Eligible students can apply online for the Assam ST Scholarship through the National Scholarship Portal (NSP) at www.scholarships.gov.in.

🎓 ST Scholarship Assam 2025 – Overview

🧾 Eligibility Criteria for ST Scholarship Assam 2025

1️⃣ Pre-Matric Scholarship for ST Students (Class IX & X)

To be eligible, candidates must meet the following conditions:

• Must belong to the Scheduled Tribe (ST) community of Assam.
• Must be studying in a Government or Government-recognized school.
• Annual family income should not exceed ₹2.5 lakh.
• Must have a valid bank account linked with Aadhaar and mobile number.
• Should not be receiving any other scholarship.
• Scholarship is applicable only for one academic session per class (no repeat benefit).

2️⃣ Post-Matric Scholarship for ST Students

To apply for the Post-Matric Scholarship, applicants must:

• Belong to the ST community of Assam.
• Have passed Matriculation or Higher Secondary or equivalent.
• Have family income below ₹2.5 lakh per annum.
• Possess a valid bank account linked with Aadhaar and mobile number.
• Not be availing any other scholarship simultaneously.
• Be pursuing studies in one of the following recognized institutions:

✅ Government/Private Colleges, Universities, Deemed Universities, Institutions of National Importance, AICTE/UGC/MCI recognized institutes, and other accredited institutions in India.

💻 How to Apply for ST Scholarship Assam 2025

Eligible candidates can apply through the National Scholarship Portal (NSP) by following the steps below:

1. Visit the official website: https://scholarships.gov.in
2. Scroll down to the Important Web Links section.
3. Click on “Online Application Form”.
4. Click on “New Registration” if you are applying for the first time.
5. Enter your details and register yourself.
6. Log in using your credentials and fill out the scholarship form.
7. Upload all required documents (income certificate, caste certificate, mark sheets, etc.).
8. Click “Submit” and take a printout of your application for future reference.

🗓️ Important Dates of ST Scholarship Assam 2025

🔗 Important Web Links of ST Scholarship Assam

📚 Documents Required for Assam ST Scholarship 2025

Applicants must keep the following documents ready before applying:

• Caste Certificate (ST) issued by competent authority.
• Income Certificate.
• Aadhaar Card.
• Bank Passbook (linked with Aadhaar).
• Recent Passport-size Photograph.
• Marksheet/Certificate of the last examination passed.
• Bonafide Certificate from the institution.

❓ FAQs – ST Scholarship Assam 2025

Q1. What is the last date to apply for ST Scholarship Assam 2025?
👉 The last date for online application submission is 24th October 2025.

Q2. Who can apply for the ST Scholarship in Assam?
👉 Students belonging to the Scheduled Tribes (ST) category, studying in Class IX and above, and whose family income does not exceed ₹2.5 lakh per annum.

Q3. What is the difference between Pre-Matric and Post-Matric ST Scholarship?
👉 Pre-Matric is for Class IX & X students, while Post-Matric is for Class XI to postgraduate-level students.

Q4. How can I apply for ST Scholarship Assam 2025?
👉 Apply online through the National Scholarship Portal (NSP) – www.scholarships.gov.in.

Q5. Is Aadhaar mandatory for ST Scholarship Assam?
👉 Yes, students must have a valid Aadhaar-linked bank account to receive the scholarship amount.

Q6. When will the scholarship amount be credited?
👉 The scholarship amount will be directly credited to the student’s bank account after successful verification by the institute and authorities.

🏁 Conclusion

The ST Scholarship Assam 2025 aims to provide financial assistance to Scheduled Tribe students pursuing studies from Class IX to higher education levels. Eligible candidates are advised to apply online before 24th October 2025 through the National Scholarship Portal and ensure all details are correctly filled in to avoid rejection.

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The National Scholarship Portal (NSP) is a centralized online system run by the Indian government to make it easier for students to apply for different scholarships.
Assam, which is a state in India, provides various scholarships through this portal to help students from different backgrounds.

