National Talent Scholarship Postgraduate

Key facts

Benefit	₹3,000 monthly
Who	Postgraduate students in agriculture
How paid	Directly to the student
Implemented by	Indian Council of Agricultural Research
Official portal	icar.nta.ac.in
Application window	Annual window — confirm dates on the official portal

Benefits

Beneficiaries receive a scholarship of ₹3,000 per month for the duration of their master's program, contingent on maintaining good academic performance.

Who can apply

For: student
not income tax payer
no government employee in family
poor household

Eligible applicants are students pursuing a master's degree in agriculture at an ICAR-recognized university outside their home state. Key exclusions include individuals who are income tax payers, have government employees in their family, or do not belong to economically disadvantaged households.

Who is not eligible

Income tax payers
Government employees in family
Students not from poor households

How to apply

Applications must be submitted online through the designated website.

Visit icar.nta.ac.in and navigate to the scholarship application section.
Register for an account if you do not have one.
Fill out the online application form with the required details.
Upload scanned images of your photograph, signature, and thumb impression.
Submit the application form before the deadline.

Apply on the official website ↗

Documents required

Photograph
Signature
Thumb impression

Common problems and how to fix them

Problem	What to do
Application not accepted	Ensure that the application is submitted online, as offline submissions are not accepted.
Scholarship not received	Confirm that all eligibility criteria are met and that good academic performance is maintained.

Frequently asked questions

Who is eligible for the National Talent Scholarship?

Students enrolled in a master's program in agriculture at an ICAR-recognized university outside their home state can apply.

What documents are required for the application?

Applicants need to upload a photograph, signature, and thumb impression; no other certificates are needed at the time of submission.

Can I apply for this scholarship if I am already receiving another scholarship?

No, applicants cannot accept any other scholarship while receiving the National Talent Scholarship.

How long is the scholarship awarded for?

The scholarship is initially granted for one year and can be renewed for the remaining duration of the master's program, provided academic standards are met.

Is there a requirement for attendance or conduct?

Yes, students must maintain good conduct and attendance, and cannot participate in strikes or agitations during their studies.

Always confirm the latest details on the official portal before applying.