Assam Post-Matric Scholarship (SC/ST/OBC/Minority via NSP)
Assam post-matric via NSP — fees + maintenance after Class 10.
Last verified: 2026-11-01 · Yearly renewal required · Applies in: Assam (state domicile usually required; central schemes apply across states)
How to apply
Apply on NSP (Assam SC/ST/OBC windows; minority applies separately) — directorate verifies via districts.
Deadline: 2026-27 student windows closed (SC/OBC 30 Sep, ST 6 Oct); next cycle ~Sep 2027 — verify
Wait after verification: 3–8 months via DBT
Documents you need
- • Caste certificate
- • Income certificate
- • PRC/domicile proof
- • Marksheet
- • Aadhaar-seeded account
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Common DBT Rejection for Assam Post Matric - How to Fix
Why Assam Post Matric money doesn't come? Because PFMS checks three things: Aadhaar seeding, active account status, and name match. If any fails, payment is put on hold. Keep Aadhaar, bank account and scholarship form name identical. Track live status on PFMS Know Your Payments / NSP payment tracker. Extra tip for assam-post-matric: Don't use payment bank or wallet account for DBT - use regular savings account.
Track it on PFMS Know Your Payments or NSP (scholarships.gov.in) to see exactly where your payment is stuck.
Assam Post Matric FAQ: Combination & Yearly Renewal
Can I keep this scholarship plus another scholarship?
For Assam Post Matric, holding two scholarships: As per 2026-27 NSP guideline, one merit-based + one need/welfare-based is allowed in many cases, subject to each scheme's GR. Assam Post Matric This scheme's guidelines decide final eligibility for combination. - check latest GR/order.
Do I need to renew yearly?
Assam Post Matric: Yes, yearly renewal is mandatory. You need to pass, maintain 75% attendance (varies by state) and re-verify Aadhaar/bank.
More about Assam Post-Matric Scholarship (SC/ST/OBC/Minority via NSP)
Assam's post-matric scholarship for SC, ST, OBC and minority students pays compulsory fees and a maintenance allowance by course group for families earning up to ₹2.5 lakh. Most Assam schemes use NSP, with the state's welfare directorates as the verifying authorities.
Assam also has its own schemes for students — such as Nijut Moina for girls — that can sit alongside the post-matric scholarship, so check which you can combine.
Mistakes students make with this scheme
- Choosing the wrong state scheme on NSP.
- Community certificate from an authority Assam doesn't accept.
- Institute nodal officer not verifying the application.
What students ask about this scholarship
Where do Assam students apply for the post-matric scholarship?
Mostly on NSP, choosing the Assam scheme for your category.
What is the income limit for the Assam post-matric scholarship?
₹2.5 lakh a year for SC/ST students; check NSP for the OBC and minority limits.
Can I get Nijut Moina and the post-matric scholarship together?
Nijut Moina is a separate state scheme; check its rules for combining with other scholarships.
Who verifies the Assam scholarship?
Your institute's nodal officer on NSP, then the district and state authorities.
Do ST(H) and ST(P) students both qualify in Assam?
Yes, both ST (Hills) and ST (Plains) students can apply under the ST scheme with a valid certificate.
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Source: NSP (https://scholarships.gov.in) · Last verified: 2026-11-01. Amounts and dates change yearly — confirm on the official portal.