Nagaland
State Technical Scholarship for ST Student
Main benefit
Under the scheme, financial assistance/scholarships will be given to students according to the course/programme in which they are enrolled.
Can you get this scheme?
Conditions at a glance
- Family income up to ₹6 lakh a year
- Category: ST
- Work: Student
About
The "State Technical Scholarship for ST Student” is a scholarship scheme, implemented by the Directorate of Technical Education, Government of Nagaland. Under the scheme, financial assistance is provided to students of Scheduled Tribe Communities who are pursuing Diploma/Degree/Post Graduated/course in Engineering Institutes recognized by All India Council for Technical Education. Assistance is also provided to students who are pursuing UG or PG in Forestry courses.
Benefits
- Under the scheme, financial assistance/scholarships will be given to students according to the course/programme in which they are enrolled.
- Scholarship shall be provided for a maximum period of 3 years for Diploma, 4 years for Degree (B.
- E/B.
- Tech.), and 2 years for (M.
- E/M.
- Tech).
Who can apply
- A student should fulfil the following criteria to be eligible for this Scholarship:
- The applicant/student should be an inhabitant of Nagaland.
- The applicant should belong to the Scheduled Tribe Community.
- The annual income of the applicant's parents from all sources must not exceed ₹6 lakhs.
- The applicant pursuing Diploma/Degree/Post Graduated/ course in Engineering Institutes recognized by the All India Council for Technical Education can apply.
- The applicants pursuing UG or PG in Forestry courses are eligible for this scheme.
- Applicant must not be an employee of any government/semi- government establishment.
- Note 01: Applicant pursuing courses other than mentioned in Sl. No. 2 & 3 are not eligible for this scheme.
- Note 02: If any documents are found to be false/fraud or a candidate availing more than 1 (one) scholarship schemes in the same academic year the candidate shall be disqualified/debarred under state Technical Scholarship.
Documents needed
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How to apply
Online
Online - via CSCsAll eligible students shall apply through the Common Scholarship Portal: https://scholarship.nagaland.gov.in
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Registration To register, visit the official Common Scholarship Portal of Nagaland: https://scholarship.nagaland.gov.in Create an Account: If the applicant is a new user, click on the "Register" option. Provide your MOBILE Number linked with AADHAAR to get an OTP and verify the mobile. Once Mobile is verified, provide essential details such as your name, email address and create a unique password. Click on the "Register" button to proceed.
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Login Login to Your Account: Once your mobile number is verified, log in to your scholarship account using the credentials the applicant created during registration.
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Fill in the User Profile Personal Details: Update your personal information, including name, date of birth, gender, category, Bank Account Details, etc.
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Apply for Scholarship Select your Scholarship Scheme, Institution, Institution State, Institution, District and proceed. Academic Information: Provide details about your educational background, such as school/college name, course, year of study, etc.
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Upload Documents Upload Required Documents: Depending on the scholarship applicants are applying for, applicants will need to upload supporting documents. Commonly required documents include:
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Verify and Submit Review Your Application: Carefully review all the information the applicants have entered and the documents the applicants have uploaded. Make sure everything is accurate and complete. Submit Application: Once applicants are satisfied with your application, click on the "Submit" button.
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Track Your Application Application Tracking: After submitting your application, the applicant can track its status on the portal: https://scholarship.nagaland.gov.in/Log in to your account and check for updates on your application's status regularly. Note 01: In case errors are found after submission, please delete the application and Re-Submit. Note 02: In case of any issues kindly email the helpdesk with details of Registered Mobile Number, previous years Application ID (if applicable), Applicant query, and or any Screenshot/Error Message. Kindly allow us 24 hrs (working days) to check and respond to applicant emails. Note 03: Incomplete entries, wrong entries, not entering the correct particulars in the given column in this e-form and not furnishing the required certificate, documents shall be rejected. Correction/rectification after submission will not be entertained. Instructions and General Information: The Department will not be responsible for non-receipt of scholarship amount due to wrong/inactive bank account number/details provided by the applicant Applicant is warned that if he/she gives false statements/ declarations/documents etc. or otherwise obtained a scholarship through fraudulent means, he/she will be blacklisted and debarred from getting a scholarship under this scheme or any other scholarship schemes for the entire period of his/her studies. The scholarship amount if already paid will also be recovered. Incomplete/wrong entries in the e-form or incomplete enclosure of necessary documents will be subject to rejection. Correction/rectification after submission will not be entertained. No hard copy submission is required to be submitted to this office. All the necessary documents that have been provided in the e-form should be uploaded by the candidates must be legible and clear, without which your application will be subjected to rejection.
Common questions
What is the State Technical Scholarship for ST Students?
The State Technical Scholarship for ST Students is a program initiated by the Directorate of Technical Education, Government of Nagaland. It provides financial assistance to students from Scheduled Tribe communities pursuing engineering or forestry courses.
Who implements this scholarship scheme?
This scholarship scheme is implemented by the Directorate of Technical Education, Government of Nagaland.
What are the benefits of this scholarship?
The scholarship provides financial assistance to students enrolled in Diploma, Degree, or Postgraduate courses in engineering institutes recognized by the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE), as well as undergraduate or postgraduate courses in forestry.
How long is the scholarship provided for each course?
The scholarship is provided for a maximum period of 3 years for Diploma, 4 years for Degree (B.E/B.Tech.), and 2 years for (M.E/M.Tech).
Who is eligible to apply for this scholarship?
To be eligible, applicants must be residents of Nagaland, belong to the Scheduled Tribe Community, have parents with an annual income not exceeding ₹6 lakhs, and be pursuing eligible courses in engineering or forestry.
Can applicants pursuing other courses apart from engineering or forestry apply for this scholarship?
No, only applicants pursuing courses in engineering institutes recognized by AICTE or UG/PG courses in forestry are eligible.
What happens if an applicant is employed by a government/semi-government establishment?
Applicants who are employees of any government or semi- government establishment are not eligible for this scholarship.
Is there a requirement for hard copy submission of documents?
No, all necessary documents must be uploaded via the e-form provided. Hard copy submissions are not required.
Can applicants make corrections to their application after submission?
No, corrections or rectifications after submission will not be entertained.
Can applicants apply for this scholarship offline?
No.
What is the process for disbursing scholarship amounts?
The scholarship amounts are typically disbursed directly to the bank accounts provided by the applicants.
How to apply under the scheme?
All eligible students shall apply through the Common Scholarship Portal: https://scholarship.nagaland.gov.in
Official links
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