National Scholarship Portal (NSP) under the Ministry of Electronics & It Govt of India has published the one of the very important document Named as NSP Merit List 2025. In this, the name of the students who are short listed and validated for getting financial aids from different central and state level scholarship schemes for syllabus 2025-26.
Wait it out if you’ve applied for the NSP & Checking your name in the merit list this is the next most important step that you can take… This post will guide you on how to download the applicant list in PDF, see your status and know the complete scholarship program.
Short Summary
• Scheme Authority: National Scholarship Portal, Government of India
• Academic Year: 2025
• Eligible Levels: Pre-Matric, Post-Matric, Merit-cum-Means, Top-Class Scholarships, and more
• Merit List Release Date: March–April 2025 (tentative)
• List Format: PDF (Downloadable by State, Scheme, Category)
• Official Portal: https://scholarships.gov.in
Benefits
• Scholarships ranging from ₹5,000 to ₹50,000+ annually
• Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) to students’ bank accounts
• Recognition of academic merit and socio-economic need
• One-time or recurring financial aid for education continuity
• Transparent merit-based selection across categories and schemes
Eligibility
• Applicant must be a citizen of India
• Must belong to SC/ST/OBC/Minority/General (EWS) as per scheme
• Must be pursuing education in a recognized institution
• Annual family income limit must fall under the scheme’s guidelines (₹1 lakh–₹2.5 lakh)
• Must have secured the required minimum marks in previous exams
• Should not be availing benefits from another similar scholarship for the same course
Documents Required
• Aadhaar Card
• Passport-size Photo
• Domicile Certificate
• Previous Year Marksheet
• Bonafide Certificate from Institution
• Caste Certificate (if applicable)
• Income Certificate (Issued by Competent Authority)
• Bank Passbook copy (linked with Aadhaar)
• Fee Receipt of the Institution
• Disability Certificate (if applicable)
Important Dates
| Activity | Expected Timeline |
|---|---|
| NSP Scholarship Application Last Date | November 2025 |
| Institute Verification Ends | January 2025 |
| Final Merit List Publication | March–April 2025 |
| Scholarship Amount Disbursement | April–June 2025 |
Application Process
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Click “New Registration” if applying for the first time
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Complete Aadhaar and mobile/email verification
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Create login credentials and fill in academic/personal info
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Upload documents in correct format and submit the form
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Download your submitted application for reference
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Await verification by institution and nodal officer
How to Download NSP Merit List 2025 (PDF)
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Visit the NSP official portal: https://scholarships.gov.in
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Go to the “Applicant Corner”
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Click on “Scheme-wise List of Applicants Processed for Scholarship”
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Choose academic year, ministry, and scheme
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Select State, District, Institution Type, and Name
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Click “Submit” to download the merit list in PDF format
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Check your name and application ID in the list
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: How much amount can I receive for a scholarship?
Depending on the scheme, it ranges between ₹5,000 to ₹50,000 annually.
Q: What criteria should be met to be eligible for a scholarship?
You must meet caste/income/academic criteria as per the respective scheme and apply via the NSP portal.
Q: How can I check my scholarship status?
Login at scholarships.gov.in, navigate to “Track Application Status,” and enter your Application ID.
Q: What are my chances of gaining a scholarship?
If you meet eligibility, apply correctly, and get verified by the institution, your chances are good.
Q: How do I know if I am eligible to apply?
Visit the official NSP portal and check eligibility under each scheme listed.
Q: What should I submit with my scholarship application?
Documents include Aadhaar, income, caste, domicile certificates, bank passbook, and academic records.
Q: What is the online application and login process?
Register on NSP → Create Login → Fill Form → Upload Docs → Submit → Track Application
Q: What is the official website of NSP?
The official website is https://scholarships.gov.in
Q: How to check NSP application status?
Go to “Track Your Application” on NSP, enter your details, and check your real-time status.
Q: What is the scholarship application last date?
The expected last date for 2025–26 session is November 2025, subject to extension.
Contact Information (Sources and References)
• Official Website: https://scholarships.gov.in
• Helpdesk Number: 0120-6619540
• Email ID: [email protected]
• PFMS Payment Tracking: https://pfms.nic.in