UGC Scholarship for Postgraduate Studies 2025 – PG Students can Apply Online via National Scholarship Portal

The University Grants Commission (UGC) has officially launched the UGC Scholarship for Postgraduate Studies 2025, offering financial assistance to meritorious students pursuing regular postgraduate degrees across India. The Online Application Process for UGC Scholarship for PG Students is Live and eligible students can Apply through the National Scholarship Portal (NSP Portal). Apply Link is mentioned below.

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National Scholarship for Postgraduate Studies 2025 – Overview

Eligibility Criteria for UGC Scholarship for PG Students 2025–26

TO be eligible for this UGC Scholarship for PG Students, applicants must meet the following conditions:

Who can Apply?

• Must be admitted into the first year of a Regular/Full-Time postgraduate degree program in a recognized Indian institution.
• Age must be below 30 years at the time of PG admission.
• The institution must be covered under Section 2(f)/3 of the UGC Act and possess an AISHE (All India Survey on Higher Education) code.

Who cannot Apply?

• Students who already hold a postgraduate degree (in any discipline) are not eligible.
• Admission through open/distance/private/part-time modes is not accepted.
• Applicants must not be receiving any other scholarship, financial aid, or fellowship during the course.

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How to Apply – UGC Scholarship for Postgraduate Studies 2025

The application process for UGC Scholarship for Postgraduate Studies 2025-26 is fully online and managed through the National Scholarship Portal (NSP). Here’s a step-by-step breakdown:

Step 1: One Tine Registration (OTR)

• Go to NSP : National Scholarship Portal
• One Time Registration(OTR) if applying for the first time.
• Use your Aadhaar number for authentication.

Step 2: Fill Out the Online Application

• Log in using your credentials.
• Select the Scholarship
• Fill in personal, academic, and bank details carefully.

Step 3: Upload Required Documents

Ensure you upload clear, legible copies of the following:

• Recent passport-size photograph
• Proof of age (birth certificate or school record)
• Income certificate of parent/guardian
• Tuition fee receipt
• Last academic qualification certificate
• Aadhaar card or enrollment slip

Step 4: Institutional Verification

• Your educational institution must be registered on the NSP.
• The institution will verify your application and documents online.

Step 5: State Nodal Officer Verification

• The State Nodal Officer will review and digitally sign the verified applications.
• If you’re studying in a different state from your permanent residence, your home state’s Education/Welfare Department must recommend your application.

Step 6: Scholarship Disbursal

• Scholarships are disbursed directly to the beneficiary’s Aadhaar-linked bank account via DBT (Direct Benefit Transfer).

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Renewal Process for UGC PG Scholarship 2025–26

Renewal of the scholarship is based on academic progress and institutional verification. Here’s Step-by-Step guide to renew the UGC Scholarship for PG Students

Key Conditions for Renewal

• The student must be promoted to the next academic year.
• Good conduct and regular attendance are mandatory.
• The renewal is only applicable if no course or institution change has occurred.
• Continued eligibility depends on no other concurrent scholarships/fellowships.

Renewal Application Steps