About this education scheme
The Directorate of Higher Education has launched the Nagaland State Merit Scholarship for the students of classes from 11th to 12th and UG Degree to PG degree so that they will be able to secure their scholarship rights or seats after getting online registration under this scholarship.
Details
All those students who have secured 80% marks in the class 10th exam while holding the domicile of Nagaland state can apply online under the Nagaland State Merit Scholarship for getting the scholarship amount. This scholarship will not be provided to students who have failed the previous year’s exam.
The DHE has launched the Nagaland State Merit Scholarship for providing socio-economic welfare to the students belonging to the residentship of Nagaland state. The student must be studying or getting admission to the post-matric class (class 11th, 12, UG, PG Degree). The students will also need to secure minimum marks in the previous year’s exam.
Objective
- The primary objective of launching the Nagaland State Merit Scholarship is to provide financial stability to the students studying or undertaking post-matric classes from the Nagaland government schools and colleges. The students will need to secure at least 70% to 80% marks in the previous year’s exam. In case of the scholarship renewal, the students can submit their last year’s Marksheet.
- The Nagaland State Merit Scholarship is to provide scholarship amounts to students belonging to the citizenship of Nagaland state so that they will be able to avail the best educational opportunities or facilities after getting this scholarship amount. The Department of Higher Education will be delegated with the task of carrying out scholarship operations.
Benefits at a glance
| Scheme name | Nagaland State Merit Scholarship (NSMS) |
|---|---|
| Launched by | School Education Department, Nagaland |
| Launch year | 2022 |
| Benefit type | Cash (money paid to your bank account) |
| Category | Education |
| Level / State | State · Nagaland |
| Official portal | scholarship.nagaland.gov.in (link at the end of this page) |
Key facts
| Scheme for | Individual |
|---|---|
| Application mode | Online |
| Last date | Ongoing (no last date notified) |
| Age | 18 to 55 years |
Who can apply (quick check)
- 👤All genders
- 🎂Age 18 to 55 years
- 🎓Students only
- 📝Online
Quick check from official data. Full conditions are in the Eligibility section.
What you receive
- Nagaland State Merit Scholarship will provide social security provisions to the students of Nagaland state.
- This will proven to be an amazing opportunity.
- Students of post-matric classes will be able to secure their scholarship rights.
- Students will be given the scholarship amount either on a monthly basis or a yearly basis.
- The only selection criteria will be that the student will need to secure at least 70% to 80% marks in the previous year’s exam.
- One can also get a scholarship renewal after submitting his or her Marksheet.
- This will provide an equal amount of educational opportunities to the students.
- Students belonging to the ST categories will also be given the same scholarship references.
- Students can apply online under the Nagaland State Merit Scholarship before the last date of online form submission for getting registration on a time.
- Students will be given the scholarship amount in the DBT mode
Who qualifies
- The student must be a permanent resident or citizen of Nagaland state.
- The applicant must be a student in a Post-matric class.
- The student must secure 70% or 80% marks in the last year’s exam for getting a scholarship renewal.
- Students in the ST category will also be given scholarship enrollment.
Note: To apply as a Fresh candidate, the student must be enrolled in the first year of the course. Renewal is applicable only to beneficiaries of this Scheme from the previous year.
Who is not eligible
- Students who have failed the last year’s exam.
- Students have 2 years of gap in their studies.
- Beneficiaries already getting the scholarship from another program.
- The employee of the government or semi-government organization
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Registration walkthrough
Online
Step 1: Visit the official website of the Common Scholarship Portal.
Step 2: Open the homepage and look at the top right corner of the screen.
Step 3: Click on the Register button.
Step 4: Fill in the registration form carefully with details such as Name, Gender, Aadhaar Number, Mobile Number, Password, and Confirm Password.
Step 5: After checking all the details, click on the Register button to complete the process.
Important dates
| Launch / start | 01 Jan 2022 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the benefits of the Nagaland State Merit Scholarship Scheme?
The scheme provides financial assistance to meritorious students of Nagaland who are pursuing higher education. The scholarship covers the tuition fees and other expenses of the students, enabling them to focus on their studies without any financial burden.
What is the minimum percentage required to apply for the Nagaland State Merit Scholarship Scheme
The minimum percentage required to apply for the scholarship is need to secure at least 70% to 80% marks in the previous year’s exam
What is the award amount of the scholarship?
The award amount of the scholarship varies depending on the course and level of study of the student. However, the scholarship covers the tuition fees and other expenses of the students
How can I apply for the Nagaland State Merit Scholarship Scheme?
Students can apply for the scholarship through the official website of the Nagaland State Government. The application process usually begins in the month of June and the last date of submission is in the month of August.
How are the beneficiaries selected for the scholarship?
The beneficiaries are selected based on their academic performance and financial need. The selection process is usually done by a committee appointed by the Nagaland State Government
Who can apply for the scholarship
The scholarship is open to students who are residents of Nagaland and are pursuing higher education.
What courses are covered under the scholarship?
The scholarship covers all courses at the undergraduate and postgraduate level, including engineering, medical, management, law, and other professional courses.
Can students who have completed their education apply for the scholarship
No, students who have completed their education are not eligible for the scholarship. The scholarship is only for students who are currently pursuing higher education.
Submit your application yourself on the official portal; it costs nothing. Treat anyone demanding money to "get you approved" as a scam.
- Guidelines highereducation.nagaland.gov.in (PDF)
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