Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) provides scholarships to financially weaker students, including SC, ST, OBC, EWS, and General category candidates. These scholarships aim to support students in completing their education without financial burdens.
IGNOU Scholarship 2025 Overview
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Scholarship Type | Online through the National Scholarship Portal (NSP) |
| Eligible Categories | SC, ST, OBC, EWS, General (financially weak) |
| Application Mode | Online through National Scholarship Portal (NSP) |
| Website | scholarship.gov.in |
| Application Start | Not yet started (expected soon) |
| Last Date | To be announced |
Types of Scholarships
- Full Fee Waiver – Applicable to selected undergraduate and postgraduate courses.
- Partial Fee Refund – A portion of the fee is refunded to the student’s bank account.
- Government-Funded Scholarship – The entire cost of education is covered.
Eligibility Criteria
- Must be enrolled in an IGNOU course.
- Admission confirmation receipt is mandatory.
- Belong to SC, ST, OBC, EWS, or economically weaker General category.
- Income certificate required.
Required Documents
- Aadhar Card (Mandatory for registration)
- IGNOU Admission Confirmation Receipt
- Income Certificate
- Caste Certificate (for SC/ST/OBC applicants)
- Domicile Certificate
- Passport-size Photograph
- Ration Card (if available)
- Bank Details (For direct benefit transfer)
Application Process
- Confirm Admission: Students must first complete their admission process in IGNOU.
- Visit NSP Portal: Go to scholarship.gov.in.
- Register with OTR (One-Time Registration):
- Enter Aadhar details.
- Create a password.
- Complete Application:
- Fill in the required details.
- Upload necessary documents.
- Submit & Track Application:
- Check application status online.
- Monitor scholarship payments to the bank account.
Scholarship Status Check
Once applied, students can track their application and payment status on the NSP portal.
Important Notes
- The application process has not yet started for the 2025 session.
- Forms will be available after admission confirmation.
- The entire process is online.
- Stay updated by visiting IGNOU’s official website and the NSP Portal.
FAQs
1. When will the IGNOU scholarship forms be available for 2025?
The forms are expected to be available soon. Students must first confirm their admission before applying.
2. Who can apply for the scholarship?
Any financially weak student, especially from SC, ST, OBC, and EWS categories, can apply.
3. How do I check if my scholarship application is approved?
You can check the status on the National Scholarship Portal (NSP) under ‘Track Application’.