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APSC ORG NEC Merit Scholarship 2024

About the Scholarship

The North Eastern Council (NEC) has announced the NEC Merit Scholarship for the academic year 2024-2025. This scheme is targeted at students from the North East (NE) Region who are pursuing higher education within the country.

  • Academic Year: 2024-2025
  • Total Scholarships Available: 1600
  • Awarding Authority: North Eastern Council, Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region, Government of India, Shillong
  • Helpline: 0120 – 6619540
  • Email: helpdesk[at]nsp[dot]gov[dot]in

Eligibility Criteria

CriterionDetails
Resident-shipPermanent resident of any North Eastern State.
DurationScholarship available for the prescribed course duration, subject to renewal conditions.
Other ScholarshipsStudents receiving other scholarships or working full-time are not eligible.
Year of AwardOnly for the first year of course commencement. Renewal is possible for subsequent years.
CoursesDiploma, Degree, Post-Graduate, M.Phil., or Ph.D. in recognized institutions. Internship/practical training not eligible.
Family IncomeAnnual income of parent/guardian should not exceed ₹8.0 lakh (with a valid income certificate).
Educational QualificationMinimum 60% marks in the qualifying examination (specific criteria vary by course level).

Educational Qualifications

Level of StudyQualifying ExamMinimum Marks
DiplomaHSLC/HSSLC or equivalent from recognized boards.60%
DegreeHSSLC/Senior Secondary or equivalent from recognized boards.60%
PostgraduateDegree-level examination (BA/BSc/BE/BTech/MBBS/LLB/BCA/BBA, etc.) from a recognized institute/university.60%
M.Phil./Ph.DPG degree from a recognized university.60%

Scholarship Amount

Level of StudyAmount (per annum)
Diploma₹20,000
Degree₹22,000
Postgraduate₹25,000
M.Phil./Ph.D₹30,000

Distribution of Scholarships by State

StateDiplomaDegreePG DegreeM.Phil./Ph.DTotal
Arunachal Pradesh20130527209
Assam302008010320
Manipur18120486192
Meghalaya18120486192
Mizoram18120486192
Nagaland18120486192
Sikkim1070283111
Tripura18120486192

How to Apply for NEC Merit Scholarship 2024?

  1. Visit the National Scholarship Portal.
  2. Register through the “New Registration” link.
  3. Provide required details and upload necessary documents.
  4. Submit the application and take a printout of the acknowledgment.

Required Documents

  • Permanent Residential Certificate (PRC) or Certificate of Identification (COI) for Sikkim.
  • Income Certificate issued by a competent authority.
  • Bank Account Passbook (optional).
  • Academic qualifications and synopsis for M.Phil./Ph.D. applicants.
  • Other documents as specified by NSP guidelines.

Important Dates

EventDate
Online application starts25th July 2024
Last date for application30th November 2024
Defective verification deadline15th December 2024
Institute verification deadline15th December 2024

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the NEC Merit Scholarship?

The NEC Merit Scholarship is a financial aid program offered by the North Eastern Council (NEC) for students from the North East region pursuing higher education in India.

Who is eligible for this scholarship?

Permanent residents of North Eastern States who meet specific academic and income criteria are eligible. Applicants should not be receiving other scholarships or financial aid.

What is the annual income limit for parents/guardians?

The parent/guardian’s annual income from all sources should not exceed ₹8.0 lakh.

Can a student pursuing an internship or practical training apply?

No, the scholarship is not available for internships or practical training programs.

When is the last date to apply?

The last date for online application submission is 30th November 2024.


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