Post Matric Scholarship 2026-27: Application Deadlines Open for Bihar, Karnataka, and NSP

Online applications for Post Matric Scholarships for the academic session 2026-27 are currently open across various state and national platforms, offering crucial financial assistance for students pursuing higher education. Key application windows include Bihar, Karnataka, and the National Scholarship Portal (NSP), with varying deadlines and specific eligibility criteria.

These scholarships are vital for countless students seeking to continue their studies beyond matriculation, providing financial aid that directly supports educational pursuits. Applicants are urged to carefully review the requirements and deadlines for each scheme to ensure successful submission and avoid last-minute complications.

Event	Post Matric Scholarship applications open
Official portal	pmsonline.bihar.gov.in
Deadline	September 30, 2027
Status	Released

Bihar Post Matric Scholarship 2026-27: Key Dates and Requirements

The Bihar Post Matric Scholarship 2026-27 application requires students to meet the prescribed document, income, caste, and Aadhaar-seeding requirements within the specified timeline.

Particulars	Details
Application Start Date	July 15, 2026
Application Last Date	September 15, 2026
Income Certificate	R.O. Level income certificate issued on or after April 1, 2026
Caste Certificate	Valid caste certificate issued within the previous two academic sessions up to the current academic session
Educational Documents	Documents must bear dates between April 1, 2026, and March 31, 2027
Aadhaar Seeding	Applicant’s Aadhaar must be seeded with a bank account for DBT
Application Correction	Students with defective applications get 15 days to make corrections and finalize the application
Application Mode	Online
Official Portal	Bihar Post Matric Scholarship Portal

National Scholarship Portal (NSP) 2026-27: Schemes and Deadlines

The National Scholarship Portal (NSP) 2026-27 opened applications on June 1, 2026, offering multiple central and centrally sponsored scholarship schemes with different application and verification deadlines.

Particulars	Details
NSP 2026-27 Applications Started	June 1, 2026
Student Application Deadline	October 31, 2026 for certain schemes
Renewal Applications	Open for schemes including PM-USP CSSS and PM-USP Special Scholarship Scheme for J&K and Ladakh
OTR Requirement	One Time Registration (OTR) is mandatory for NSP scholarship applications from AY 2024-25
OTR Generation	Can be generated using Aadhaar or Aadhaar Enrollment Number (EID)
Scholarship Limit	Students can apply for one merit-based scholarship and one or more welfare-based scholarship schemes from AY 2026-27
UDID Requirement for Disabled Students	Applicants must log in to the UDID portal and provide consent to share their UDID details before applying
Institute Verification Deadline	November 15, 2026 for certain schemes
L2 Verification Deadline	November 30, 2026
CSC Assistance Fee	₹30 per candidate

Karnataka Post-Matric Scholarships 2026-27: Department-Wise Deadlines

Karnataka Post-Matric Scholarship 2026-27 applications are being processed through the State Scholarship Portal (SSP), with deadlines varying across the departments administering the schemes.

Administering Department / Scheme	Application Deadline
Backward Classes Welfare Department – Post-Matric Scholarship	September 30, 2027
Tribal Welfare Department	December 31, 2026
Disability Welfare Department	August 31, 2026
Minorities Welfare Department	September 30, 2026
Social Welfare Department	January 31, 2027
Karnataka State Brahmin Development Board – Post-Matric Scholarship	December 31, 2026
Application Portal	State Scholarship Portal (SSP) – ssp.karnataka.gov.in
Disbursement Mode	Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) to Aadhaar-seeded bank accounts

Karnataka Post-Matric Scholarship Application Deadlines 2026-27

Department Scheme	Application Deadline
Backward Classes Welfare Department Scheme	September 30, 2027
Tribal Welfare Department Scheme	December 31, 2026
Disability Welfare Department Scheme	August 31, 2026
Minorities Welfare Department Scheme	September 30, 2026
Social Welfare Department Scheme	January 31, 2027
Karnataka State Brahmin Development Board Scheme	December 31, 2026

How to Apply for Post Matric Scholarships 2026-27

Students interested in applying for Post Matric Scholarships for the 2026-27 academic year should follow the specific application procedures outlined by each portal. Adhering to these steps is crucial for a successful application and timely disbursement of funds.

Bihar Post Matric Scholarship: Visit the Bihar Post Matric Scholarship Official Portal (pmsonline.bihar.gov.in) and complete the online application between July 15, 2026, and September 15, 2026. Ensure all required documents, including income and caste certificates, meet the specified date criteria.
National Scholarship Portal (NSP): Access the National Scholarship Portal (scholarships.gov.in). If you are a new user, complete the One Time Registration (OTR) using your Aadhaar/EID. Disabled students must first log in to the UDID portal to provide consent. Submit applications for eligible schemes by October 31, 2026.
Karnataka Scholarships: Navigate to the State Scholarship Portal (SSP) at ssp.karnataka.gov.in. Register and apply for the relevant Post-Matric Scholarship scheme based on your department, ensuring submission before the respective deadlines. Ensure your Aadhaar is seeded to your bank account for DBT.

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