National Scholarship Portal (NSP) — one window for central schemes

Eligibility

Students of any state, including Bihar, who meet the scheme's category, marks and income rules

Most central scholarships are applied for here. First do the one-time registration, then choose the scheme that suits you.

How to apply — step by step

1. 1
   Open scholarships.gov.in and click 'Register' under the student section; read the instructions.
2. 2
   Enter your basic details and Aadhaar-linked mobile number; you receive a Temporary / Application ID.
3. 3
   Log in and complete the one-time registration (personal, bank and course details).
4. 4
   Go to 'Apply' and select the scholarship scheme that matches your category and class.
5. 5
   Fill in the application form and upload the documents.
6. 6
   Final submit and take a print-out; the institute and the nodal officers verify it.
7. 7
   Track the status from the login; payment is made through DBT to your bank account.

Documents you will need

• Aadhaar card
• Passport-size photograph
• Bank passbook (Aadhaar-linked account in the student's name)
• Mark sheet of the last exam
• Bihar residence / domicile certificate
• Caste certificate (if applying for a category scheme)
• Income certificate (latest)
• Bonafide / admission proof and fee receipt from the institution