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Central Scholarship 2025 – Apply Online

Posted: 29 Aug 2025
Updated: 29 Aug 2025

The Central Sector Scheme of Scholarship (CSSS) 2025 is open on the National Scholarship Portal (NSP). The last date to apply is 31 October 2025. Eligible students can receive ₹12,000 to ₹20,000 per year.

Scheme Details

Organization: Department of Higher Education, Ministry of Education
Scheme Name: Central Sector Scheme of Scholarship (CSSS)
Total Slots: Distributed state/board-wise (~82,000 nationwide)
Apply Mode: Online (via NSP)

Application Fees

Category	Fees
General / OBC	₹0 (No Fee)
SC / ST	₹0 (No Fee)
PwD	₹0 (No Fee)

Important Dates

Application Start: 02 June 2025
Last Date to Apply: 31 October 2025
Institute Verification: 15 November 2025
State Nodal Officer Verification: 30 November 2025

Eligibility Criteria

Must be in the top percentile of Class 12 board examinations.
Family income must not exceed ₹4.5 lakh per year.
Admission in a regular degree course (AISHE coded institute).
Not availing any other scholarship/fee waiver.
Renewal requires ≥50% marks and 75% attendance annually.

Scholarship Amount

Level	Amount	Conditions
UG (Years 1–3)	₹12,000 per year	All regular UG courses
PG	₹20,000 per year	Maximum 2 years
Integrated/Professional (4th–5th year)	₹20,000 per year	Applicable in final years

How to Apply

Visit the National Scholarship Portal (NSP).
Complete the One-Time Registration (OTR).
Login and select “Central Sector Scheme of Scholarship (CSSS)”.
Fill in academic, income, and bank details, and upload documents.
Submit the form and track verification by Institute and State Nodal Officer.

Important Links

Apply Online	Click Here
Official Guidelines (PDF)	Download
Official Website	Click Here

Disclaimer: Information has been collected from official sources (NSP & Ministry of Education). Applicants must read the official notification before applying.

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