Assam SC Scholarship 2026: Pre-Matric & Post-Matric Application Process Open
The Directorate of Welfare of Scheduled Castes and Other Backward Classes, Assam, has officially launched the recruitment for the Assam SC Scholarship Scheme for the academic year 2026–2027. This initiative includes centrally sponsored Pre-Matric and Post-Matric scholarships tailored to assist students from the Scheduled Castes (SC) community across the state.
Eligible candidates can submit their applications online through the National Scholarship Portal (NSP). The application portal opens on June 1, 2026, and the final deadline to submit registrations is September 30, 2026.
Assam SC Scholarship Scheme Overview
| Scheme Attribute | Details |
| Scholarship Name | Pre-Matric & Post-Matric Scholarship for SC Students |
| Sanctioning Authority | Government of India & Directorate of SC Welfare, Assam |
| Academic Session | 2026 – 2027 |
| Application Mode | Online via National Scholarship Portal (NSP) |
| Application Fee | Nil (Free of Cost) |
| Online Application Start Date | June 1, 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | September 30, 2026 |
| Institutional Verification Deadline | October 31, 2026 |
Eligible Scholarship Categories
The scheme is structurally divided into three distinct components based on the student’s current class enrollment:
1. Pre-Matric Scholarship (Component-I)
- Target Group: SC students pursuing regular education.
- Eligible Classes: Class IX (9th) and Class X (10th).
2. Pre-Matric Scholarship for Unclean Occupations (Component-II)
- Target Group: Children of parents or legal guardians involved in cleaning and occupations prone to health hazards.
- Eligible Classes: Class I (1st) to Class X (10th).
3. Post-Matric Scholarship
- Target Group: SC students continuing their education beyond high school.
- Eligible Classes: All post-matriculation level courses (Class 11, Class 12, Degrees, Diplomas, and Post-Graduation).
Detailed Eligibility Criteria
To successfully qualify for the educational grant, applicants must strictly fulfill the following state and central criteria:
- Community: The applicant must belong to the Scheduled Caste (SC) community of Assam. A valid Caste Certificate issued explicitly by the Office of the District Commissioner (DC) of their respective home district is mandatory.
- Domicile & Citizenship: The applicant must be a citizen of India and a permanent resident (domicile) of Assam.
- Income Ceiling Rules:
- For Component-I (Pre-Matric Class 9–10) & Post-Matric Schemes: Total annual family income from all combined sources must not exceed ₹2.5 Lakhs per annum. The income certificate must be strictly issued by the Circle Officer of the respective Revenue Circle.
- For Component-II (Unclean Occupations Class 1–10): There is no income limit. However, a specialized work certificate must be obtained from the District Social Welfare Office or an authorized civic/local body agency.
- Academic Verification: A valid Bonafide Student Certificate signed by the Head of the Institution (HoI) is required for all components.
Mandatory Documents for Online Form Fill-up
Candidates must ensure they have high-quality scanned copies of the following documents ready before launching the application interface:
- Bonafide Student Certificate (From current school/college)
- Income Certificate (Issued by the competent Revenue Circle Officer)
- SC Caste Certificate (Issued by the District Commissioner’s office)
- Bank Account Passbook (Must be active and seeded for Direct Benefit Transfer)
- Aadhaar Card (Note: For minor applicants applying without their own Aadhaar, providing the parent’s or legal guardian’s Aadhaar is mandatory).
Critical Bank Notice: Ensure your submitted bank account is completely active and properly linked/seeded with your Aadhaar number. The entire scholarship money is disbursed through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) mode. The welfare directorate is not liable for payment failures resulting from inactive or non-seeded bank profiles.
How to Apply for Assam SC Scholarship via NSP
The registration framework requires students to complete a One-Time Registration (OTR) profile before submitting the final scheme form.
1.Generate OTR (One-Time Registration):NSP App / Portal.
Navigate to the official National Scholarship Portal and click on the ‘One-Time Registration’ link. Complete your basic identity registration and facial authentication using the official NSP application to generate your unique OTR number.
2.Log In to the Dashboard:Credentials Required.
Return to the main NSP portal at scholarships.gov.in. Use your generated OTR number and password to log in to the student portal.
3.Select the Scholarship Scheme:State Schemes – Assam.
Under the state-sponsored category, select the appropriate option: Pre-Matric or Post-Matric Scholarship for SC Students of Assam. Fill out your complete academic grades and personal information fields.
4.Upload and Submit:Deadline: Sept 30, 2026.
Upload the required documents (Caste certificate, Circle officer income slip, and Bonafide document) in the prescribed formats. Review your full profile entries and click ‘Submit’. Print out the system-generated acknowledgment receipt for institutional submission.
Important Quick Links
| Resource Description | Access Portal |
| NSP One-Time Registration (OTR) | Click Here |
| Online Application & Student Login | Register | Login |
| Official Welfare Notification | Register | Login |
| Scholarship Guidelines | Pre-Matric | Post-Matric |
| NSP Technical Helpline | 0120-6619540 |
Conclusion
The Assam SC Scholarship 2026 is a crucial financial aid pipeline aimed at supporting students from Scheduled Caste backgrounds, minimizing drop-out figures, and pushing higher education enrollment numbers across Assam. Because the validation framework involves an extensive multi-tier verification process—including immediate institutional checking before October 31, 2026—students are strongly advised to secure their income and DC-level caste credentials as early as possible. Do not wait for the ultimate portal cutoff on September 30, 2026; generate your OTR number and submit your form through the official National Scholarship Portal to guarantee timely Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) clearance.Stay updated with the latest job news by visiting NiyogAssam.com regularly.