UGC Opens Ishan Uday Scholarship Applications for NER Students

The Ishan Uday Scholarship application process for the North Eastern Region (NER) has begun, according to the University Grants Commission (UGC). The National Scholarship Portal is where the applications are located (NSP). October 31 is the last day to register for the application.

Through NSP, the University Grants Commission's (UGC) Ishan Uday Scholarship is administered to NER students. Additionally, if qualified, students who received the Ishan Uday Scholarship in the 2023–2024 academic year may apply for renewal by October 31 for the 2024–2025 academic year.

The award is available to students who have passed the Class 12 or equivalent test administered by a recognized Board of Education from a school located inside NER.

Applications are only accepted from students who have already been accepted into the first year of a UG degree program under "regular or full time" mode. The scholarship is available for those students only, who are pursuing a recognised UG degree programmes as specified and notified by UGC from time to time. Scholarships for "integrated" and "dual degree" programs will only be awarded for the undergraduate portion. Parents of the student should earn less than Rs 4.50 lakh annually.

By offering undergraduate students from the North Eastern Region financial assistance, the Ishan Uday Scholarship seeks to encourage further education among these individuals. The University Grants Commission (UGC) launched this scheme to encourage students from low-income families to enroll in normal or full-time undergraduate programs. Scholarships are provided to students whose parents make less than Rs 4.50 lakh a year, ensuring that their academic goals are not impeded by financial limitations. It is recommended that students apply or reapply by October 31 via the National Scholarship Portal.