NEC Merit Scholarship 2025 notification has been released by the North Eastern Council (NEC) for the academic year 2025-2026. This scholarship aims to support meritorious students from the North Eastern Region (NER) pursuing Diploma, Degree, Post Graduate, M.Phil, or Ph.D. courses. Eligible students can now apply online through the National Scholarship Portal (NSP).
Overview of NEC Merit Scholarship 2025
- Name of Scheme: NEC Merit Scholarship
- Academic Year: 2025-2026
- Total Scholarships: 1600
- Authority: North Eastern Council, Ministry of DoNER, Govt. of India
- Eligible States: Assam, Arunachal Pradesh, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Sikkim, Tripura
- Application Mode: Online
- Official Website: scholarships.gov.in
Eligibility Criteria for NEC Merit Scholarship
- Domicile: Permanent resident of any North Eastern state.
- Annual Family Income: Must not exceed Rs. 8.00 lakhs from all sources.
- Course Eligibility:
- Diploma: Passed HSLC/HSSLC with at least 60% marks
- Degree: Passed HSSLC with at least 60% marks
- Post Graduate: Passed Degree with at least 60% marks
- M.Phil/Ph.D: Passed PG with at least 60% marks; research topic must relate to NE Region
- Other Conditions: Not receiving any other scholarship or financial aid.
NEC Scholarship Amount per Year
| Course Level | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Diploma | 20,000/- |
| Degree | 22,000/- |
| Post Graduate | 25,000/- |
| M.Phil/Ph.D | 30,000/- |
NEC State-wise Scholarship Quota (Fresh)
- Assam: 320
- Arunachal Pradesh: 209
- Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Tripura: 192 each
- Sikkim: 111
Selection Process
- Merit list based on qualifying marks.
- M.Phil/Ph.D. selection based on relevance of research to NE Region.
- Strictly merit-based; no reservation/quota.
How to Apply Online for NEC Merit Scholarship 2025?
- Visit the National Scholarship Portal
- Click on “New Registration” and complete registration.
- Log in using your credentials.
- Fill the application form carefully.
- Upload all required documents.
- Submit the form and take a printout.
Required Documents
- Permanent Residential Certificate (PRC)
- Income Certificate (mandatory)
- Mark Sheets and Certificates
- Bank Passbook (optional)
- Synopsis for M.Phil/Ph.D (signed)
Important Dates
- Start Date of Application: 2nd June 2025
- Last Date to Apply: 31st October 2025
- Last Date for Defective Verification: 15th November 2025
- Last Date for Institute Verification: 15th November 2025