OBC Scholarship 2025 – A Help for OBC Students in Assam
The Assam government has announced the OBC Scholarship 2025 for students belonging to the Other Backward Classes (OBC). This scholarship helps students from class 9 to college level continue their studies without financial trouble. The scholarship is available in two parts:
- Pre-Matric: For Class 9 and 10 students
- Post-Matric: For students above Class 10
The application process is online through the National Scholarship Portal (NSP).
Overview of OBC Scholarship Assam 2025
| Field |
Details |
| Scholarship Name |
OBC Pre-Matric and Post-Matric Scholarship |
| Academic Year |
2025–2026 |
| Eligible Classes |
Class 9 to college-level students |
| Authority |
Govt. of India (SCBC Welfare Dept., Assam) |
| Mode of Apply |
Online via NSP |
| Phone Support |
0120-6619540 |
| Email Support |
helpdesk@nsp.gov.in |
| Status |
Online Application Open |
Eligibility Criteria for OBC Scholarship
| Criteria Type |
Eligibility Details |
| Community |
Only OBC (Other Backward Class) students |
| Citizenship |
Must be an Indian citizen |
| Income Limit |
Annual income must be ≤ ₹2.5 lakh |
| Student Limit |
Max. 2 boys per family (no limit for girls) |
| Certificate Required |
Income Certificate from Circle Officer |
Step-by-Step Guide to Apply
| Step |
Process Description |
| 1 |
Visit the official portal: scholarships.gov.in |
| 2 |
Do “One-Time Registration” if new |
| 3 |
Login using your credentials |
| 4 |
Fill in the OBC Scholarship application form |
| 5 |
Upload required documents |
| 6 |
Submit the form and take a printout |
Required Documents List
| Document Name |
Mandatory |
| Bonafide Certificate |
|
| Income Certificate |
|
| OBC Caste Certificate |
|
| Aadhaar Card |
|
| Bank Passbook |
|
Note:
- Use only active bank accounts.
- Aadhaar must be linked to your bank account.
Important Dates for OBC Scholarship 2025
| Event |
Date |
| Starting Date to Apply |
1st July 2025 |
| Last Date to Submit Form |
30th September 2025 |
| Last Date for Institute Verification |
15th October 2025 |
Important Links
This scholarship is a great opportunity for OBC students in Assam to continue their education. Apply before the deadline and don’t forget to keep your documents ready.