Ishan Uday Special Scholarship 2024-25: Eligibility, Benefits, and Application Guide

The Ishan Uday Special Scholarship Scheme is a landmark initiative by the University Grants Commission (UGC) aimed at promoting higher education in the North Eastern Region (NER) of India. Recognizing the unique geographical and socio-economic challenges faced by students in the eight North Eastern states, this scheme provides financial support to meritorious students to pursue undergraduate courses across the country.

What is this scheme?

Launched by the University Grants Commission (UGC), the Ishan Uday Special Scholarship Scheme offers 10,000 fresh scholarships every year. It is designed to bridge the gap in Gross Enrolment Ratio (GER) in the North East by providing monthly stipends to students who have passed their Class XII and are pursuing general degree courses, technical, or professional courses in recognized universities and colleges.

Who is eligible?

• The applicant must be a domicile of any of the North Eastern states (Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Sikkim, and Tripura).
• Candidate must have passed Class XII or equivalent in the preceding academic year.
• The applicant must have secured admission into a regular, full-time undergraduate course in a recognized institute/university.
• The annual family income of the applicant from all sources must not exceed INR 4.5 Lakh.
• Students pursuing courses through distance education or open universities are not eligible.

How much money?

The scholarship amount is distributed as follows: INR 5,400 per month for general degree courses and INR 7,800 per month for technical, medical, professional, and paramedical courses (as per latest notification, verify on official portal).

Documents needed

1. Domicile certificate issued by the competent authority
2. Annual Family Income Certificate
3. Aadhaar Card for identity verification
4. Mark sheet of Class XII or equivalent
5. Admission letter or Bonafide Certificate from the educational institution
6. Bank account details (linked with Aadhaar)

How to apply (step by step)

1. Visit the official National Scholarship Portal (NSP) website.
2. Register as a new user by providing basic details and obtaining a temporary Login ID and Password.
3. Log in and fill out the Ishan Uday Scholarship application form with academic and personal details.
4. Upload the required scanned documents including domicile and income certificates.
5. Submit the application form and keep a printout for future reference.
6. Ensure the institution verifies the application online at the NSP portal within the stipulated time.

Important dates

Conclusion

The Ishan Uday Special Scholarship is a vital tool for empowerment for the youth of North East India. By removing financial barriers to higher education, the scheme enables students to excel in various professional and academic fields. Eligible students should stay updated with the National Scholarship Portal to ensure they take advantage of this opportunity.