National Loan Scholarship Scheme — Eligibility, Documents & Apply 2026 | Sarkaari Saathi

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National Loan Scholarship Scheme

राष्ट्रीय ऋण छात्रवृत्ति योजना

Ministry of Education

iAbout This Scheme

Launched in 1963 by the Ministry of Education, this scheme provided merit-cum-means loan scholarships to students pursuing higher education in science, technology, and other disciplines. The loans were repayable after completion of studies and employment. It was one of India's earliest structured educational loan support programmes for meritorious students from lower-income families.

🎁Key Benefits

Loan scholarships for undergraduate and postgraduate studies
Coverage of tuition fees and maintenance allowance
Priority for science and technology students
Repayable after securing employment

✅Eligibility Criteria

1
Scheme discontinued — historical archive only
2
Originally: merit-based with income criteria

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📝How to Apply

Historical Scheme — No Active Application

This scheme has been discontinued. It has been superseded by newer programmes. Visit the successor scheme page or contact your district collector for current alternatives.

❓Frequently Asked Questions

What scholarships are available for school students?

Major schemes include: NSP (National Scholarship Portal) scholarships, Pre-Matric and Post-Matric scholarships for SC/ST/OBC/Minorities, Merit-cum-Means scholarships, and state-specific scholarships.

How to apply for central government education schemes?

Most central education schemes are applied through the National Scholarship Portal (scholarships.gov.in). Create an account, fill the application form, and upload required documents.

What is Samagra Shiksha?

Samagra Shiksha is an overarching scheme for school education that integrates Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan (SSA), Rashtriya Madhyamik Shiksha Abhiyan (RMSA), and Teacher Education. It focuses on quality education from pre-school to Class XII.

Is Mid-Day Meal free for all government school students?

Yes, PM-POSHAN (Mid-Day Meal) scheme provides free cooked meals to students of government and government-aided schools from Class 1 to 8, covering approximately 11.80 crore children across India.

Required Documents

This is a historical/discontinued scheme — no active application required
For research reference: consult Planning Commission archives or National Archives of India
Scheme records available at archive.india.gov.in

Editorial note: This page is researched, written, and regularly reviewed by the Aditya Raj Hirve using official government sources and notifications. Information is verified against the originating ministry or department portal before publication. Last reviewed: July 2026.

Always verify critical details directly from the official government portal before applying.

National Loan Scholarship Scheme

iAbout This Scheme

🎁Key Benefits

✅Eligibility Criteria

📝How to Apply

❓Frequently Asked Questions

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