National Scholarship Portal

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National Scholarship Portal | OTR Registration & e-KYC Guide

The Government of India has officially launched the National Scholarship Portal (NSP) for the academic year 2026-27. This centralized portal offers various Pre-Matric, Post-Matric, and Merit-cum-Means scholarships for Minority, SC, ST, OBC, and General category students. This year, generating an OTR (One Time Registration) and completing Aadhaar Face Authentication is strictly mandatory before applying for any scheme. Read this complete guide to fill your form without errors.

Important Dates

Application Begin : August 2026
Last Date for Registration : October 2026
Defective Verification Last Date : Nov 2026
Institute Verification Last Date : Nov 2026
Merit List Release : Jan 2027 (Expected)

Application Fee

General / OBC / EWS : 0/-
SC / ST / PH : 0/-
Female All Category : 0/-
No Application Fee for any candidate. Only fill the online form via OTR.

NSP Portal Overview

Managed ByGovt. of India

Academic Session2026 - 2027

OTR NumberCompulsory

Aadhaar e-KYCStrictly Mandatory

Major Scholarship Categories

The portal hosts hundreds of Central and State schemes. Students must carefully select their scheme based on their current class and category:

1. Pre-Matric Schemes

For students studying from Class 1st to 10th. Available for Minorities, SC, ST, and Students with Disabilities (Divyangjan).

2. Post-Matric Schemes

For students in Class 11th, 12th, ITI, Diploma, UG, and PG levels. Supports higher education expenses.

3. Merit-cum-Means (MCM)

Specially designed for students pursuing Professional and Technical courses (e.g., B.Tech, MBBS, MBA) at recognized institutions.

Income Limits & Eligibility Guidelines

Eligibility varies by scheme, but the general annual family income limits (from all sources) are as follows:

Minority / OBC Schemes

For Pre-Matric, the family income should not exceed ₹ 1,00,000/-. For Post-Matric and MCM, the limit is generally up to ₹ 2,50,000/- per annum.

Central Sector Scheme (CSSS)

For Top 20th percentile students of Class 12th pursuing regular courses, the family income must be less than ₹ 4,50,000/- per annum.

Mandatory Documents List

Scan and keep the following documents ready. Some documents must be uploaded if the scholarship amount exceeds ₹50,000:

Aadhaar Card: Must be linked with your active mobile number for OTP and Face Authentication.
Bank Passbook: The account must be strictly NPCI (DBT) Mapped to your Aadhaar to receive funds.
Educational Documents: Previous qualifying exam marksheet and current year Fee Receipt/Admission proof.
Certificates: Valid Income Certificate, Caste Certificate (if applicable), and Domicile (Niwas) Certificate.
Bonafide Certificate: Issued and signed by your current School/College/Institute.

Step-by-Step OTR & Application Process

Generate OTR Number

Download the NSP OTR app or use the portal to complete Aadhaar e-KYC (OTP or Face Auth) to get your unique 14-digit Reference Number.

Login to Dashboard

Use your generated OTR number and password to log in. Click on 'Apply for Scholarship' under the fresh application section.

Fill Scheme Details

Enter your State of Domicile, Institute Details, Marks, and Category. The portal will automatically suggest eligible schemes for you.

Upload & Submit

Upload the required PDFs (if asked), save the form, and finally lock it. Submit the printed hard copy along with documents to your Institute Nodal Officer (INO).

Stuck at OTR Generation or Face Authentication?

This year, creating an OTR is the biggest challenge for students. If your Aadhaar mobile number is inactive, or the NSP app fails to capture your face via the Aadhaar FaceRD app, you cannot proceed.

If you are from Mainpuri or surrounding areas, do not miss your scholarship deadline! Visit our Avi Jan Seva Kendra (Avi CSC Point). Our certified operators will quickly resolve your Aadhaar linking issues, successfully complete your Biometric/Face Authentication on the spot, verify your NPCI status, and submit your NSP form flawlessly.

Important NSP Portal Links

New OTR Registration (Compulsory)	Generate OTR
Applicant Login (Fresh & Renewal)	Login Here
Track Scholarship Status	Track Status
Check Aadhaar-Bank NPCI Mapping	Check NPCI
Official NSP Web Portal	Official Website

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is an OTR in NSP?

OTR stands for One Time Registration. It is a unique 14-digit reference number generated after Aadhaar authentication. You only need to create it once in your student life, and you will use it every year to apply for or renew your NSP scholarship.

Why is my scholarship payment failing?

The Government of India now transfers scholarship funds strictly via Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT). If your bank account is closed, dormant, or NOT seeded (mapped) with your Aadhaar at the NPCI server, the payment will bounce. Ensure NPCI mapping before applying.

Can I apply for both State (UP) and NSP Scholarships?

No. According to government rules, a student can only receive one government scholarship at a time for the same academic year. Applying for both may lead to rejection of both applications due to duplicate Aadhaar tracking.

I made a mistake in the final form. Can I edit it?

Once you click 'Final Submit', you cannot edit the form yourself. You must immediately contact your Institute Nodal Officer (INO) and ask them to "Defect" your form. Once defected, the form will return to your login for correction.

What is the Aadhaar FaceRD app?

It is an official UIDAI app required by the NSP portal for e-KYC. If you do not have an Aadhaar-linked mobile number for OTP, the NSP app uses the FaceRD app to scan your face and verify your identity against the Aadhaar database.

Strict Cyber Fraud & Scam Alert

SECURITY WARNING: The Ministry of Minority Affairs or NSP authorities NEVER call students asking for bank OTPs, CVV, or money to "approve" pending scholarships. Do not fall for WhatsApp messages offering VIP scholarship approval. Protect your OTR password and Aadhaar details from unverified agents.

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