🎓 Scholarships for Students After 10th & 12th (2026) – Government Schemes List
After passing Class 10th or 12th, students in india can apply for many Central and State government scholarships to support school fees, college education, books, and living expenses.Here are the most important and active schemes in 2026 👇🏛️ 📌 1. National Scholarship Portal (NSP) – Main Govt PortalThe National Scholarship Portal (NSP) is the biggest platform for all central + state scholarships.Students can apply for:
👉 Covers school + coaching expenses👩🎓 📌 5. State government ScholarshipsEach state has its own schemes, such as:
✔ Keep income certificate, marksheets ready
✔ Check deadlines every year (usually Aug–Dec)
✔ Many scholarships are renewable yearly📌 Final Takeaway👉 After 10th and 12th, students can access multiple government scholarships across India
👉 Main platform is National Scholarship Portal (NSP)
👉 Support ranges from school fees to full college funding Disclaimer:The views and opinions expressed in this article are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of any agency, organization, employer, or company. All information provided is for general informational purposes only. While every effort has been made to ensure accuracy, we make no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, about the completeness, reliability, or suitability of the information contained herein. Readers are advised to verify facts and seek professional advice where necessary. Any reliance placed on such information is strictly at the reader’s own risk.
- Pre-Matric (10th level)
- Post-Matric (11th, 12th, College)
- Merit-based scholarships
- Minority / sc / st / OBC schemes
- Must be in top percentile of Class 12 results
- For UG & PG studies
- ₹12,000/year (UG)
- ₹20,000/year (PG)
- For economically weaker students
- Helps continue studies after 10th
- For OBC, EBC, DNT students
- Income limit applies
👉 Covers school + coaching expenses👩🎓 📌 5. State government ScholarshipsEach state has its own schemes, such as:
- UP Scholarship
- Maharashtra Post-Matric Scholarship
- Tamil Nadu BC/SC/ST Scholarships
- Karnataka Free education Schemes
- Reliance Foundation Scholarship → up to ₹2 lakh per degree
- SBI Asha Scholarship → ₹10,000–₹50,000
- INSPIRE Scholarship (Science students)
- Foundation for Excellence (Engineering students)
✔ Keep income certificate, marksheets ready
✔ Check deadlines every year (usually Aug–Dec)
✔ Many scholarships are renewable yearly📌 Final Takeaway👉 After 10th and 12th, students can access multiple government scholarships across India
👉 Main platform is National Scholarship Portal (NSP)
👉 Support ranges from school fees to full college funding Disclaimer:The views and opinions expressed in this article are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of any agency, organization, employer, or company. All information provided is for general informational purposes only. While every effort has been made to ensure accuracy, we make no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, about the completeness, reliability, or suitability of the information contained herein. Readers are advised to verify facts and seek professional advice where necessary. Any reliance placed on such information is strictly at the reader’s own risk.