National Scholarship Portal Bihar Guide 2026
Verified by SkillUpBihar Editorial Team on 14 Feb 2026
Guide Overview
Required Documents:
Complete Guide
National Scholarship Portal Bihar Guide 2026
Bhaiyon, National Scholarship Portal (NSP) pe 140+ scholarship schemes hain - Pre-Matric, Post-Matric, Central Sector, NMMSS sab. Bihar ke SC/ST/OBC/EBC/Minority students ke liye scholarships yahan available hain. NSP pe apply karna FREE hai aur paisa seedha bank account mein aata hai (DBT). Ye guide mein complete process bataya hai - registration se lekar payment status check tak.
NSP aur e-Kalyan alag hain! NSP central government ka portal hai. Bihar ka e-Kalyan portal sirf Kanya Utthan Yojana ke liye hai. Dono pe separately apply kar sakte ho.
Quick Info
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Portal | scholarships.gov.in |
| Scholarships | 140+ central & state schemes |
| Eligibility | SC/ST/OBC/EBC/Minority/Merit-based |
| Fee | Free (Rs 0) |
| Payment | Direct Bank Transfer (DBT via PFMS) |
| Helpline | 0120-6619540 (8 AM - 8 PM) |
| helpdesk@nsp.gov.in |
Direct Links
- NSP Portal - Apply Online (Official portal)
- NSP Helpdesk (Contact & support)
- Bihar Post-Matric SC/ST Portal (State-specific)
- e-Kalyan Bihar (Kanya Utthan Yojana - separate)
Major Scholarships for Bihar Students
| Scholarship | For Whom | Income Limit | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pre-Matric (Class 9-10) | SC/ST/OBC/Minority | Rs 2.5 lakh/year | Rs 3,500 - Rs 10,000/year |
| Post-Matric (Class 11+) | SC/ST/OBC/EBC | Rs 2.5 lakh/year | Tuition fee + maintenance (varies by course) |
| Central Sector (Graduation) | Top 20% in 12th | Rs 4.5 lakh/year | Rs 12,000 - Rs 20,000/year |
| NMMSS (Class 9-12) | Merit + EWS | Rs 3.5 lakh/year | Rs 12,000/year |
Key: Income certificate zaroori hai almost sabhi scholarships ke liye. Bihar Income Certificate Guide se banwao.
Step-by-Step Apply Process
Step 1: One-Time Registration (OTR)
- scholarships.gov.in pe jaao
- "New Registration" click karo
- NSP OTR app download karo (Play Store se)
- AadhaarFaceRD app bhi download karo
- Face authentication complete karo (Aadhaar se)
- 14-digit OTR number milega - ye lifetime valid hai
Important: Aadhaar biometric "Unlocked" hona chahiye. myAadhaar portal se check karo.
Step 2: Login & Apply
- OTR number aur password se login karo
- Fresh Application select karo (naye students) ya Renewal (purane)
- Apna scholarship scheme select karo
- Personal details bharo - naam, DOB, category, address
- Academic details - college, course, marks
- Bank details - account number, IFSC code
Step 3: Documents Upload
- Aadhaar Card, Income Certificate, Caste Certificate
- Previous year marksheet, Bonafide certificate
- Bank passbook first page, Photo
- Format: PDF/JPEG, clear aur valid
Step 4: Submit & Institute Verification
- Preview karo aur Submit karo
- Application ID save karo
- College/School ko verify karna padega (institute login se)
- District Nodal Officer (DNO) final approve karega
Required Documents
| Document | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Aadhaar Card | Identity + OTR registration |
| Income Certificate | Family income verification |
| Caste Certificate | SC/ST/OBC/Minority proof |
| Previous Marksheet | Academic eligibility |
| Bonafide Certificate | Institution verification |
| Bank Passbook | DBT payment ke liye (student name hona chahiye) |
| Domicile Certificate | Bihar resident proof |
| Passport Photo | Application ke liye |
Critical: Bank account mein student ka khud ka naam hona chahiye. Parent ka account se payment reject ho sakta hai.
Payment Status Check
Method 1: NSP Portal
- scholarships.gov.in pe login karo
- "Check Your Status" click karo
- Application ID se status dekho
Method 2: PFMS Portal
- PFMS portal pe jaao
- Bank name + Account number daalo
- Payment credit status dikhega
Note: Payment phase-wise release hota hai, ek saath nahi. "Payment File Sent to PFMS" ka matlab processing mein hai.
