Lakshadweep Scholarship Scheme

The Lakshadweep Scholarship Scheme, an initiative by the Department of Education under the Ministry of Human Resource Development, aims to provide financial assistance to students from the Lakshadweep Union Territory. This program alleviates financial burdens and empowers students to pursue their educational aspirations.

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Academic Criteria

• You can study Arts, Science, Engineering, Medicine, Agriculture, Law or Commerce in a recognised institution in India.
• The scheme also covers school levels, from primary to Plus Two.

Financial and Social Criteria

• No income limit is mentioned on the page.
• You cannot hold another scholarship. If you get one, you must give up the award and repay the funds you received.
• You can keep any concession given by your institution or the administration.

Geographic Criteria

• Both parents and the student must be born in Lakshadweep, or one parent must be from Lakshadweep.
• The student and the parent from the Islands must live in the Islands.

Restrictions

• Educational concessions on the mainland are given only for courses that are not available in the Islands.

Renewal Criteria

• A stipend may be given or renewed for health reasons or disability.
• A scholarship that is cancelled or forfeited is not restored.

Lakshadweep Scholarship Scheme gives students from Lakshadweep a monthly scholarship of up to Rs 3,000 plus a lump sum grant of up to Rs 9,000, depending on the course. Apply online on the National Scholarship Portal and check NSP for the current last date.

The Lakshadweep Scholarship Scheme is run by the Education Department of the Lakshadweep Union Territory. It helps students from Lakshadweep with their studies, from primary school to PhD. The amount depends on the level of your course. Applications are made on the National Scholarship Portal (NSP).

Quick Facts

Detail	Information
Scheme name	Lakshadweep Scholarship Scheme
Offered by	Education Department, Lakshadweep
Who can apply	Students from Lakshadweep
Parent rule	Both parents and the student born in Lakshadweep, or one parent from Lakshadweep
Monthly scholarship	Rs 200 to Rs 3,000, depending on the course
Lump sum grant	Rs 1,500 to Rs 9,000 for college and professional courses
Courses covered	Arts, Science, Commerce, Engineering, Medicine, Agriculture, Law and more
Mode of application	Online on the National Scholarship Portal
Last date	Check the National Scholarship Portal for the current last date

Key Highlights

• Monthly scholarship from Rs 200 for school students to Rs 3,000 for PhD and top postgraduate courses
• Lump sum grants of Rs 1,500 to Rs 9,000 for college and professional courses
• Support for students who study outside their home island because the course is not available there
• Extra amounts for students who stay outside the hostel for want of a seat
• Covers school, degree, postgraduate, professional and research courses

Program Objectives

• Reduce the money worries of students from Lakshadweep
• Help students continue their education, including professional and research courses
• Support students who must study away from their native island

About the Sponsor

The scheme is run by the Education Department of the Lakshadweep Union Territory. Students apply through the National Scholarship Portal (NSP) at https://scholarships.gov.in/.

Documents Required

• Domicile Certificate
• Income Certificate
• Educational Certificate
• Caste Certificate
• Aadhaar Card
• Bank Passbook
• Passport size photograph

Steps to Apply

For new applicants

1. Go to the National Scholarship Portal and click New Registration under Applicant Corner.
2. Read the instructions and tick the undertaking box.
3. Register with a mobile OTP and get your Registration ID.
4. Submit the required documents.

For registered applicants

1. Go to the NSP website and click Fresh Application under Applicant Corner.
2. Log in with your Application ID and password.
3. Select the scholarship, fill in the application form, upload your documents and submit.
4. You will get a system-generated registration number for reference.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Lakshadweep Scholarship Scheme?

It is a scholarship from the Education Department of Lakshadweep for students from the Lakshadweep Union Territory. It reduces the money worries of students so they can continue their education.

How much scholarship can I get?

You can get up to Rs 3,000 per month plus a lump sum grant of up to Rs 9,000. The amount depends on your course level. School students get Rs 200 to Rs 1,200 per month.

Who can apply for this scholarship?

Students from Lakshadweep can apply. Both parents and the student must be born in Lakshadweep, or one parent must be from Lakshadweep. The student and the Islander parent must live in the Islands.

Can students from other states apply?

No. The scheme is for students from Lakshadweep who meet the birth and residence rules.

Which courses are covered?

Arts, Science, Engineering, Medicine, Agriculture, Law and Commerce courses in recognised Indian institutions. School levels are also covered, from primary to Plus Two.

Can I get this scholarship along with another scholarship?

No. A scholar cannot receive other scholarships. If you get one, you must give up the award and repay the funds you received. You can keep concessions given by your institution or the administration.

Which documents do I need?

You need a Domicile Certificate, Income Certificate, Educational Certificate, Caste Certificate, Aadhaar Card, Bank Passbook and a passport size photograph.

How do I apply?

Apply online on the National Scholarship Portal. New applicants register with a mobile OTP and then apply. Registered applicants click Fresh Application, log in, select the scholarship, fill in the form, upload documents and submit.

When are applications invited?

Applications are invited online on the National Scholarship Portal every April. Check NSP for the current last date.

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