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SC Scholarship 2026 Assam – Pre-Matric & Post-Matric Scholarship for Scheduled Caste Students | Apply Online at scholarships.gov.in

Directorate of Welfare of SC & OBC, Assam  |  National Scholarship Portal (NSP)  |  Academic Year 2026–27  |  scholarships.gov.in

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30 Sep
Last Date
₹2.5L
Max Income Limit
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The Assam SC Scholarship 2026 official notification has been announced by the Directorate of Welfare of Scheduled Castes and Other Backward Classes, Assam, for the 2026–2027 academic year. This centrally sponsored scheme provides Pre-Matric (Classes 9–10), Post-Matric, and specialized Pre-Matric (Classes 1–10) scholarships for children of parents in health-hazardous clean occupations. Eligible Scheduled Caste (SC) students from Assam can apply online via the National Scholarship Portal (NSP) starting 1 June 2026, with a final application deadline of 30 September 202.

🔔 Applications Open: The Assam SC Scholarship 2026 for Pre-Matric and Post-Matric students is now available. Apply online at scholarships.gov.in between 1 June – 30 September 2026. DBT payment directly to Aadhaar-linked bank account.


📄 Apply Online Now – SC Scholarship 2026  |  scholarships.gov.in

Assam SC Scholarship 2026 – Quick Details

Scholarship Name Pre-Matric & Post-Matric Scholarship for SC Students
Scheme Type Centrally Sponsored Scholarship Scheme
Scholarship Authority Government of India  |  Directorate of Welfare of SC & OBC, Assam
Academic Session 2026 – 2027
Eligible Students Scheduled Caste (SC) students of Assam — Class I to PG level
Income Limit (Pre/Post-Matric) ₹2.5 Lakhs per annum (from all sources)
Income Limit (Component-II) No Income Ceiling — for children of parents in unclean occupations
Application Mode Online only — National Scholarship Portal (NSP)
Payment Mode Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) to Aadhaar-linked bank account
Application Start 1 June 2026
Last Date to Apply 30 September 2026




Assam SC Scholarship 2026 – Overview

The Directorate of Welfare of Scheduled Castes and Other Backward Classes, Assam has released the official notification for the SC Scholarship 2026. These are Centrally Sponsored Schemes of Pre-Matric and Post-Matric scholarships for students of Assam belonging to Scheduled Castes (SC) for the academic year 2026–2027.

Eligible SC students can apply online through the National Scholarship Portal (NSP) at scholarships.gov.in. The scholarship amount is disbursed directly to the student’s bank account through the Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) mode, making the process transparent and fast.

DBT Alert: Ensure your bank account is active and Aadhaar-seeded before applying. The authority will not be responsible for any failed transactions due to inactive or incorrect bank account details. Minor applicants without Aadhaar must provide their parent or guardian’s Aadhaar.

Related Article: Assam OBC Scholarship 2026

Types of SC Scholarships – Eligible Classes

I
Pre-Matric Scholarship – Component I
Eligible Classes: Class IX & X students belonging to SC community.
Income Limit: Family income from all sources must not exceed ₹2.5 Lakhs per annum. Income certificate from the Circle Officer of respective Revenue Circle.
II
Pre-Matric Scholarship – Component II (Unclean Occupation)
Eligible Classes: Class I to X — children of parents or guardians engaged in unclean occupations (cleaning and health hazard prone work).
Income Limit: No Income Ceiling for this component. A certificate from the District Social Welfare Office or designated local body authority is required.
III
Post-Matric Scholarship
Eligible Classes: Students pursuing post-matriculation level courses (Class XI onwards, Diploma, Degree, Post-Graduation, and other recognized courses).
Income Limit: Family income from all sources must not exceed ₹2.5 Lakhs per annum. Income certificate from the Circle Officer of respective Revenue Circle.




Eligibility Criteria – SC Scholarship Assam 2026

Community: Only Scheduled Caste (SC) community students are eligible. Caste certificate must be issued by the Office of the District Commissioner of the respective district only.
Citizenship: The scholarship is open to Indian Nationals only.
State of Domicile: Students must provide their Assam domicile/permanent address correctly, as applications are sent to the State of Domicile authorities for verification.
Income Ceiling: Family income must not exceed ₹2.5 Lakhs per annum (for Component-I and Post-Matric). No income ceiling for Component-II (unclean occupation).
Family Restriction: All children of any parent or guardian are entitled to receive the scholarship benefit — no restriction on the number of siblings.
Bonafide Certificate: A Bonafide Certificate from the Head of the Institution is mandatory for all three scholarship components.

