Assam Pre-Matric & Post-Matric Scholarship 2026 – Apply Online for SC & OBC Students.
Assam Pre-Matric & Post-Matric Scholarship 2026
Last Date :- 30/09/2026
Assam Pre-Matric & Post-Matric Scholarship 2026
The Directorate of Welfare of Scheduled Castes and Backward Classes, Assam has released an official advertisement for Pre-Matric and Post-Matric Scholarships for the academic year 2026-27. Online applications are invited from eligible students belonging to Scheduled Castes (SC) and Other Backward Classes (OBC) communities of Assam.
Both Fresh and Renewal applications can be submitted through the National Scholarship Portal (NSP).
Interested and eligible candidates may read this advertisement and apply online here against these Application notifications. All applicants are requested to bookmark this page for future updates .
Assam Pre-Matric & Post-Matric Scholarship 2026 Overview
Scheme
Scholarship for OBC Students
Portal
NSP
Organization
Government of Assam
Qualification
Class IX and above
Apply Mode
Online
Scholarship
Pre-Matric & Post-Matric
Start Date
01/06/2026
Last Date
30/09/2026
Assam Scholarship 2026 Name of the Scheme
| Sl. No. | Name of the Scheme | Eligibility / Class |
| 1 | Pre-Matric Scholarship for SC Students [Component-I] | Class IX & X |
| 2 | Pre-Matric Scholarship for SC Students of Parents/Guardians Engaged in Unclean Occupation [Component-II] | Class I to X |
| 3 | Post-Matric Scholarship for SC Students | Post-Matric Courses |
| 4 | Pre-Matric Scholarship for OBC Students | Class IX & X |
| 5 | Post-Matric Scholarship for OBC Students | Post-Matric Courses |
Assam Scholarship 2026 Amount
| Scheme / Course Group | Eligibility / Target Courses | Yearly Amount (₹) |
| Pre-Matric Scheme | OBC Students in Classes IX and X (Govt. schools) | ₹4,000 |
| Post-Matric: Group 1 | Degree and PG level professional courses | ₹20,000 |
| Post-Matric: Group 2 | Other professional degree, diploma, certificate courses | ₹13,000 |
| Post-Matric: Group 3 | Graduate and PG courses (BA, B.Sc, B.Com, MA, etc.) | ₹8,000 |
| Post-Matric: Group 4 | Post-matric non-degree courses (Class XI, XII, ITI, etc.) | ₹5,000 |
Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Standard Schemes (SC / OBC Components)
These criteria apply to the standard Pre-Matric and Post-Matric scholarships for SC and OBC students:
* Domicile & Community: The applicant must belong to the Scheduled Caste (SC) or Other Backward Classes (OBC) community ofAssam.
* Income Limit:The annual family income of the parents/guardians from all sources must not exceed ₹2.5 Lakhs.
* Institutional Verification: The student must be studying as a regular student and possess a valid Bonafide Certificate from the Head of their Institution.
Special Scheme (SC Component-II)
This applies specifically to Pre-Matric SC students whose parents/guardians are engaged in unclean occupations:
* Income Limit:There is no income ceiling(no income limit) for this specific category.
* Occupational Verification: Parents/guardians must have a valid certificate confirming their occupation issued by a state-designated authority (such as the District Social Welfare office, a Local Body officer, or a Civic Agency).
* Institutional Verification: The student must possess a valid Bonafide Certificate from the Head of their Institution.
Important Instructions for Applicants
> Mandatory Face-Authentication: Before applying, students must register themselves on the National Scholarship Portal using the "NSP OTR" App (available on Google Play Store). Face-authentication is mandatory to generate a One Time Registration (OTR) number.
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* Aadhaar Requirement: An Aadhaar number and a registered mobile number are mandatory to generate the OTR. For minor applicants applying without an Aadhaar, the parent's Aadhaar must be provided.
* Bank Account Details: Applicants must provide an active bank account. The scholarship amount will be disbursed via Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).
* Aadhaar Seeding: It is strictly mandatory that the applicant's bank account is seeded with their Aadhaar number.
Required Documents for Application
| Document / Requirement | Issuing Authority / Specific Condition | Mandatory Purpose |
| Caste Certificate | Office of the District Commissioner of the respective district | Proof of belonging to the OBC community |
| Income Certificate | Circle Officer of the respective Revenue Circle | Verification of parental/guardian annual income |
| Bonafide Certificate | Head of the Institution | Proof of regular enrollment at the school/college |
| Aadhaar & Bank Details | Government of India / Active Bank Branch | Mandatory for DBT (Direct Benefit Transfer) payment; account must be Aadhaar-seeded |
| Photograph | Recent passport-size photograph | Portal upload requirement |
| Academic Proof | Previous qualifying examination marksheet | Portal upload requirement |
Important Note: Make sure the student's bank account is active and properly linked (seeded) with their Aadhaar number, as the entire scholarship amount is strictly disbursed through electronic Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).
Scholarship Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
* Online Application Start Date: 1st June 2026
* Online Application Closing Date: 30th September 2026
* Last Date for Institute Level Verification: 31st October 2026
Scholarship Recruitment 2026 How to Apply
Applicants need to visit official https://scholarships.gov.in/ portal for submission of online application this scheme. One needs to follow below mentioned steps to apply online.
Step 1: Scroll down, go to Important Web Links section.
Step 2: Click on One-Time Registration link .
Step 3: A new webpage will be opened.
Step 4: Enter your details as required in the portal; and register yourself.
Step 5: After registration, Click on Online Application Form and Login.
Step 6: Enter all credentials and upload your documents as required in the portal.
Step 7: Finally click on "Submit" and take print out of your submitted application.
Student FAQs Click here
One Time Registration (OTR) FAQs Click here
Standard Operating Procedures Click here
Scholarship Guidelines Pre-Matric I Post-Matric
Step 1: Scroll down, go to Important Web Links section.
Step 2: Click on One-Time Registration link .
Step 3: A new webpage will be opened.
Step 4: Enter your details as required in the portal; and register yourself.
Step 5: After registration, Click on Online Application Form and Login.
Step 6: Enter all credentials and upload your documents as required in the portal.
Step 7: Finally click on "Submit" and take print out of your submitted application.
Student FAQs Click here
One Time Registration (OTR) FAQs Click here
Standard Operating Procedures Click here
Scholarship Guidelines Pre-Matric I Post-Matric
Scholarship Recruitment 2026 Important Links
📝 Application FormClick Here
📄 Know Your OTRClick Here
🌐 Official WebsiteClick Here
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💬 Join Us On WhatsAppClick Here
Disclaimer
Note to Applicants: This blog post is intended for informational purposes only and does not constitute an official legal document. While we strive to keep the information accurate and up-to-date, recruitment rules and dates are subject to change by the issuing authority.
Recruitment 2026 FAQ
Students belonging to SC and OBC categories who are studying in Class IX or above and meet the eligibility criteria can apply through the National Scholarship Portal (NSP).
The last date to submit the online application for the Assam Pre-Matric & Post-Matric Scholarship 2026 is 30 September 2026.
Eligible students can apply online through the National Scholarship Portal (NSP) by completing the registration process and submitting the required documents before the deadline.
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