NEC Merit Scholarship 2025 – Apply Online for Scholarships
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Posted:June 27, 2025 at 6:26 AM
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| Post Name | NEC Merit Scholarship 2025 – Apply Online for Scholarships |
| Post By | Sourav S |
| Post Date | June 27, 2025 |
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NEC Merit Scholarship 2025 – Submit Online Application
The North Eastern Council (NEC) has released the notification for the NEC Merit Scholarship 2025 for students of the North Eastern Region (NER). This scholarship helps students from NER who are studying Diploma, Degree, PG, M.Phil., or Ph.D. courses.
If you are from the North East and want to get support for your education, then this is a golden chance. Apply early and get your documents ready.
NEC Merit Scholarship – Key Highlights
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Name of Scholarship | NEC Merit Scholarship |
| Academic Year | 2025–2026 |
| Total Scholarships | 1600 |
| Who Can Apply | Permanent residents of NER states |
| Official Portal | scholarships.gov.in |
| Helpline | 0120-6619540 |
| helpdesk@nsp.gov.in |
Eligibility Criteria
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Residential | Must be a permanent resident of any NER state |
| Income Limit | Family income must not exceed ₹8 lakh/year |
| Other Scholarships | Must not be receiving any other scholarship |
| New Admission | Only students newly admitted in 2025-26 can apply (except renewals) |
| Courses Covered | Diploma, Degree, PG, M.Phil., Ph.D. from recognized institutes |
| Internships | Not eligible for internship or training programs |
Educational Qualification
| Course Level | Required Qualification | Minimum Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Diploma | HSLC/HSSLC or equivalent | 60% |
| Degree | HSSLC or equivalent | 60% |
| PG | Graduation (Any Discipline) | 60% |
| M.Phil./Ph.D | PG Degree | 60% |
Scholarship Amount
| Course Level | Amount (Per Year) |
|---|---|
| Diploma | ₹20,000 |
| Degree | ₹22,000 |
| Post Graduate | ₹25,000 |
| M.Phil./Ph.D | ₹30,000 |
State-Wise Scholarship Distribution
| State | Diploma | Degree | PG | M.Phil/Ph.D | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arunachal Pradesh | 20 | 130 | 52 | 7 | 209 |
| Assam | 30 | 200 | 80 | 10 | 320 |
| Manipur | 18 | 120 | 48 | 6 | 192 |
| Meghalaya | 18 | 120 | 48 | 6 | 192 |
| Mizoram | 18 | 120 | 48 | 6 | 192 |
| Nagaland | 18 | 120 | 48 | 6 | 192 |
| Sikkim | 10 | 70 | 28 | 3 | 111 |
| Tripura | 18 | 120 | 48 | 6 | 192 |
Selection Process
- Selection is purely merit-based.
- List will be prepared using marks of the last exam.
- For M.Phil/Ph.D., topic must be relevant to North East issues.
- Only final verified applications through NSP will be considered.
Required Documents
| Document | Requirement |
|---|---|
| PRC / COI | Mandatory |
| Income Certificate | Mandatory |
| Bank Account in Student's Name | Optional |
| Marksheet of Last Exam | Mandatory |
| Synopsis (for M.Phil./Ph.D.) | Mandatory |
| Other Documents (as per NSP) | If required |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Start of Application | 2nd June 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 31st October 2025 |
| Last Date for Defective Verification | 15th November 2025 |
| Last Date for Institute Verification | 15th November 2025 |
How to Apply?
- Visit https://scholarships.gov.in
- Click on New Registration.
- Fill in your details and register.
- Login with your credentials.
- Complete the application form.
- Upload required documents.
- Submit the form and take a printout.
Important links
| Online Application Form | Click Here |
| One-Time Registration | Register | Login |
| Official Notification | Guideline |
| Official Website | Click Here |
| Other links | Ishan Uday Scholarship 2025 – Apply Online |