NSP Post Matric Scholarship for Students with Disabilities 2025: The Post Matric Scholarship for Students with Disabilities is launched by the Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (Divyangjan) under the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of India.
This scheme aims to support students with benchmark disabilities (40% or more) in pursuing higher education after Class 10. It helps them continue studies in Class 11, 12, Diploma, Undergraduate, and Postgraduate courses without financial stress.
The scholarship covers tuition fees, maintenance allowance, disability allowance, and other essential educational expenses.
NSP Post Matric Scholarship for Students with Disabilities 2025: Overview
| Scholarship Name | Post Matric Scholarship for Students with Disabilities |
| Department | Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (Divyangjan) |
| Ministry | Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment |
| Applicable For | Class XI, XII, Diploma, UG, PG students |
| Disability Requirement | 40% or more benchmark disability |
| Total Slots | 17,000 (including renewal cases) |
| Parental Income Limit | ₹2.50 lakh per annum |
| Reservation for Girls | 50% |
| Mode of Application | Online via scholarships.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Application Start Date | 25 June 2025 |
| Apply Last Date | 15 December 2025 |
| Defective Application Verification | 31 December 2025 |
| Institute Verification | 31 December 2025 |
| DNO/SNO/MNO Verification | 31 December 2025 |
Eligibility Criteria
To apply for this scholarship, candidates must fulfill the following conditions:
- Must be an Indian citizen.
- Must have at least 40% benchmark disability as per the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016.
- Must hold a valid disability certificate issued by the competent authority.
- Should have a UDID card or enrollment under the UDID project.
- Only two children with disabilities from one family are eligible (both eligible if twins).
- Students must be studying in Class 11 or above, in a recognized institution.
- Family income should not exceed ₹2.50 lakh per year.
- Students receiving any other scholarship are not eligible under this scheme.
- Scholarship for any class will be available only for one year — no repeat benefit if a student fails.
- Students studying through distance or correspondence courses are also eligible.
Scholarship Amount
| Component | Details | Financial Assistance |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition & Admission Fee | Reimbursement of fees paid to the institution | Up to ₹1.40 lakh per annum (subject to actuals) |
| Miscellaneous Fee | Library, sports, medical, etc. | Up to ₹10,000 per annum |
| Maintenance Allowance | Hostellers | ₹1,200 per month |
| Day Scholars | ₹650 per month | |
| Disability Allowance | Visual/Intellectual Disabilities | ₹4,000 per annum |
| Other Disabilities | ₹2,000 per annum | |
| Book Allowance | — | ₹1,500 per annum |
Documents Required
For Students Receiving Less Than ₹50,000:
Students need to submit documents to their school/college, not upload online.
- Aadhaar ID or enrollment slip
- Disability certificate (by District Medical Officer/Civil Surgeon)
- Parental income certificate (signed by Revenue Authority)
- Previous year’s mark sheet
- Tuition fee receipt
For Students Receiving More Than ₹50,000:
Upload the following on NSP before final submission:
- Student photograph
- Scanned parental income certificate (signed by Revenue Authority)
- Aadhaar card or enrollment slip
- Disability certificate (competent authority)
- Previous year’s mark sheet
- Current year’s tuition fee receipt
- Bank passbook/cancelled cheque
- Receipt of purchase (only for Top-Class Scholarship, if applicable)
Note: File size ≤ 200 KB, format PDF/JPEG, readable and clear.
How to Apply for NSP Post Matric Scholarship for Students with Disabilities 2025?
Follow these easy steps to apply for the Post Matric Scholarship for Students with Disabilities 2025:
- Visit the National Scholarship Portal (NSP).
- Click on “New Registration” and read the guidelines carefully.
- Complete the registration form using your Aadhaar number and mobile number.
- After registration, log in using your Application ID and Password.
- Select the Post Matric Scholarship for Students with Disabilities scheme.
- Fill in all details and upload required documents.
- Submit the application and take a printout for reference.
- The institution and State Nodal Officer will verify your application before approval.
Important Links
| NSP One Time Registration | Click Here |
| Download Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | https://scholarships.gov.in |
| Know Your State Nodal Officer | Click Here |
| Track NSP Payment (PFMS) | https://pfms.nic.in |
| Check Application Status | Check Here |
Helpdesk
Email (NSP): helpdesk@nsp.gov.in
Helpline: 0120 – 6619540 (8:00 AM – 8:00 PM, except Govt. holidays)
Email (PFMS): helpdesk-pfms@gov.in
Toll-Free Number: 1800 118 111
NSP Post Matric Scholarship for Students with Disabilities: FAQs
Q. Who can apply for the Post Matric Scholarship for Students with Disabilities?
A. Indian students having 40% or more benchmark disability and studying in Class XI to Postgraduate level in recognized institutions.
Q. What is the family income limit?
A. The annual family income should not exceed ₹2.50 lakh from all sources.
Q. Are distance education students eligible?
A. Yes, students pursuing studies through correspondence/distance mode are eligible.
Q. Can I hold another scholarship along with this one?
A. No. Students receiving any other scholarship or stipend are not eligible.
Q. How will selection be done?
A. Selection is based on percentage of disability and merit. In case of a tie, older candidates get preference.
Q6. How do I check my scholarship status?
A. Visit scholarships.gov.in → “Check Your Status” → Enter Application ID and Date of Birth.
Q. What is the last date to apply?
A. The last date to apply for the Post Matric Scholarship for Students with Disabilities 2025 is 15 December 2025.