Post Matric Scholarship 2026

Post Matric Scholarship is a government scholarship scheme designed to provide financial assistance to students studying after Class 10th in schools, colleges and higher educational institutions.

Eligible students from SC, ST, OBC, Minority and economically weaker categories can apply online through the National Scholarship Portal (NSP).

Post Matric Scholarship Overview

Benefits of Post Matric Scholarship

• Financial support for higher education
• Scholarship amount directly transferred to bank account
• Helps students continue studies after Class 10th
• Supports technical and professional education
• Reduces educational financial burden
• Online application and transparent verification process
• Encourages students to pursue higher education

Eligibility Criteria

• Applicant must be an Indian citizen
• Student should be studying after Class 10th
• Applicant must belong to eligible category
• Family income should meet scholarship criteria
• Students must study in recognized institutions

Documents Required

• Aadhaar Card
• Caste Certificate
• Income Certificate
• Previous Class Marksheet
• Bank Passbook
• Mobile Number
• Passport Size Photograph
• School / College ID Proof

How to Apply Online for Post Matric Scholarship?

1. Visit the National Scholarship Portal
2. Complete student registration process
3. Login using application credentials
4. Select the Post Matric Scholarship scheme
5. Fill personal and academic details carefully
6. Upload required documents
7. Verify details and submit application form

Scholarship Assistance Details

Main Objectives of Post Matric Scholarship

• Support students pursuing higher education
• Reduce dropout rates among students
• Provide equal educational opportunities
• Encourage professional and technical education
• Help economically weaker students continue studies