The Government of Mizoram, in collaboration with the Central Government, offers multiple scholarship programs to support students at various levels—pre-matric, post-matric, and higher education. These scholarships aim to promote educational access among SC, ST, OBC, and minority communities by providing financial assistance to meritorious and economically disadvantaged students of Mizoram.
Short Summary
- Scholarship Name: Mizoram Scholarship 2025
- Launched By: Government of Mizoram & Central Government
- Beneficiaries: SC, ST, OBC, Minority students from Mizoram
- Objective: Financial support for education at secondary and higher levels
- Mode of Application: Online
- Official Portals: https://scholarships.gov.in, https://ugc.ac.in
Benefits
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Tuition and admission fee reimbursement (up to ₹70,000 per annum depending on course level)
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Monthly maintenance allowance
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Stipends for research and fellowship-based programs
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Book and contingency grants
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Special reservation for girl students (30% across various schemes)
Eligible Scholarships under Mizoram Scholarship 2025
| Scholarship Name | Provided By |
|---|---|
| Pre-Matric Scholarship | Mizoram Social Welfare Department |
| Post-Matric Scholarship | Mizoram Social Welfare Department |
| Merit-cum-Means Scholarship | Mizoram Social Welfare Department |
| Rajiv Gandhi National Fellowship | UGC |
| UGC NET JRF | UGC |
| INSPIRE Scholarship | Department of Science & Technology |
| Maulana Azad National Fellowship | UGC |
| CSIR JRF | CSIR |
| NEC Merit Scholarship | Mizoram Scholarship Board |
Important Dates (2025–26, Tentative)
| Scholarship | Application Period |
|---|---|
| Pre-Matric | April – June 2025 |
| Post-Matric | April – June 2025 |
| Merit-cum-Means | April – June 2025 |
| Rajiv Gandhi Fellowship | September – November 2025 |
| UGC NET JRF | September – December 2025 |
| INSPIRE Scholarship | October – December 2025 |
| Maulana Azad Fellowship | September – December 2025 |
| CSIR JRF | October – December 2025 |
| NEC Merit Scholarship | June – August 2025 |
Rewards & Scholarship Amounts
| Scholarship | Benefits |
|---|---|
| Pre-Matric | Up to ₹70,000 for fees + ₹350/month as maintenance |
| Post-Matric | ₹350–₹600/month + admission/tuition fees |
| Merit-cum-Means | ₹20,000/year + ₹1,000/month maintenance |
| Rajiv Gandhi Fellowship | ₹16,000–₹18,000/month + contingency up to ₹20,500 |
| UGC NET JRF/SRF | ₹12,000–₹14,000/month + HRA + contingency |
| INSPIRE | ₹80,000/year + ₹5,000/month for 10 months |
| Maulana Azad Fellowship | ₹25,000 (JRF), ₹28,000 (SRF) + contingency + HRA |
| CSIR JRF | ₹25,000–₹28,000/month + contingency grants |
| NEC Merit | ₹1,500 stipend + ₹3,000 book grant |
Eligibility Criteria
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Domicile: Applicant must be a permanent resident of Mizoram
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Academic Performance: Minimum 50–70% marks in last exam (varies by scheme)
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Income Limit: Annual family income should not exceed ₹1 lakh – ₹6 lakh depending on the scholarship
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Community: Must belong to SC/ST/OBC/Minority categories
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Admission Criteria: Must be enrolled in recognized institutions, many schemes require entrance-based admission
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Age Limit: Some schemes like UGC NET, CSIR JRF, INSPIRE have upper age limits (e.g., 28–35 years)
Documents Required
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Aadhaar Card
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Domicile Certificate (Mizoram)
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Last qualifying marksheet
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Income Certificate
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Caste/Minority Certificate
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Admission proof (Bonafide or Fee Receipt)
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Bank Passbook copy
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Passport-size Photograph
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Valid Mobile Number
Application Process
Apply via National Scholarship Portal (NSP)
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Click on “New Registration” and accept guidelines
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Fill in personal, academic, and bank details
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Upload the required documents
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Submit and note your Application ID for future login
Apply via UGC Portal
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Visit https://ugc.ac.in
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Select the relevant scholarship (e.g., Maulana Azad, Rajiv Gandhi)
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Fill out the form and attach required documents
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Submit the application before the deadline
Apply via DST Portal (for INSPIRE)
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Register and apply for the INSPIRE scholarship
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Upload academic and personal documents
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Submit and track status online
Fresh Login / Renewal Process
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Fresh Login:
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Click on “Fresh Login” for the current year
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Enter Application ID and Password
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Access your dashboard to view/complete the application
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Renewal Login:
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Log in using previous year credentials
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Update academic details and re-upload documents
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Submit renewal request for continued benefits
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How to Check Beneficiary List
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Visit NSP portal: https://scholarships.gov.in
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Click “Scheme-wise Scholarship Sanctioned List”
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Enter details: year, ministry, state, district, etc.
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Click Submit to view/download the list
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: How much amount can I receive under Mizoram Scholarship 2025?
A: Between ₹350/month to ₹80,000/year depending on the scholarship type and course level.
Q: What is the eligibility for the Pre and Post Matric Scholarships?
A: Must belong to SC/ST/OBC/Minority category, have 50%+ marks, and family income should be below ₹1–2 lakh/year.
Q: Where can I check my scholarship application status?
A: On https://scholarships.gov.in using your Application ID and password.
Q: Can I apply for more than one scholarship?
A: You can apply for only one scholarship per academic year under the NSP. Choose the most relevant one.
Q: When is the last date to apply in 2025?
A: Most scholarship deadlines fall between June and December 2025 depending on the scheme. Check the portal for exact dates.
Contact Information (Sources & References)
- National Scholarship Portal: https://scholarships.gov.in
- UGC Portal: https://ugc.ac.in
- INSPIRE Scholarship: https://online-inspire.gov.in
- Mizoram Social Welfare Department: https://socialwelfare.mizoram.gov.in
- NSP Helpline: 0120-6619540
- Email: [email protected]