State Medical Scholarship (Scholarship Scheme for MBBS & Allied Courses, Nursing and Paramedical Students) is a scheme by the Department of Health & Family Welfare, Government of Nagaland. It gives money help to local students who are studying MBBS, nursing and paramedical courses in the state.
The scheme is recurring and students apply every year through the Common Scholarship Portal of Nagaland. Applications for the medical scholarship are accepted during a fixed window each year, and the portal is the single place to register and apply online.
State Medical Scholarship (Scholarship Scheme for MBBS & Allied Courses, Nursing and Paramedical Students)
This scheme is made for aspiring medical professionals from Nagaland. It covers MBBS and allied courses, nursing and paramedical programs. The total money benefit depends on the specific course or program a student is pursuing.
The Common Scholarship Portal of Nagaland is the official gateway for this scheme. Students register once on the portal and can then apply for the medical scholarship when the window opens. The portal also lists the scheme guidelines and contact help for technical queries.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Scheme Name | State Medical Scholarship (Scholarship Scheme for MBBS & Allied Courses, Nursing and Paramedical Students) |
| Level | State |
| Scheme For | Individual |
| Beneficiary States | Nagaland |
| Category | Education & Learning |
| Benefit Type | Composite |
| Nodal Department | Health and Family Welfare Department, Nagaland |
| Application Mode | Online through Common Scholarship Portal |
| Official Website | scholarship.nagaland.gov.in |
Benefits
This scheme offers money support and stipends to eligible students to meet their study costs. The amount is worked out based on the course a student is doing, so different programs may get different support.
Eligibility
To get this scholarship, a student should meet these conditions:
- Be a permanent resident of Nagaland.
- Have been selected for a medical, nursing or paramedical course through NEET, NSEE or a relevant State Departmental Examination.
- Note that a repeater who failed to finish the course within the standard duration will not get an extra stipend.
Application Process
All applications are made online through the Common Scholarship Portal of Nagaland at scholarship.nagaland.gov.in. The window for the medical scholarship opens each year, and the portal announces the dates. Follow these steps when the window is open.
STEP 1 - Visit the official Common Scholarship Portal and click on the Register option. Use an Aadhaar-linked mobile number to verify the account through OTP and create a user profile.
STEP 2 - Log in with the credentials after registration. Fill in personal information, bank details and contact info in the profile.
STEP 3 - Select the medical scholarship scheme and enter academic details such as college name and current year of study.
STEP 4 - Upload all required self-attested documents as specified on the portal.
STEP 5 - Review the details for accuracy and click the Submit button. Note the unique registration number for future renewals.
Students who prefer offline help can visit the nearest Common Service Center (CSC). The staff there will help register and submit the application online on their behalf.
Important points: submit all applications online, as hardcopy submissions to the Directorate are not accepted. Make sure bank details are correct, since wrong information can lead to payment failure. Any false declaration leads to an immediate ban from the scheme and recovery of any funds paid.
Documents
Keep these documents ready in self-attested form for the application:
- Recent passport-size photograph.
- Aadhaar Card.
- Forwarding letter from the institution.
- Copy of the nomination letter from NEET, NSEE or State Departmental Exam.
- Copy of the front page of an SBI bank passbook in the student's own name.
- Indigenous Certificate.
- Educational qualification certificates.
- Caste or community certificate, if applicable.
- Disability certificate, if applicable.
Only a State Bank of India account in the student's own name is accepted for this scholarship. The bank account should be Aadhaar seeded so the money can be paid through the Aadhaar Payment Bridge.
References
Visit Common Scholarship Portal
FAQ's
What is State Medical Scholarship (Scholarship Scheme for MBBS & Allied Courses, Nursing and Paramedical Students)?
It is a support program by the Government of Nagaland for students pursuing medical, nursing and paramedical courses.
Who is eligible?
A student must be a permanent resident of Nagaland and should have been selected through a qualifying exam such as NEET or NSEE.
Can repeaters apply?
No, students who do not pass within the standard course duration are not eligible for further stipends.
Which bank account is required?
A State Bank of India account in the student's own name, seeded with Aadhaar, is needed to receive the money.
When can I apply?
Applications are accepted during the window announced each year on the Common Scholarship Portal. The medical scholarship window is currently closed, so watch the portal for the next opening date.
What if I provide wrong information?
Providing false details leads to blacklisting from the scheme and recovery of any scholarship money already paid.