Assam Scholarship 2025 – How to Apply, Eligibility, and Important Details

Apply for Assam Scholarship 2025 easily. Learn eligibility, application steps, scholarship types, and important dates for Assam students seeking financial aid.

Assam Scholarship is a valuable scheme launched by the Assam Government to help students financially for their education. This article will guide you through the eligibility rules, types of scholarships, important dates, and the application process for Assam Scholarship 2025. You will also find detailed information on how to apply online for various Assam government scholarships.

Assam Scholarship 2025 Overview

If you are a student in Assam looking for financial support for your studies, Assam Scholarship 2025 can be a great help. This program offers many scholarships that provide financial assistance to students across different education levels. The application process has started, and you can apply before the deadline in early 2025.

Different Types of Assam Scholarships

Scholarship Name Provider
Combined Merit Scholarship, Assam Directorate of Higher Education, Assam Government
Post Graduate Research Fellowship, Assam Directorate of Higher Education, Assam Government
Pre-Matric Scholarship for OBC Students, Assam Assam Government
Pre-Matric Scholarship for ST Students (Class 1 to 8), Assam Department of Welfare of Plains Tribes & Backward Classes, Assam Government
Pre-Matric Scholarship for ST Students (Class 9 & 10), Assam Ministry of Tribal Affairs, Government of India
Post Matric Scholarship for OBC Students, Assam Assam Government
Post Matric Scholarship for ST Students, Assam Ministry of Tribal Affairs, Government of India
Means cum Merit Scholarship, Assam Department of Higher Education, Assam Government
National Talent Search Exam (NTSE) National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT)
Assam Foundation of North America Academics Scholarship Assam Foundation of North America (AFNA)
Prime Minister’s Scholarship Scheme for Central Armed Police Forces and Assam Rifles Welfare and Rehabilitation Board, Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India

Key Details of Assam Scholarship 2025

Name Assam Scholarship
Launched by Assam Government
Purpose Providing financial help to students
Who can apply Students of Assam
Official Website https://directorateofhighereducation.assam.gov.in/

Important Dates for Assam Scholarship 2025

Scholarship Name Application Period
Assam Pre Matric Scholarship for SC Students October
NSP Top Class Education Scheme for SC Students October
SOF International Mathematics Olympiad (IMO) August
SOF National Science Olympiad (NSO) August
Combined Merit Scholarship August to October
Post Graduate Research Fellowship August to October
IITM Research Fellowship July
Prime Minister’s Scholarship for CAPF and Assam Rifles December
Assam Foundation of North America Academics Scholarship April
Pre Matric Scholarship for ST (Class 9 & 10) March
Post Matric Scholarship for SC and OBC Students March
Pre Matric Scholarship for SC Students (Class 9 & 10) March
Post Matric Scholarship for ST Students March
William J. Clinton Fellowship January
Ishan Uday Scholarship for NER November
Pre-matric Scholarship for Students With Disabilities Mid-November
Means cum Merit Scholarship March to May

Who is Eligible for Assam Scholarship 2025?

Different scholarships have different eligibility criteria. Here is a quick guide:

Scholarship Category Eligibility
Combined Merit Scholarship All students Students in general or master’s degree courses (science, commerce, arts) with at least 60% marks in last exam.
Post Graduate Research Fellowship All students Students pursuing M.Phil, Ph.D., PG LLM, or Post-doctoral research with minimum 55% in last exam.
Pre-Matric Scholarship for OBC Students OBC category Students from Class 1 to 10 with at least 60% attendance. Family income below INR 2.5 lakh per year.
Pre-Matric Scholarship for ST Students (Class 1-8) ST category Students of Class 1 to 8 in Govt recognized schools with family income under INR 50,000 per year.
Pre-Matric Scholarship for ST Students (Class 9 & 10) ST category Students of Class 9-10 with family income below INR 2 lakh. No other centrally funded pre-matric scholarship.
Post Matric Scholarship for OBC Students OBC category Students in class 11 to postdoctoral level with family income less than INR 1.5 lakh.
Post Matric Scholarship for ST Students ST category Students from class 11 to postdoctoral level with family income below INR 2 lakh.
Means cum Merit Scholarship All students Full-time degree students in arts, science, commerce with 60% marks and family income below INR 2.5 lakh.
National Talent Search Exam (NTSE) All students Class 10 students from recognized schools including open learning below age 18.
Assam Foundation of North America Academics Scholarship All students Bachelor’s degree students with family income below INR 50,000.
Prime Minister’s Scholarship Scheme (CAPF and Assam Rifles) Dependants of CAPF/AR personnel Wards/widows of CAPF/Assam Rifles personnel who meet educational and marks criteria pursuing certain degree courses.

How to Apply for Assam Scholarship 2025?

Follow these simple steps to apply online:

  1. Visit the official Assam Directorate of Higher Education website.
  2. Check details and eligibility for your scholarship.
  3. Click on Register Now to create an account.
  4. Fill in your personal details like email, name, gender, date of birth, community, and mobile number.
  5. Complete registration and log in with your credentials.
  6. Find the scholarship application form and fill it carefully.
  7. Upload all required documents.
  8. Submit your application.

Documents Needed for Assam Scholarship Application

  • PRC Voter ID certificate or other domicile proof from authorities.
  • Bonafide certificate from your college or school.
  • Income certificate of parents from circle officer.
  • 10+2 or last qualifying exam mark sheet.
  • Self-declaration stating you are not receiving any other scholarship.
  • Bank passbook first page showing bank name, IFSC, and account holder’s name.

Assam Scholarship Awards and Benefits

Scholarship Number of Scholarships Award Details
Combined Merit Scholarship 840 INR 300/month for degree courses, INR 500/month for postgraduate courses
Post Graduate Research Fellowship 32 INR 500-1000/month depending on course (PG LLM, MPhil, Ph.D.)
Pre-Matric Scholarship for OBC Not specified Hostellers: INR 500/month for 10 months; Day scholars: INR 100/month + annual INR 500 ad hoc grant
Pre-Matric Scholarship for ST (Class 1-8) Not specified INR 100/month (INR 1200 annually)
Pre-Matric Scholarship for ST (Class 9 & 10) Not specified INR 150-350/month for 10 months + book and ad hoc grants; extra allowance for disabilities
Post Matric Scholarship for OBC Not specified Monthly maintenance, reader charges, study tour, and thesis printing reimbursements
Post Matric Scholarship for ST Not specified Monthly maintenance, extra allowances for disabilities, fees, study tours, and thesis charges
Means cum Merit Scholarship 460 One-time annual assistance of INR 1000/month
National Talent Search Exam (NTSE) 1000 Monthly scholarships ranging from INR 1250 in classes 11-12 to INR 2000 at UG/PG levels as per UGC rules
Assam Foundation of North America Academics Scholarship 30 Partial or full tuition fee support
Prime Minister’s Scholarship (CAPF and Assam Rifles) 2000 INR 2250/month for girls, INR 2000/month for boys

Make sure you apply before the deadline and provide all the correct details to get the scholarship you deserve. For more information, visit the official Assam Government site or trusted scholarship portals.