State Agriculture Scholarship for B.Sc. & M.Sc. Agriculture

Key facts

Benefit	₹700 monthly for B.Sc. Agriculture
Who	Students from Nagaland
How paid	Directly to bank account
Implemented by	Department of Agriculture, Nagaland
Official portal	https://scholarship.nagaland.gov.in
Application window	Annual window — confirm dates on the official portal

Benefits

Eligible students receive a monthly scholarship of ₹700 for B.Sc. Agriculture and ₹900 for M.Sc. Agriculture, along with additional book grants and reimbursements.

Who can apply

For: student
Resident of Nagaland
not income tax payer
no government employee in family
no family member in government service
poor household

This scholarship is available to residents of Nagaland who are enrolled in B.Sc. or M.Sc. Agriculture programs. Applicants must not be income tax payers, have no government employees in their family, and come from poor households. Students who have failed their last examination are ineligible to apply.

How to apply

Applications can be submitted online through the Common Scholarship Portal of Nagaland.

Visit the Common Scholarship Portal at https://scholarship.nagaland.gov.in
Register by providing your mobile number linked with Aadhaar and create an account.
Log in to your account using the credentials created during registration.
Fill in your personal details and academic information as required.
Upload the necessary documents as specified on the portal.
Review your application for accuracy and completeness before submission.
Track your application status on the portal after submission.

Apply on the official website ↗

Documents required

Passport-size photograph
Class X Admit Card
Copy of the Progress Report of the last semester
Admission Receipt from the respective institution
Scheduled Tribe Certificate
Indigenous Inhabitant Certificate
Disability certificate, if applicable
Aadhaar Card
Copy of the front page of the Bank Passbook or Bank Statement
Institution Verification Form as per Annexure –I.

Common problems and how to fix them

Problem	What to do
Application rejected	Ensure all required documents are submitted correctly and that the application form is filled out accurately before resubmission.
Payment not received	Verify that the bank account details provided are correct and active, as incorrect information can lead to non-receipt of funds.

Frequently asked questions

Who is eligible for the State Agriculture Scholarship?

Eligibility is limited to residents of Nagaland pursuing B.Sc. or M.Sc. Agriculture, with specific conditions regarding family income and government employment.

What documents are required to apply for the scholarship?

Applicants must provide a passport-size photograph, Class X admit card, progress report, admission receipt, and several certificates including Scheduled Tribe and Indigenous Inhabitant certificates.

How much financial assistance does the scholarship provide?

The scholarship offers ₹700 per month for B.Sc. Agriculture students and ₹900 per month for M.Sc. Agriculture students.

Can I apply if I have received another scholarship?

No, applicants must not be beneficiaries of any other scholarship scheme to be eligible for this scholarship.

What should I do if I encounter issues during the application process?

For any issues, applicants can email the helpdesk with their registered mobile number and details of the problem, allowing 24 hours for a response.

Is there a penalty for providing false information in the application?

Yes, providing false statements or documents can lead to disqualification from the scholarship and recovery of any funds already disbursed.

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