The Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (DEPwD), Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment, Government of India has invited applications for various scholarship schemes for differently-abled students for the academic year 2026-27 through the National Scholarship Portal (NSP). Eligible students with benchmark disabilities can apply online under the Pre-Matric, Post-Matric, and Top Class Scholarship schemes.
Scholarship Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Scholarship Authority | Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (DEPwD) |
| Ministry | Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment, Government of India |
| Academic Session | 2026-27 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Portal | National Scholarship Portal (NSP) |
| Beneficiaries | Students with Disabilities (Benchmark Disability) |
| Scholarship Types | Pre-Matric, Post-Matric & Top Class Scholarship |
About the Scholarship Schemes
The Government of India is implementing the following scholarship schemes for students with disabilities through the National Scholarship Portal:
1. Pre-Matric Scholarship
- For students studying in Class IX and Class X.
2. Post-Matric Scholarship
- For students studying from Class XI up to Post-Graduation.
3. Top Class Scholarship
- For Graduate and Post-Graduate Degree/Diploma students studying in notified institutions of excellence.
Eligibility Criteria
Disability Requirement
Applicants must:
- Be students with benchmark disability (40% or more disability).
- Possess a valid disability certificate issued by the competent authority or a UDID Card showing 40% or more disability.
Annual Family Income Limit
For Pre-Matric & Post-Matric Scholarship
- Annual parental/guardian income from all sources should not exceed Rs. 2.5 lakh per annum.
- Income certificate must be obtained from the Circle Officer of the respective Revenue Circle.
For Top Class Scholarship
- Annual parental/guardian income from all sources should not exceed Rs. 8 lakh per annum.
- Income certificate must be obtained from the Circle Officer of the respective Revenue Circle.
Aadhaar & Bank Account Requirements
- Applicants or their parents must link their bank account with Aadhaar.
- Scholarship amount will be directly credited to the Aadhaar-seeded bank account of the beneficiary.
- Aadhaar is mandatory for all applicants.
- For minor applicants who do not possess Aadhaar, the Aadhaar number of parents or legal guardians is mandatory.
One Time Registration (OTR)
All fresh and renewal applicants must:
- Complete One Time Registration (OTR) before applying.
- Complete authentication through the NSPOTR Mobile Application available on the Google Play Store.
- Students who applied in previous years and already received an OTR reference through their registered mobile number can continue using the same OTR number.
Scholarship Application Dates
| Scholarship Scheme | Application Open Date | Last Date to Apply |
|---|---|---|
| Pre-Matric Scholarship (Class IX & X) | 01 June 2026 | 31 August 2026 |
| Post-Matric Scholarship (Class XI to Post-Graduation) | 01 June 2026 | 31 October 2026 |
| Top Class Scholarship (Graduate & Post-Graduate Degree/Diploma) | 01 June 2026 | 31 October 2026 |
How to Apply
Eligible students can apply online through the National Scholarship Portal by following these steps:
- Visit the National Scholarship Portal.
- Complete the One Time Registration (OTR).
- Verify Aadhaar details and complete authentication.
- Select the applicable scholarship scheme.
- Upload the required documents.
- Submit the application before the prescribed deadline.
Important Documents
Applicants may need the following documents:
- Aadhaar Card / Aadhaar details
- Disability Certificate or UDID Card
- Income Certificate
- Educational Qualification Certificates
- Bank Account Details (Aadhaar-linked)
- Passport-size Photograph
- Other documents as required by NSP
Important Links
| Description | Details |
|---|---|
| Application Mode | Online |
| Scholarship Portal | Click Here |
| OTR Registration | Click Here |
FAQs
1. Who can apply for the National Scholarship for Students with Disabilities 2026-27?
Students with benchmark disabilities (40% or more disability) possessing a valid disability certificate or UDID Card can apply.
2. What is the income limit for the Pre-Matric and Post-Matric Scholarship?
The annual parental/guardian income should not exceed Rs. 2.5 lakh per annum.
3. What is the income limit for the Top Class Scholarship?
The annual parental/guardian income should not exceed Rs. 8 lakh per annum.
4. Is Aadhaar mandatory for scholarship applications?
Yes. Aadhaar is mandatory for applicants. For minor applicants without Aadhaar, the Aadhaar of parents or legal guardians is required.
5. What is the last date to apply for the Pre-Matric Scholarship?
The last date for submission of applications under the Pre-Matric Scholarship scheme is 31 August 2026.
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