About The Scholarship
The NSP Post-Matric Scholarship for Students with Disabilities 2023-24, provided by the Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities, Government of India, is a commendable initiative aimed at supporting physically disabled students from Class 11 to the postgraduate level. The scholarship seeks to alleviate the financial burden on students with disabilities, empowering them to pursue higher education and contribute meaningfully to society.
Objectives of this scholarships
- To Empower physically disabled students through financial support.
- Facilitating higher education for disabled students.
- To Prepare students for future livelihood and societal integration.
Full Overview Of NSP Post-matric Scholarship for Students with Disabilities
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Scholarship Name | Disabled students currently studying in the undergraduate first-year |
| Covering Region | India |
| Launched By | Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities, Govt. of India |
| Objective | Support disabled students from Class 11 to postgraduate level in their education journey |
| Beneficiaries | Disabled students who are currently studying in the undergraduate first year |
| Scholarship Amount | Maintenance allowances and other benefits (Details in the table below) |
| Mode Of Application | Online |
| Last Date Of Application | 15th January 2024 |
| Official Website | https://scholarships.gov.in/ |
Important Date
| ScholarshipName | Application Deadline | Defective Application Verification Date | Institute Verification | DNO/SNO/MNO Verification | Guidelines |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NSP Post-matric Scholarship | 31st December 2023 | Open till 15-01-2024 | Opening Soon | Opening Soon | Guidelines |
Eligibility criteria
- Indian national with more than 40% disability certified by the competent authority.
- Studying from Class 11 to post-graduation in a UGC/AICTE-recognized university.
- Annual family income less than INR 2,50,000.
- Employed students meeting income criteria can apply.
- 50% of scholarships are reserved for female candidates.
Selection Procedure
- Candidates check eligibility and apply through the online portal on the Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities website.
- Duly filled application form (from www.disabilityaffairs.gov.in) and necessary documents are sent to the Department.
- Employed candidates need a “No Objection Certificate” from their employer.
- The Screening Committee will review applications according to the Scheme guidelines.
- Eligible candidates shortlisted by the Screening Committee will proceed to the next stage.
- Requests for changing the chosen Institution/College/University will not be entertained at any stage.
- Awardees wishing to change the course or university can apply again.
Scholarship Amounts & benefits
Maintenance Allowance Rates for NSP Post-Matric Scholarship for Students with Disabilities
| Courses | Hostellers (Per Month) | Day Scholars (Per Month) |
|---|---|---|
| All Bachelor’s/Post-Graduate Degree courses in Medicine, Engineering/Technology, Planning/Architecture, Fashion Technology, Management, Business/Finance Administration, Computer Science/Applications, Agriculture, Veterinary and Allied Sciences. All Post-Graduate Degree/Diploma courses recognized by UGC/AICTE in any discipline | 1600 | 750 |
| Professional courses leading to Degree/Diploma, Certificate in areas like Pharmacy (B. Pharma), LLB, BFS, other para-medical branches like Rehabilitation, Diagnostics, etc., Mass Communication, Hotel Management & Catering, Travel/Tourism/Hospitality, Interior Decoration, Nutrition & Dietetics, Commercial Art, Financial Services (e.g., Banking, Insurance, Taxation, etc.) | 1100 | 700 |
| All other courses leading to a Graduate degree not covered under Group I & II, e.g., BA/B.Sc/B.Com, etc. | 950 | 650 |
| All Post-matriculation level non-degree courses for which entrance qualification is High School (Class X), e.g. Senior Secondary Certificate (Classes XI and XII), both general and vocational stream, ITI courses, 3-year diploma courses in Polytechnics, etc. | 900 | 550 |
Required Documents
- Disability certificate.
- Age proof certificate.
- Income certificate.
- Certificate of previous academic Result.
- Fee receipt of the current course year.
- Photo of the applicant.
- Bank account details.
How to apply
- Click on the ‘Apply Now’ link on the official website. Click on the ‘Apply Now’ link on the official website. The link of which we have given below for your convenience.
- Follow this PPT file to apply correctly (make sure you have downloaded PowerPoint app in your phone which you can download from google play store) – click here for the ppt file
- Register with the required details or log in if already registered.
- Fill in the application form, providing accurate details.
- Upload the necessary documents and apply.
Contact Details:
- Ministry of Minority Affairs, Government of India
- Phone Number: (0120)-6619540
- Email: helpdesk@nsp.gov.in
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