be pending at institute/state/ministry level.

3. Fund release file has not been generated.

4. PFMS payment order not initiated yet.

This status does NOT mean rejection.

Most renewal payments are processed in phases after ministry approval.

Real Reason Behind NSP Scholarship Renewal Payment Not Started

Here are the most common reasons:

1. Ministry Approval Pending

Even if institute verification is completed, the concerned ministry must approve your renewal.

Different schemes under NSP are managed by different ministries.

2. State Nodal Officer Delay

If your scholarship falls under state quota, your file may be pending at state level before central release.

3. PFMS Payment File Not Generated

NSP sends payment files to Public Financial Management System in batches.

If your batch is not processed yet, status remains “Payment Not Started”.

Track PFMS here:https://pfms.nic.in

4. Bank Account Validation Pending

Even for renewal cases, bank validation is rechecked. If:

• Account inactive

• IFSC changed

• Aadhaar seeding mismatch

Payment will not start.

5. Budget Allocation Delay

Sometimes the central government releases funds scheme-wise in phases. Renewal applicants may get funds after fresh applicants.

NSP Scholarship Renewal Payment Not Started – How Many Days It Takes?

Typical timeline:

Stage	Approx Days
Institute Verification	7–15 Days
State Verification	10–20 Days
Ministry Approval	15–30 Days
PFMS Payment Process	7–14 Days

Total average time: 30–60 days after final approval

If your status is stuck beyond 60 days, you should take action.

Step-by-Step Solution If Renewal Payment Not Started

Step 1: Check Final Status

Login to official NSP portal:https://scholarships.gov.in

Ensure your status shows “Approved by Ministry”.

Step 2: Track PFMS Status

Visit:https://pfms.nic.in/NewDefaultHome.aspx

Click “Track NSP Payments” and enter:

• Bank name

• Account number

• NSP Application ID

Step 3: Contact Institute

Ask your scholarship section to confirm:

• Renewal marked correctly

• No document deficiency

• Forwarded to state/ministry

Step 4: Raise Grievance on NSP Portal

Official Grievance Link:https://scholarships.gov.in/fresh/newstdRegfrmInstruction

Step 5: Email Ministry (Scheme Specific)

You can find ministry contact details here:https://scholarships.gov.in/public/schemeGuidelines.aspx

When Will NSP Renewal Payment Be Released in 2026?

Based on previous cycles:

• First phase: March – May

• Second phase: June – August

Renewal students usually receive payment before fresh applicants.

Important Internal Guides

You may also read:

• NSP Scholarship Ministry Approval Time – How Many Days It Takes

• NSP Scholarship Bank Verification Pending Too Long – What To Do

• NSP Scholarship Payment Failed Due to IFSC Error – Solution Explained

• NSP Scholarship Institute Verification Completed – What Happens Next

(Internal linking recommended)

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1. Why is NSP Scholarship Renewal Payment Not Started even after approval?

Because PFMS file generation is pending or batch processing not completed.

Q2. Is Payment Not Started a rejection?

No. It only means fund release not initiated yet.

Q3. How can I speed up NSP renewal payment?

Ensure bank account is active, Aadhaar seeded, and institute has forwarded application properly.

Q4. Can renewal payment be cancelled?

Yes, if bank validation fails or ministry rejects during re-verification.

Conclusion

If your NSP Scholarship Renewal Payment Not Started status is visible, stay calm.

Most cases are due to:

• Batch processing delay

• PFMS file pending

• Budget allocation timing

Follow the steps explained above and track payment regularly.

Always use official portals only.