OBC Scholarship Assam 2026

Pre-Matric and Post-Matric scholarship applications are now open for OBC students of Assam on the National Scholarship Portal (NSP). You must submit your online applications by 30 September 2026.

Name of Scheme	Scholarship for OBC Students
Name of Portal	National Scholarship Portal (NSP)
Name of Organization	Government of Assam
Date of Application	1^st to 30^th September 2026
Mode of Application	Online
Qualification	Studying in Class IX and above

The Directorate of Welfare of Scheduled Castes and Backward Classes, Assam has started accepting online applications for the OBC Scholarship Assam 2026-27. Students from the Other Backward Classes (OBC) community in Assam can apply for both Pre-Matric and Post-Matric schemes through the National Scholarship Portal (NSP). The application process began on 1 June 2026 and will continue until 30 September 2026. Both new applicants and those renewing their scholarships can apply during this period.

These schemes are funded by the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of India. The Pre-Matric scholarship is for OBC students in Class IX and X. The Post-Matric scholarship is for students in Class XI and above. Please check the eligibility, required documents, scholarship amount, and important dates below before starting your application.

The same notice and application process on NSP also apply to SC students of Assam under the Pre-Matric and Post-Matric SC schemes. If you belong to the SC or ST category, the One Time Registration step, document requirements, and timelines explained here are the same for you. Only the scheme you select on the portal will be different.

OBC Scholarship Assam Details

Name of the Scheme: Pre-Matric and Post-Matric Scholarship for OBC Students
Session: 2026-27
Name of Organization: Directorate of Welfare of Scheduled Castes and Backward Classes, Assam, Dispur, Guwahati-06
Funded By: Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of India
Online Application Portal: National Scholarship Portal
Eligible Classes: Class IX and X for Pre-Matric; Class XI and above for Post-Matric
Income Limit: Rs 2.5 lakh per annum

Scholarship Amount for OBC Students

Under the Pre-Matric scheme, OBC students in Classes IX and X studying in Government schools get a combined academic allowance of ₹4,000 per year. The Post-Matric scholarship amount depends on the course group, as shown below.

Course Group	Yearly Amount
Group 1 Degree and PG level professional courses	₹20,000
Group 2 Other professional degree, diploma, certificate courses	₹13,000
Group 3 Graduate and PG courses (BA, B.Sc, B.Com, MA etc.)	₹8,000
Group 4 Post-matric non-degree courses (Class XI, XII, ITI etc.)	₹5,000

The Post-Matric scholarship covers both the academic allowance and the tuition fee for the entire course duration. The full amount is sent directly to the student’s bank account through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).

Eligibility Criteria of OBC Scholarship Assam

The applicant must be an Indian citizen and a permanent resident of Assam. They must belong to the OBC community and have a valid caste certificate. For the Pre-Matric scheme, the student must be studying full-time in Class IX or X in a Government school. For the Post-Matric scheme, the student must be studying in Class XI or any higher recognized course after passing matriculation.

The yearly income of the parents or guardians from all sources should not be more than ₹2.5 lakh. A student cannot receive any other scholarship at the same time. For renewal, the student must have at least 75% attendance in the previous academic year. Only two boys from the same family can get this scholarship. This limit does not apply to girl students.

Required Documents for Application

Keep the following documents ready before you apply. Your scanned copies should be clear and within the size limit allowed on the portal. You can resize your photo and documents here if needed.

Caste Certificate: OBC caste certificate issued by the Office of the District Commissioner of your district.

Income Certificate: Income certificate of parents or guardians issued by the Circle Officer of your Revenue Circle.

Bonafide Certificate: Issued by the Head of your school or institution.

Aadhaar and Bank Account: Aadhaar number and an active bank account linked with Aadhaar. This is required for Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).

Other Documents: Recent passport-size photograph and previous marksheet, as required by the portal.

Helplines for OBC Scholarship Assam

For portal and One Time Registration related problems, students can contact the NSP Helpdesk at 0120-6619540 or email helpdesk@nsp.gov.in. For issues related to caste, income, or bonafide certificates, contact your District Commissioner office, Circle Office, or school.

How to Apply for OBC Scholarship Assam?

One Time Registration (OTR) is required this year for both new and renewal applicants. OTR gives you a 14-digit number based on your Aadhaar. This number stays valid throughout your academic career, so you do not need to register again every year. First, generate your OTR number, then apply for the scholarship. The same steps apply for SC and ST scholarship schemes in Assam too. You only need to select a different scheme at the selection stage.

First, install the NSP OTR App and the Aadhaar Face RD App on your phone using the links in the Important Links section below.
Then, complete face authentication to get your 14-digit OTR number.
Next, open the NSP application link from the Important Links section and log in using your OTR number. Select the correct scheme, that is, Pre-Matric Scholarship for OBC Students or Post-Matric Scholarship for OBC Students.
Fill in your personal, academic, and bank account details exactly as they appear in your documents.
Enter your caste certificate, income certificate, and bonafide certificate details, and upload documents if the portal asks for them.
Finally, check every field carefully, submit the form, and note down your application ID for tracking and renewal.

Note: Use only a bank account that is active and linked with your Aadhaar number. Payments are made through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT). The authority will not be responsible for failed transactions caused by inactive or incorrect bank details.

Important Dates of OBC Scholarship Assam

Notification Release Date	3^rd June 2026
Online Application Start Date	1^st June 2026
Online Application Last Date	30^th September 2026
Verification by Institute	By 31^st October 2026

Important Links of OBC Scholarship Assam

Online Application Form	Click Here
One Time Registration	Click Here
Know Your OTR	Click Here
Official Notification	Click Here
Scholarship Scheme Guidelines	Pre-Matric \| Post-Matric
Whatsapp Channel	Click Here
Official Website	Click Here

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Who can apply for the OBC Scholarship Assam 2026-27?	OBC students of Assam with a valid caste certificate can apply. Pre-Matric is for Class IX and X students in Government schools. Post-Matric is for students in Class XI and above. The family income should not be more than ₹2.5 lakh per year.
What is the last date to apply?	Applications are open from 1 June 2026 to 30 September 2026 for both new and renewal candidates. School or institute verification continues until 31 October 2026.
Is OTR mandatory for the OBC scholarship?	Yes. One Time Registration is required for all applicants this year. You must generate your 14-digit OTR number using the NSP OTR App and Aadhaar Face RD App before filling the scholarship form.
How much scholarship will OBC students receive?	Pre-Matric students get ₹4,000 per year. Post-Matric students get between ₹5,000 and ₹20,000 per year depending on their course group. The amount is sent directly to the bank account through Direct Benefit Transfer.
Is the application process the same for SC and ST students of Assam?	Yes. The NSP registration, OTR step, document requirements, and timelines are the same for SC and ST students. Only the scheme you select on the portal is different.