The NSP Pre-Matric Scholarship Scheme For SC Students Class 9 & 10 Chandigarh 2025-26 is a centrally administered support programme that is run through the National Scholarship Portal (NSP) and implemented by the Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment to help Scheduled Caste students complete secondary schooling. The scheme is specifically aimed at reducing dropouts during the critical transition from elementary to secondary education by providing a modest monthly stipend, book grants and special allowances where applicable. This article breaks down who can apply, the benefits and step-by-step application process so students and guardians from Chandigarh can apply with confidence. The scheme is available only to bona-fide residents of Chandigarh who are studying in Class 9 or 10 in government or recognised schools. Awards are paid for ten months in an academic year for hostellers, the monthly amount is higher to account for boarding costs.

Who can apply? (Eligibility Requirements)

To qualify for the NSP Pre-Matric Scholarship Scheme For SC Students (Class 9 & 10) Chandigarh 2025-26 applicants must meet all of the following:

1. Candidate Must Be a domiciled resident of Chandigarh.
2. Candidate Belong to the Scheduled Caste (SC) category.
3. Be enrolled in Class 9 or Class 10 in a government school, government-recognised school, or under a Central or State Board of Secondary Education.
4. Have parental of guardian annual income not exceeding rs 2,50,000 from all sources.
5. Not be receiving any other pre-matric scholarship for the same classes.

What the scholarship gives you (Benefits)

SC students with disabilities studying in private unaided recognised schools may also be eligible for specific allowances (reader, escort, transport, helper, coaching allowances) as defined under scheme rules.

Important Dates

How to apply for NSP Chandigarh Pre-Matric Scholarship

1. Visit the National Scholarship Portal and then click Apply Now.
2. Complete One-Time Registration (OTR) use mobile number, captcha OTP and save the temporary registration.
3. After OTR login to the NSP student dashboard; select Apply for Scholarship → choose the Pre-Matric SC (Chandigarh) scheme.
4. Fill in personal and academic and income details accurately; upload documents listed below. Double-check before submitting — changes are not allowed and multiple submissions lead to disqualification.
5. Submit and download the acknowledgement/receipt. Keep the reference for tracking and future renewals.

Documents checklist

1. Aadhaar card (student)
2. Domicile certificate (Chandigarh)
3. Passport-size photograph with student’s signature
4. Latest academic certificate/marksheet (proof of Class 9/10)
5. SC caste certificate signed by an authorised Revenue Officer (Tehsildar or above)
6. Family income certificate (or RO/Tehsildar income declaration if self-employed)
7. Previous year scholarship receipt (for renewal applicants)

Selection & renewal

Selection is administrative — applicants who meet the eligibility, submit valid documents and fall within the income limit are considered. Renewals require proof of regular attendance and passing to the next class; renewal applications typically ask for the previous year’s scholarship receipt and current academic records.

Official contact & support

For scheme guidelines and state-specific clarifications check the NSP guidelines PDF and the Ministry’s scheme page. For Chandigarh-specific queries, the Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment contact (Director’s office) is the listed public contact point on the portal.

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