The North Eastern Council (NEC) Merit Scholarship is a scholarship scheme launched by the Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region, Government of India, to provide financial assistance to students from the North Eastern Region (NER) who are pursuing higher professional courses. The scholarship is available for students studying Diploma, Degree, Post-graduate, M.Phil., and Ph.D. courses in any Government-recognized institution in India.
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the NEC Merit Scholarship, students must meet the following criteria:
- Be a domicile of any of the eight North Eastern states (Assam, Arunachal Pradesh, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Sikkim, and Tripura).
- Have secured a minimum of 60% marks in aggregate in the qualifying examination.
- Have an annual family income from all sources not exceeding INR 8,00,000.
Benefits of the Scholarship
The NEC Merit Scholarship provides the following benefits to students:
- Financial assistance of INR 20,000 to INR 30,000 per annum, depending on the level of study.
- Tuition fee waiver.
- Hostel fee waiver.
- Book allowance.
- Maintenance allowance.
How to Apply for the Scholarship
Students can apply for the NEC Merit Scholarship online through the National Scholarship Portal (NSP). The application process is as follows:
- Visit the NSP website and register yourself.
- Log in to your account and click on the “Apply for Scholarship” tab.
- Select the NEC Merit Scholarship scheme from the list of available scholarships.
- Fill in the required details and upload the necessary documents.
- Submit the application form.
Important Dates
The important dates for the NEC Merit Scholarship 2023-24 are as follows:
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FINANCIAL SUPPORT TO THE STUDENTS OF NER FOR HIGHER PROFESSIONAL COURSES(NEC MERIT SCHOLARSHIP) Open till 31-12-2023
Documents Required
The following documents are required to be uploaded along with the online application form:
- Domicile certificate of the NER state.
- Marksheet of the qualifying examination.
- Income certificate of the parents/guardians.
- Admission letter from the Government-recognized institution.
- Aadhaar card of the student.
FAQs
Q: Who is eligible for the NEC Merit Scholarship?
A: Students who are domiciled of any of the eight North Eastern states and are pursuing higher professional courses in any Government-recognized institution in India are eligible for the NEC Merit Scholarship.
Q: What are the benefits of the scholarship?
A: The NEC Merit Scholarship provides financial assistance of INR 20,000 to INR 30,000 per annum, tuition fee waiver, hostel fee waiver, book allowance, and maintenance allowance to students.
Q: How can I apply for the scholarship?
A: Students can apply for the NEC Merit Scholarship online through the National Scholarship Portal (NSP).
Q: What are the important dates for the scholarship?
A: The important dates for the NEC Merit Scholarship 2023-24 are as follows:
| FINANCIAL SUPPORT TO THE STUDENTS OF NER FOR HIGHER PROFESSIONAL COURSES(NEC MERIT SCHOLARSHIP) | Open till 31-12-2023 |
Q: What documents are required to apply for the scholarship?
A: The following documents are required to be uploaded along with the online application form:
- Domicile certificate of the NER state.
- Marksheet of the qualifying examination.
- Income certificate of the parents/guardians.
- Admission letter from the Government-recognized institution.
- Aadhaar card of the student.
Conclusion
The NEC Merit Scholarship is a great opportunity for students from the NER to pursue higher professional education. The scholarship provides students with the financial assistance they need to complete their studies without having to worry about the financial burden. Students who are eligible for the scholarship are encouraged to apply online through the NSP portal.