NSP vs e-Kalyan Bihar
| Feature | NSP | e-Kalyan Bihar |
|---|---|---|
| Portal | scholarships.gov.in | ekalyan.bih.nic.in |
| Scope | National - 140+ schemes | Bihar-specific only |
| Schemes | Pre-Matric, Post-Matric, Central Sector | Kanya Utthan Yojana |
| For Whom | SC/ST/OBC/Minority/Merit | Female students only |
| Amount | Varies by scheme (Rs 3,500 - Rs 20,000/year) | Rs 10,000 - Rs 50,000 (one-time) |
Dono pe apply karo! NSP aur e-Kalyan independent hain - ek pe apply karna doosre ko affect nahi karta.
Fees & Timeline
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Application Fee | FREE (Rs 0) |
| Fresh Application | June - October/December (scheme dependent) |
| Renewal | June - October |
| Institute Verification | 15-30 days after submission |
| Payment Release | 2-3 months after approval (phase-wise) |
Note: Exact deadlines scheme-wise vary. Portal pe apne scheme ki deadline check karo.
Common Problems & Solutions
| Problem | Solution |
|---|---|
| Renewal ki jagah Fresh apply | Purane scholars RENEWAL option use karein, nahi toh duplicate ban jayega |
| Bank account mein parent ka naam | Student ka KHUD ka naam hona chahiye bank mein |
| Aadhaar biometric locked | myAadhaar se unlock karo pehle |
| Institute ne verify nahi kiya | College admin se follow up karo |
| Deadline miss kar di | Deadlines strictly follow hoti hain - next year apply karo |
Scam Alert
WARNING: Scholarship ke naam pe scam badhta ja raha hai!
| Scam Type | Warning |
|---|---|
| "Rs 1000 mein scholarship dilwa denge" | NSP application FREE hai |
| Fake NSP websites | Sirf scholarships.gov.in trust karo |
| "Guaranteed scholarship approval" | Selection merit aur eligibility pe hota hai |
| WhatsApp pe "scholarship form bharo" links | Phishing hai - directly portal pe jaao |
Yaad Rakho: NSP pe apply karna FREE hai. Kisi ko paisa mat do. Scam Database dekho.
FAQs
Q: NSP pe apply karne ki last date kya hai?
A: Scheme se vary karta hai. Most schemes: October-December. Agricultural scholarship: February 15. Exact dates portal pe check karo.
Q: Bihar ke student ko NSP aur e-Kalyan dono pe apply karna chahiye?
A: Haan! Dono independent portals hain. NSP pe central schemes ke liye apply karo, e-Kalyan pe Kanya Utthan ke liye.
Q: Income certificate kis level ka chahiye?
A: Block level ka income certificate NSP ke liye kaafi hai.
Q: Payment kab aata hai?
A: Phase-wise release hota hai. Usually 2-3 months verification ke baad. PFMS portal pe status check karo.
Q: Kya General category ke students bhi apply kar sakte hain?
A: Haan, Central Sector Scholarship merit-based hai - General category bhi eligible hai (top 20% in 12th, income Rs 4.5 lakh se kam).
Q: OTR registration ek baar karna padega ya har saal?
A: Sirf ek baar. OTR number lifetime valid hai. Har saal sirf renewal application bharna padega.
Q: Application reject ho gayi toh kya karein?
A: Rejection reason check karo portal pe. Documents sahi karke next cycle mein dobara apply karo.
Q: Kya hostel students ko zyada scholarship milta hai?
A: Haan, Post-Matric scholarship mein hostelers ko zyada maintenance allowance milta hai compared to day scholars.
Need Help?
- NSP Helpline: 0120-6619540 (8 AM - 8 PM, all days)
- Email: helpdesk@nsp.gov.in
- NSP Helpdesk Page: scholarships.gov.in/nsphelpdesk
- College Admin: Institute verification ke liye college office se baat karo
Related Guides
- Bihar Income Certificate Online Apply - Scholarship ke liye income certificate zaroori
- Bihar Jati Praman Patra - Caste certificate guide
- Bihar Domicile Certificate - Niwas Praman Patra
- Bihar e-Kalyan Scholarship Portal - Kanya Utthan Yojana
- Bihar Post-Matric Scholarship - Detailed scheme info
- Bihar EWS Certificate - EWS reservation ke liye
- Fake Scholarship Scam Alert - Scholarship fraud se bachein
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