Important Dates – SC Scholarship Assam 2026

Application Start
1 June 2026
⏰ Last Date to Apply
30 September 2026
Institution Level Verification
31 October 2026




Documents Required for SC Scholarship Application

Keep the following documents ready in digital format (PDF/JPEG) before starting your NSP online application:

Aadhaar Card — Mandatory for all applicants. For minors without Aadhaar, parent or legal guardian’s Aadhaar is required.
Bank Passbook — Active bank account seeded with Aadhaar. All scholarship payments are made through DBT.
Caste Certificate — SC certificate issued only by the Office of the District Commissioner of the respective district.
Income Certificate — Issued by the Circle Officer of the respective Revenue Circle (for Component-I and Post-Matric only).
Bonafide Certificate — Obtained from the Head of the Institution (mandatory for all 3 scholarship components).
Unclean Occupation Certificate (Component-II only) — From District Social Welfare Office, identified officer of Local Body, Civic Agency, or designated authority.

How to Apply Online for SC Scholarship 2026 (Step-by-Step)

Apply online only through the National Scholarship Portal (NSP) at scholarships.gov.in. Offline applications are not accepted.

1

Scroll down to the Important Links section and click the “One-Time Registration” link, or visit scholarships.gov.in directly.

2

A new webpage will open. Enter your required details (Aadhaar, mobile number, name, date of birth) in the portal and complete your One-Time Registration.

3

After registration, click on “Online Application Form” and log in using your registered credentials (Application ID and Password).

4

Fill in all details carefully — personal information, academic details, institution details, bank account details, and domicile state. Select the correct SC Scholarship scheme (Pre-Matric or Post-Matric).

5

Upload all required documents — Aadhaar Card, Bank Passbook, Caste Certificate, Income Certificate, and Bonafide Certificate — in the specified format and size.

6

Click on “Submit” and take a printout of the submitted application for future reference. Your application will be forwarded to your institution for verification.

NSP Helpline: For any difficulty, contact NSP at Phone: 0120-6619540 or Email: helpdesk@nsp.gov.in. Report issues well before the last date of 30 September 2026.

Important Links



Online Application Form
SC Scholarship 2026 – Apply at NSP  |  1 Jun – 30 Sep 2026

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One-Time Registration (New Students)
NSP Registration – First-time applicants

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Official Notification PDF
SC Scholarship Assam 2026 – Official Circular

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Pre-Matric Scholarship Guidelines
Component I & II – Full Guidelines PDF

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Post-Matric Scholarship Guidelines
Full Guidelines PDF – NSP Post-Matric SC

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Official Website – National Scholarship Portal
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) – SC Scholarship Assam 2026

QWhat is the last date to apply for SC Scholarship 2026 in Assam?

The last date to apply online for the Assam SC Scholarship 2026 is 30 September 2026. Applications must be submitted through the National Scholarship Portal at scholarships.gov.in.

QHow many categories of SC Scholarships are available in Assam?

There are three scholarship components: Pre-Matric Component-I (Class IX & X), Pre-Matric Component-II (Class I–X for children of parents in unclean occupations), and Post-Matric (for students in post-10th level courses including degree and PG).

QWhat documents are required for the SC Scholarship 2026?

Required documents are: Aadhaar Card, Bank Passbook (Aadhaar-seeded active account), Caste Certificate (from District Commissioner’s office), Income Certificate (from Circle Officer), and Bonafide Certificate from the Head of Institution. Component-II also requires an unclean occupation certificate.

QWhat is the income limit for SC Scholarship 2026?

For Pre-Matric (Component-I) and Post-Matric scholarships, the family income limit is ₹2.5 Lakhs per annum from all sources. For Pre-Matric Component-II (unclean occupation), there is no income ceiling.

QWhere to apply for SC Scholarship in Assam 2026?

Applications must be submitted online through the National Scholarship Portal (NSP) at scholarships.gov.in. First-time applicants need to complete the One-Time Registration before filling the application form.

QHow is the SC Scholarship amount paid to students?

The scholarship amount is disbursed through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) directly to the student’s Aadhaar-linked bank account. Students must ensure their bank account is active and linked to their Aadhaar number to avoid payment failures.


Apply Online Now – SC Scholarship 2026  |  Last Date: 30 September 2026
Visit National Scholarship Portal – scholarships.gov.in

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