AI SummaryState Technical Scholarship for ST Student is a government scheme that gives money help to Scheduled Tribe students in Nagaland who are doing technical courses like engineering and forestry. The Directorate of Technical Education, Government of Nagaland, runs this scheme and applications for the 2026-27 academic year are open through the official Nagaland Common Scholarship Portal.
State Technical Scholarship for St Student - Introduction
State Technical Scholarship for ST Student acts as a helping hand for ambitious students from Scheduled Tribe communities. Managed by the Directorate of Technical Education, Government of Nagaland, this scheme assists those aiming to build careers in engineering or forestry. It covers students enrolled in diploma, degree, or postgraduate programs at institutions recognized by the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) and the Council of Architecture (COA), as well as those studying forestry at the graduate or postgraduate level.
The scheme gives support in the form of a book grant to students who meet the required standards. It is a state-level scheme, so only permanent residents of Nagaland from Scheduled Tribe communities can apply. The money is paid directly into the student's bank account through DBT mode once every year.
For the 2026-27 academic session, fresh and renewal applications are invited through the official portal. Students should register and apply online well before the last date, and submit a hard copy of the application to the office of the Department of Technical Education after applying online.
Key Information
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Scheme Name | State Technical Scholarship for ST Student |
| Level | State |
| Beneficiary State | Nagaland |
| Category | Education and Learning |
| Benefit Type | Cash (book grant) |
| Nodal Department | Department of Higher Education |
| Implementing Agency | Directorate of Technical Education, Government of Nagaland |
| Official Website | scholarship.nagaland.gov.in |
Benefits
This scheme offers money support based on the course a student chooses. The support is given as a book grant for the full duration of the course, as long as the student keeps meeting the required standards and gets promoted to the next class each year.
| Course Level | Maximum Duration |
|---|---|
| Diploma | 3 years |
| Degree (B.E/B.Tech) | 4 years |
| Post Graduate (M.E/M.Tech) | 2 years |
Eligibility
To receive this scholarship, a student should meet these simple requirements:
- The applicant should be a permanent resident of Nagaland and belong to a Scheduled Tribe community.
- The applicant should be studying a diploma, degree, or masters course in an AICTE or COA recognized engineering institution, or a forestry course at the graduate or postgraduate level.
- The combined annual income of the parents from all sources should not be more than ₹6 lakhs.
- The applicant should not be an employee of any government or semi-government organization.
Please note that if a student gives false details, submits fake certificates, or applies for more than one scholarship in the same academic year, the application will be disqualified and the student may be blacklisted.
Application Process
Applications for the 2026-27 academic session are invited once a year through the official Nagaland Common Scholarship Portal at scholarship.nagaland.gov.in. A student should follow the steps given below to apply.
STEP 1 - Visit the official portal at scholarship.nagaland.gov.in and create an account by verifying the AADHAAR-linked mobile number through OTP.
STEP 2 - Log in with the unique credentials created during registration.
STEP 3 - Fill in the personal details, including bank information and academic history, to complete the profile.
STEP 4 - Choose the State Technical Scholarship from the available options, select the institution, and fill in the current course details.
STEP 5 - Scan and upload all required documents clearly, including the institute verification certificate signed by the head of the institution.
STEP 6 - Review the details carefully and press the submit button. After submitting online, take a printout and send the hard copy to the office of the Department of Technical Education before the last date.
STEP 7 - Track the application status anytime after logging back into the portal.
Documents
Make sure digital copies of the following documents are ready before starting the application:
- A clear passport-sized photograph.
- Aadhaar card.
- Previous year mark sheets or admit cards.
- Scheduled Tribe certificate.
- Indigenous inhabitant certificate.
- College admission fee receipt.
- Bank account passbook cover page (the account must belong to the applicant and be Aadhaar seeded).
- Parental income certificate.
- Institute verification certificate or bonafide certificate.
For renewal, make sure the previous semester mark sheet showing promotion, new fee receipts, and the institute verification certificate are ready.
References
Scholarship Schemes - Directorate of Technical Education, Nagaland
Visit Common Scholarship Portal
FAQ's
What is State Technical Scholarship for ST Student?
It is a money support scheme by the Nagaland government for ST students pursuing engineering and forestry education, given in the form of a book grant.
Who runs this scheme?
The Directorate of Technical Education, Government of Nagaland, implements this scheme.
Are there income limits for parents?
Yes, the combined annual income of the parents from all sources should not be more than ₹6 lakhs.
Can I apply if I study outside engineering or forestry?
No, only students in AICTE or COA recognized engineering courses or forestry programs are eligible.
Do I need to submit physical papers?
Yes, after applying online, a hard copy of the application should be submitted to the office of the Department of Technical Education before the last date.
What if I am a government employee?
Students holding a government or semi-government job are not eligible for this scholarship.