? Belong to the OBC category of Himachal Pradesh.

? Be a permanent resident (bonafide) of Himachal Pradesh.

? Have passed Class 10 or Class 12 with required merit/rank as prescribed by the scheme.

? Be studying in a recognized school/college/university.

? Students can pursue UG, PG, or Diploma courses after selection.

? Must not be receiving any other major scholarship from the government.

Annual scholarship amount credited to the student's bank account.

? Support for continuing studies in UG, PG, Diploma, and professional courses.

? Encourages academic excellence among OBC students.

? Reduces the financial burden on families from economically weaker OBC sections.

Personal & Identity Proof

• Aadhaar Card

• Bonafide Himachali Certificate

• OBC Certificate

???? Academic Documents

• Class 10 or Class 12 Marksheet (based on which they apply)

• Admission proof of current institution

• Fee structure (if applicable)

???? Bank & General Documents

• Bank Passbook (student's name)

• Passport-size Photograph

• Application form (online/offline as required)

Step 1: Visit the NSP Portal

Go to the official website: National Scholarship Portal (NSP) – scholarships.gov.in

Step 2: New Registration

1. Click “New Registration” on the homepage.

2. Read the Guidelines for Registration carefully.

3. Tick the undertaking/consent box.

4. Click Continue.

Step 3: Fill the Registration Form

Enter the following details:

• Login

• Student Name (as per Aadhaar)  

• Mobile Number

• Email ID

• Gender

• Bank Account Number & IFSC

• Aadhaar Number

 An OTP will be sent to your mobile for verification.

After verification, your NSP Application ID will be generated.
(This ID is very important for login.)

Step 4: Login to NSP

1. Go to Student Login → Select Academic Year.

2. Enter:

   • Application ID

   • Password

   • Captcha

3. Click Login.

On first login, you must change your password.

Step 5: Fill the Scholarship Application Form

Complete the form by entering:

•  Personal Details

• Religion

• Category (SC/ST/OBC/General/Minority)

• Annual Family Income

• Aadhaar / EID details

 Academic Details

• Current Course

• Previous Qualification

• Roll Number

• Institution details (Select from dropdown)

 Bank Account Details

• Your name must match bank account name

• Provide correct IFSC & account number

Step 6: Upload Required Documents

Documents vary by scholarship but usually include:

• Aadhaar Card

• Income Certificate

• Caste Certificate (if applicable)

• Bonafide Certificate

• Marksheet (previous exam)

• Bank passbook copy

• Fee Receipt / Admission proof

• Domicile Certificate

• Disability Certificate (if applicable)