UGC announces NSP scholarship merit list 2023-24; 10,000 PG students to receive Rs 1.5 lakh annual aid

NEW DELHI: The University Grants Commission (UGC) has published the merit list for the National Scholarship for Postgraduate Studies (NSPGS) for the academic year 2023-24. A total of 10,000 students, comprising 5,000 from Science and 5,000 from Humanities, have been selected for financial assistance under the NSPGS scheme.

The National Scholarship for Postgraduate Studies (NSPGS) was introduced by the Ministry of Education, Government of India, to support meritorious students from economically disadvantaged backgrounds. The NSPGS aims to encourage higher education by providing financial aid to students pursuing their first postgraduate degree in India.

NSPGS: Scholarship benefits and tenure

Under the NSPGS scheme, a total of 10,000 scholarships are granted annually, with equal slots allocated for science and humanities students. The selected candidates will receive financial assistance of Rs 1,50,000 per annum for 2 years.

Eligibility criteria

The ‘National Scholarship for Postgraduate Studies’ is available for students enrolling in their first postgraduate degree through a regular, full-time mode. Applicants who have already earned a PG degree are ineligible.

As per UGC guidelines, students pursuing integrated programmes will receive funding only for the postgraduate component of their course.

As per the NSPGS eligibility criteria, candidates are also required to be below 30 years of age at the time of admission.

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NSPGS: Documents Required

NSPGS shortlisted candidates are required to submit the following documents for verification:

• Academic records: Attested copies of mark sheets and certificates from Class 9 onwards.
• Admission proof: Provisional or final admission letter to the PG course.
• Identity proof: Aadhaar card, Voter ID, Passport, PAN Card, or Driving License.
• Bank details: A bank passbook (linked to Aadhaar) for direct transfer of scholarship funds.
• Additional documents: Fee receipt number and enrollment number.

The UGC and NSP portal will update regarding disbursement of funds and further procedures in due time. The financial assistance under NSPGS will be transferred directly to the beneficiaries' bank accounts.