Ishan Uday Scholarship 2026 – Key Information
| Particulars |
Details |
| Scheme Name |
Ishan Uday Special Scholarship Scheme for NER |
| Granting Body |
University Grants Commission (UGC) & Ministry of Education, Govt. of India |
| Total Fresh Slots |
10,000 Scholarships per Academic Year |
| Target Students |
First-Year Undergraduate (UG) Students from North Eastern Region (NER) |
| Scholarship Amount |
Rs. 5,400/- p.m. (General Degree) | Rs. 7,800/- p.m. (Technical/Professional) |
| Disbursement Mode |
Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) directly into Student's Bank Account via PFMS |
| Parental Income Limit |
Up to Rs. 4,50,000/- (4.50 Lakh) per annum from all sources |
| Application Portal |
National Scholarship Portal (scholarships.gov.in) |
Eligibility Criteria for Ishan Uday Scholarship
- Domicile Requirement: The applicant must be a permanent resident (domicile) of any of the 8 North Eastern States (Assam, Arunachal Pradesh, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Sikkim, or Tripura). A valid Domicile / Permanent Resident Certificate (PRC) issued by the competent district authority is mandatory.
- Academic Enrolment: Must have passed Class 12 (Higher Secondary) or equivalent in the current academic year and gained regular, full-time admission into the 1st year of any recognized undergraduate degree course in an eligible Indian University, College, or Institute of National Importance.
- Eligible Institutions: Universities/colleges recognized under Section 2(f) and 12(B) of the UGC Act 1956, Deemed Universities (Section 3), Institutions of National Importance (IITs, NITs, AIIMS, etc.), or statutory council accredited colleges.
- Ineligible Categories: Students pursuing courses through distance learning/correspondence, students admitted through management quota, students already availing another central or state scholarship, or students pursuing diploma courses not leading to a degree.
Scholarship Rates and Financial Assistance
| Course Stream |
Monthly Stipend |
Annual Benefit |
| General Degree Courses (BA, B.Sc, B.Com, BBA, BCA, etc.) |
Rs. 5,400/- per month |
Rs. 64,800/- per year |
| Technical / Professional / Medical / Paramedical (B.Tech, BE, MBBS, BDS, B.Pharm, etc.) |
Rs. 7,800/- per month |
Rs. 93,600/- per year |
Note: The scholarship is disbursed directly through DBT on an annual basis for the entire duration of the undergraduate program, subject to regular academic promotion and satisfactory attendance.
Mandatory Documents Required
- Valid Domicile / Permanent Resident Certificate (PRC) of Assam or relevant NE State.
- Annual Family Income Certificate issued by Revenue Authority (Circle Officer / DC / SDO) certifying income below Rs. 4.50 Lakh.
- Class 12 Marksheet and Pass Certificate.
- Admission Fee Receipt / College Verification Bonafide Certificate showing admission in 1st year UG.
- Active Aadhaar Card and Aadhaar-seeded Bank Account Passbook.
- National Scholarship Portal (NSP) One-Time Registration (OTR) Number.
Important Dates
| Event |
Date |
| Starting Date of Online Application (NSP) |
16th September 2026 |
| Last Date for Online Application Submission |
31st October 2026 |
| Last Date for Defective Verification |
15th November 2026 |
| Last Date for Institute Level Verification |
15th November 2026 |
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) – Ishan Uday Scholarship 2026
What is the monthly stipend provided under the Ishan Uday Scholarship?
Scholars receive Rs. 5,400 per month for General Degree courses and Rs. 7,800 per month for Technical, Medical, and Professional degree courses.
What is the parental income ceiling for Ishan Uday eligibility?
The total annual family income of the candidate's parents from all sources must not exceed Rs. 4.50 Lakh per annum.
Are second-year or third-year undergraduate students eligible for fresh application?
No, fresh scholarships are strictly available to students enrolled in the 1st year of their undergraduate degree course. Existing recipients in subsequent years must apply for renewal.
Is One-Time Registration (OTR) mandatory on the National Scholarship Portal?
Yes, all applicants must complete One-Time Registration (OTR) using Aadhaar authentication on the NSP portal before applying for the scholarship.
