Central Scholarship Scheme 2025: Apply by Nov 30

The Ministry of Education has announced an important update for college and university students across India. Applications for the Central Sector Scholarship Scheme are now open. This scheme is also known as the National Merit Scholarship. Students who wish to apply or renew their scholarship must do so by November 30, 2025 . The application process is completely online. You can find the application form on the official government website:http://scholarships.gov.in.

What is the Central Sector Scholarship Scheme?

This scholarship scheme helps bright students from less privileged families to continue their studies in college and university. It provides financial support to those who perform well in their Class 12 (Intermediate Public Examination) exams but need assistance to afford higher education.

Who Can Apply for This Scholarship?

There are two types of applications for this scholarship:

• Fresh Applications: These are for students who passed their Intermediate Public Examination (IPE) in 2025 . To be eligible, students must be among the top 20th percentile of successful candidates from their respective boards. This means they scored very well in their exams.
• Renewal Applications: These are for students who received this scholarship in previous years. If you were selected earlier, you can apply to renew your scholarship for the academic year 2025-26 .

Important Dates to Remember

Students and institutions must complete their steps by these deadlines:

• Last date for students to apply online (both fresh and renewal): November 30, 2025
• Last date for Institute Nodal Officers (INO) to verify applications: December 15, 2025

How to Apply Online

Follow these simple steps to apply for the scholarship:

1. Visit the official National Scholarship Portal:http://scholarships.gov.in.
2. Look for the 'Central Sector Scholarship Scheme for College and University Students' section.
3. If you are applying for the first time, click on 'New Registration' or 'Fresh Application'. If you are renewing your scholarship, click on 'Renewal Application'.
4. Fill in all your personal details, academic information, and contact details carefully.
5. Upload any required documents, such as your marksheet or income certificate.
6. Review your entire application form to make sure there are no mistakes before submitting it.
7. Remember to submit your application before the deadline of November 30, 2025 .

Institute Verification Process

After students submit their applications, their college or university plays an important role. The Institute Nodal Officer (INO) at your institution will check all your application details and documents. This verification is a mandatory step. The deadline for this verification by institutions is December 15, 2025 . Students should make sure their institutions complete this step on time to ensure their application is processed.

Check the List of Selected Candidates

The list of students provisionally selected from the Intermediate Public Examination (IPE) 2025 (who are in the top 20th percentile) is available online. You can check this list on the website:http://tgbie.cgg.gov.in. A total of 61,135 candidates have been selected for this scholarship. Here is a breakdown of selected students by different categories:

Need Help?

If you have any questions or face problems while applying for the scholarship, you can contact the helpline. Call 040-24603314 for assistance. Make sure to complete your application and ensure institution verification is done on time to benefit from this important scholarship.