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+metatag-keywords=(apply scholarship nsp, national scholarship portal apply, sc obc scholarship, post matric scholarship, scholarships.gov.in)
+metatag-description=(Apply at scholarships.gov.in. Pre-Matric, Post-Matric, Top Class, Merit-cum-Means, Minority. One-time registration; renewal each year.)
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+====== How to apply for scholarship via NSP ======
+{{:social:auto:how-to-apply-scholarship-nsp.png?direct&1200 |How to apply for scholarship via NSP — RTI Wiki}}
+<WRAP info>
+**Quick answer:** NSP (**scholarships.gov.in**) is the single portal for **80+ central/state scholarships** for SC/ST/OBC/EBC/Minorities/Disabled students. **Application window: typically July-October** (varies by scheme). One-time NSP registration; annual renewal. Disbursal via DBT to Aadhaar-linked bank account. No agent fee — fully free.
+</WRAP>
+===== Who can apply (eligibility) =====
+  * Indian citizen + valid Aadhaar + Aadhaar-linked bank account
+  * Family income within scheme-specific ceiling (Rs 2.5L for Pre/Post Matric SC/ST, Rs 2L for OBC, Rs 2L Minority)
+  * Studying in govt-recognised institution + 50%+ marks in previous class (most schemes)
+===== Step-by-step process =====
+  - **Register on scholarships.gov.in** — Mobile + OTP. Save Application ID — used for renewal next year too.
+  - **Choose scholarship scheme** — Filter by category (SC/ST/OBC/Minority/Disabled), level (Pre/Post-Matric/UG/PG), and state.
+  - **Fill application form** — Personal + Aadhaar + caste cert no + income cert no + bank account (IFSC + Aadhaar-linked).
+  - **Upload supporting docs** — Caste cert, income cert, previous mark sheet, fee receipt, current admission proof, Aadhaar.
+  - **Submit + verify by institution** — Institution Verifier (IV) at your school/college approves. Then DNO (District Nodal Officer) verifies.
+  - **State + Central approval** — State Nodal + Ministry approval. Multi-stage workflow visible on portal.
+  - **DBT credit** — Approved amount credited to Aadhaar-linked account in 60-90 days post-final approval.
+  - **Renewal each year** — Fresh application each academic year + Pass certificate of previous year. Use same Application ID.
+===== Where to apply, fee, and timeline =====
+  * **Online portal:** [[https://scholarships.gov.in|NSP]]
+  * **Offline:** Cyber cafés (you fill yourself; pay Rs 25-50 for printing). Schools/colleges have Verifier role only.
+  * **Fee:** **Free** at every stage. Beware agents charging Rs 500–2000.
+  * **Timeline:** **Application processing: 60-180 days** · **DBT credit: 30 days post-approval**
+===== What documents to keep ready =====
+See our complete checklist: [[:documents:scholarship-nsp|Documents required for scholarship nsp]] — covers mandatory + optional + size/format specs.
+===== Common issues + how to handle =====
+  * **Aadhaar not linked to bank** — DBT fails. Visit bank with Aadhaar to link via NPCI mapper.
+  * **Caste cert / income cert not uploaded properly** — must be PDF, <500KB, and in correct field. Common rejection reason.
+  * **Institution Verifier delays** — file RTI to Principal + DNO. NSP grievance portal also active.
+  * **Marks below cut-off (50%)** — some schemes have 60% cut-off (Top Class, Central Sector Scheme). Check carefully before applying.
+===== If your application is delayed or rejected — file an RTI =====
+Most "delays" or "rejections" clear within 7-15 days of an RTI being filed. Use this 5-question template:
+<code>
+. Status of my application no. _____ dated _____ as on date.
+. The name + designation of the dealing officer assigned to my file.
+. The reasons for delay beyond the statutory timeline.
+. Copy of any noting / movement of my file in the past 30 days.
+. The likely date of issuance of my certificate / approval.
+</code>
+**Auto-fill the PIO details + your case:** [[:rti-for-scholarship-status|Open the RTI Drafter →]]
+**Or browse state-wise scheme procedures:** [[:scheme-state:scholarship:start|All state portals + RTI templates]]
+**Track your application status:** [[:check-status:scholarship-status|How to check status guide]]
+===== Frequently asked questions =====
+==== Can I apply for multiple scholarships? ====
+Yes — but disbursal under only one scheme per year. NSP auto-blocks duplicates.
+==== What is "DBT" in NSP? ====
+Direct Benefit Transfer — funds go to Aadhaar-linked bank account of student. NOT to institution.
+==== Renewal — do I refill all docs? ====
+No — only previous-year pass certificate + current admission. Caste/income reused.
+==== Can private institute students apply? ====
+Yes if institute is govt-recognised (UGC/AICTE/State Board). Unrecognised: not eligible.
+==== Application stuck >90 days? ====
+File RTI to Institution + DNO + State Nodal. Use our [[:rti-for-scholarship-status|scholarship RTI generator]].
+===== Summary + what to do next =====
+<WRAP center round tip 90%>
+**Bottom line:** Apply at **NSP** (https://scholarships.gov.in). Fee: **Free** at every stage. Beware agents charging Rs 500–2000.. Timeline: **Application processing: 60-180 days** · **DBT credit: 30 days post-approval**. If delayed beyond timeline, file an RTI — most cases clear within 15 days.
+  * **Start your application:** [[https://scholarships.gov.in|NSP]]
+  * **Document checklist first:** [[:documents:scholarship-nsp|Required documents]]
+  * **Track existing application:** [[:check-status:scholarship-status|Status check guide]]
+  * **If stuck — RTI Drafter:** [[:rti-for-scholarship-status|File an RTI in 5 minutes]]
+  * **Talk to other citizens:** [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/awaaz-rti.html|AwaazRTI community]]
+  * **Browse all how-to-apply guides:** [[:how-to-apply:start|All 25 application guides]]
+</WRAP>
+===== Related reading =====
+  * [[:check-status:start|How to check status — 25 high-traffic services]]
+  * [[:documents:start|Documents required — 30 checklists]]
+  * [[:state-rti-portals-directory|All state RTI portals]]
+  * [[:citizen-rti-playbook|Full RTI Playbook — 100+ scenarios]]
+===== Sources =====
+  * Official portal: https://scholarships.gov.in
+  * Citizen feedback collected via [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/awaaz-rti.html|AwaazRTI]] (composite, identifying details removed).
+  * Statutory references: see relevant Act sections.
+//Last reviewed: 25 April 2026.//
+{{tag>how-to-apply scholarship-nsp citizen-services rti-fallback}}