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Scholarship 2026: National, State & Study Abroad Scholarship Status

Scholarship 2026: Financial barriers should not stop education. From the National Scholarship Portal (NSP 2026) to UP Scholarship and Study Abroad funding, millions of rupees are available for Indian students.

This is your Mega Guide to Scholarships 2026. We have compiled the top Government and Private scholarships for School (Class 9-12), College, and International studies.

Scholarship 2026 Calendar (All India Mega List)

This master table tracks the Top 20+ Active Scholarships for the 2026-27 session.

Scholarship NameEligibilityLast DateApply Link
NSP Scholarship 2026Class 1 to PG (All India)Oct 2026Apply Online
UP Scholarship 2026UP Students (Pre/Post Matric)Jan 2026Check Status
PM YASASVI SchemeOBC, EBC, DNT StudentsAug 2026Apply Online
Bihar Post Matric (PMS)Bihar BC/EBC/SC/STSep 2026Apply Online
e-Kalyan JharkhandJharkhand SC/ST/BCMar 2026Apply Online
SSP Scholarship (Karnataka)Karnataka StudentsFeb 2026Apply Online
Reliance Foundation UGUG Students (Merit-cum-Means)Oct 2026Apply Online
HDFC Badhte KadamClass 11-12 & UGActiveApply Online
Tata Trust ScholarshipMedical & EngineeringJan 2026Apply Online
Fulbright-Nehru (USA)Masters / PhDJuly 2026Apply Online
Chevening Scholarship (UK)Masters DegreeNov 2025Apply Online
Commonwealth (UK)Masters / PhDDec 2025Apply Online
Swami Vivekananda (WB)West Bengal MeritActiveApply Online
MahaDBT (Maharashtra)Maharasthra StudentsMar 2026Apply Online
AICTE Pragati (Girls)Technical Degree/DiplomaOct 2026Apply Online
LIC HFL VidyadhanClass 11 to PGActiveApply Online
SBI Asha ScholarshipSchool to IIT/IIM StudentsActiveApply Online
Dr. Ambedkar ScholarshipPunjab SC/BC FamiliesActiveApply Online
Inspire Scholarship (SHE)Top 1% in Class 12Nov 2026Apply Online

Top Government Scholarships 2026

  • National Scholarship Portal (NSP): The biggest portal for Minority, SC, ST, and Disability scholarships. Includes scheme like “Central Sector Scheme” for college students.
  • UP Scholarship (Saksham): For students of Uttar Pradesh. You can check your UP Scholarship Status directly on the portal using your registration number.
  • PM YASASVI: A specialized scholarship for OBC, EBC, and DNT students conducted by NTA.

Study Abroad Scholarships 2026

Dreaming of studying in the UK, USA, or Canada?

  • Fulbright-Nehru (USA): Fully funded fellowship for Master’s.
  • Chevening (UK): Covers tuition and living expenses for a one-year Master’s degree.
  • Commonwealth: For students from commonwealth countries to study in the UK.

Private Scholarships 2026 (Merit & Means)

These are easier to get than govt scholarships.

  • Reliance Foundation: For First-Year UG students. Income < 15 Lakh.
  • HDFC Parivartan: Support for students facing financial crisis.
  • Tata Trust: One of the oldest scholarships for Medical and Engineering students.

Documents Required for Scholarship Form

Most portals reject forms due to missing documents. Keep these ready:

  1. Aadhaar Card (Linked with Mobile).
  2. Bank Account Passbook (Aadhaar Seeded/DBT Enabled).
  3. Income Certificate (Latest, issued by Tehsildar).
  4. Caste Certificate (If applicable).
  5. Domicile / Residence Certificate.
  6. Fee Receipt (Current Year).
  7. Previous Year Marksheet.
  8. Bonafide Certificate (From School/College).

Useful Resources

  • Q1: What is the last date for UP Scholarship 2026?

    Ans: For Dashmottar (College/University), the last date is often extended to January 2026. Check the official site for real-time updates.

  • Q2: Is there any scholarship for OBC students in 2026?

    Ans: Yes! The PM YASASVI Scheme and National Fellowship for OBC are excellent options. Most state portals also have specific OBC schemes.

  • Q3: How to check NSP Scholarship Status?

    Ans: Login to scholarships.gov.in with your Application ID. Your dashboard will show if the money has been credited.

  • Q4: Can I apply for scholarships if I am waiting for Admission?

    Ans: No, you usually need a confirmed admission receipt. Check the validity of the College Admissions first.