NewsIMTSUGC has released the merit list for National Scholarship for postgraduate students for 2024-25. The list includes 10,000 PG students with 5,000 each from humanities, social sciences, and science streams. The scholarship provides Rs 15,000 per month for 10 months yearly to students pursuing their first PG degree in India. Eligible students can apply until November 15, 2025, with institute verification open till November 30. Applications can be submitted at scholarships.gov.in. Students must be below 30 years of age at admission and enrolled in full-time regular programs. Distance learning or private mode students are not eligible. Reserved slots for women will prioritize single and twin girl children. To apply for the scholarship, visit the official website and submit your application before the deadline. (Updated 4 Nov 2025, 09:05 IST; source: link)
UGC Announces 10,000 Postgraduate Scholarships for 2024-25
The University Grants Commission (UGC) has released the merit list for National Scholarships for postgraduate students. The scheme will support 10,000 students across India, with 5,000 scholarships allocated to humanities and social sciences, and another 5,000 to science streams. Each selected student will receive Rs 15,000 per month for ten months every year while pursuing their first postgraduate degree at an Indian institution. This financial support aims to encourage academic excellence among postgraduate students and help them focus on their studies without financial burden.
Eligibility Criteria and Application Process
Students must be below 30 years of age at the time of admission and enrolled in full-time regular postgraduate programs to qualify for the scholarship. Those studying through distance learning or private mode are not eligible. The application window remains open until November 15, 2025, with institute verification continuing until November 30. Interested candidates can apply through the scholarships.gov.in portal. The scheme includes reserved slots for women, with priority given to single and twin girl children. Students must complete their applications before the deadline to be considered.
Key Points
- UGC has released the merit list for National Scholarship for postgraduate students for 2024-25.
- The list includes 10,000 PG students with 5,000 each from humanities, social sciences, and science streams.
- The scholarship provides Rs 15,000 per month for 10 months yearly to students pursuing their first PG degree in India.