Types of Assam Scholarships on NSP:

Post-Matric Scholarship:
Eligibility: Students studying classes 11 and above in government or government-aided institutions.

Criteria: Must belong to a minority community, be a girl from a backward class, or be a disabled student.

NSP Post-Matric Scholarship for SC Students, Assam 2025-26

Eligibility

To qualify for this scholarship, an applicant needs to meet these requirements:

• Be a resident of Assam
• Belong to the Scheduled Caste (SC) group in the state
• Be currently studying a course after completing high school in a recognized school, college, or university (as mentioned in the terms and conditions section)
• Have passed high school or higher secondary exams from a recognized university or board
• Have a combined annual income of not more than ₹2,50,000 from all sources for parents or guardians

Notes:

• The institutions will decide the maximum age for admission to different classes.
• Students who change from one subject to another, like from Science to Arts in Intermediate or from B.Com to B.A., are not eligible.
  This also includes changing from one subject to another in degree courses like B.A. to M.A.
• Students enrolled in any post-matric or post-secondary course are eligible.
  This includes distance or online learning, but only when offered by Central or State Universities through distance or continuous education programs.
• If a student gets two scholarships at the same time, they can choose one and inform the authorities through their institution head.

Benefits

The scholarship provides these benefits throughout the entire course:

• Compulsory non-refundable fees, such as tuition fees as set by the state government’s fee rationalization committee
• Academic allowance:

Category of course Hostel Students (annual in ₹) Day Students (annual in ₹)
Group 1 – Degree and postgraduate professional courses 13,500 7,000
Group 2 – Other professional courses leading to degree/diploma/certificate 9,500 6,500
Group 3 – Graduate and postgraduate courses not in groups 1 and 2 6,000 3,000
Group 4 – All post-matriculation (after class 10) non-degree courses 4,000 2,500

Notes:

• Disabled students get an extra 10% on their allowance.
• Students doing CA/ICWA/CS/ICFA are treated as day scholars for the purpose of academic allowance.
• Students studying through distance/online methods are not eligible for academic allowances.
• No scholarship will be given to students who have already received benefits from another scholarship.
  However, they can get free housing, grants, or other aid for things like books, equipment, and living expenses under this scheme.

Freeship Card:

• According to the scheme, all eligible students can join institutions without paying tuition or hostel fees upfront.
  The state government will issue a freeship card to these students.
• Students with a freeship card can start attending classes without paying right away.
  The fees will be paid directly from the scholarship funds to the institutions later.

Documents Required:

• A passport-sized photo of the student
• One attested copy of all academic records, including certificates, diplomas, and degrees
• A valid caste certificate, signed by an authorized Revenue Officer (RO), at least a Tehsildar
• An income certificate from the parent(s) or guardian(s) issued by the authorities as decided by the state government
• A receipt for the previous year’s scholarship (if applicable)

How to Apply?

Eligible students can apply by following these steps:

Step 1: Click on the ‘Apply Now’ button.

Step 2: Click on the ‘Register’ button and fill in your details.
(Note: If you are already registered, log in using your email, mobile number, or Gmail.)
Step 3: Go to the ‘Students’ option on the left-hand side of the dashboard and click it.

Step 4: Click on the ‘Login’ button under the OTR option, as it is needed to apply for the scholarship on the National Scholarship Portal (NSP).

Step 5: Click on ‘New user?
Register yourself’ on the left-hand side of the dashboard.
Step 6: Read the information carefully, check the box, and click on ‘Next’.

Step 7: Enter a mobile number, captcha code, and OTP then submit to complete the registration.

Step 8: Fill in all required details and click on ‘Save & Register’ to finish the One-time registration (OTR) process.
(Note: This is a temporary number. Students must download the OTR mobile app for face authentication.)
Step 9: After successful registration, go to the ‘Apply for Scholarship’ option and click on ‘Login’.

Step 10: Choose the scholarship, fill in all required details, upload necessary documents, and submit.

Note: All applicants must enter correct information on the application form.
Once submitted, no changes can be made. Submitting more than one application will lead to disqualification.