Here are the most important and active schemes in 2026

️ 1. National Scholarship Portal (NSP) - Main Govt Portal

The National Scholarship Portal (NSP) is the biggest platform for all central + state scholarships.

Students can apply for:

• Pre-Matric (10th level)
• Post-Matric (11th, 12th, College)
• Merit-based scholarships
• Minority / sc / st / OBC schemes

Amount ranges from ₹10,000 to ₹50,000 per year depending on scheme.

Official site: scholarships.gov.in

2. Central Sector Scheme of Scholarship (CSSS)

Best for 12th pass meritorious students

• Must be in top percentile of Class 12 results
• For UG & PG studies

Benefits:

• ₹12,000/year (UG)
• ₹20,000/year (PG)

‍ 3. NMMS Scholarship (Class 8-12 support)

• For economically weaker students
• Helps continue studies after 10th

Around ₹12,000 per year support

4. PM YASASVI Scholarship (Class 9-12)

• For OBC, EBC, DNT students
• Income limit applies

₹75,000 - ₹1,25,000 support
Covers school + coaching expenses

‍ 5. State government Scholarships

Each state has its own schemes, such as:

• UP Scholarship
• Maharashtra Post-Matric Scholarship
• Tamil Nadu BC/SC/ST Scholarships
• Karnataka Free education Schemes

Benefits vary from ₹5,000 to ₹50,000+ per year

6. Private + Merit Scholarships (After 12th)

Some popular ones:

• Reliance Foundation Scholarship → up to ₹2 lakh per degree
• SBI Asha Scholarship → ₹10,000-₹50,000
• INSPIRE Scholarship (Science students)
• Foundation for Excellence (Engineering students)

Quick Summary Table

Level

Scholarship Type

Benefit

After 10th

NMMS, State schemes

₹6,000 - ₹12,000

After 12th

CSSS, NSP, Private

₹10,000 - ₹2 lakh

College

Merit + Govt + PSU

₹20,000 - ₹2 lakh+

Important Tips

✔ Apply only on official portal (NSP)
✔ Keep income certificate, marksheets ready
✔ Check deadlines every year (usually Aug-Dec)
✔ Many scholarships are renewable yearly

Final Takeaway

After 10th and 12th, students can access multiple government scholarships across India
Main platform is National Scholarship Portal (NSP)
Support ranges from school fees to full college funding

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