Post Matric and Top Class Scholarship
Madhya Pradesh has launched Post Matric and Top Class Scholarship 2026-27 for students from poor families seeking higher education. The National Scholarship Portal is now accepting applications for the academic year 2026-27, with registration open from 1st June 2026 and the last date to apply set as 31-10-2026.
Post Matric and Top Class Scholarship helps students from backward sections cover tuition fees and get a monthly allowance. The Higher Education Department of Madhya Pradesh runs this scheme. Students can get ₹1,200 per month if they live in a hostel and ₹650 per month if they are day scholars. The scheme also reimburses mandatory and non-refundable fees so that money problems do not stop them from studying.
You can now read the full details of this scheme below.
Post Matric and Top Class Scholarship
Benefits
Students who qualify for this scheme receive the following support:
- Hostel students: Get a monthly subsistence allowance of ₹1,200 to help with living expenses while staying in a hostel.
- Non-hostel students: Get a monthly subsistence allowance of ₹650 to cover day-to-day needs while commuting.
- Fee Coverage: The scheme reimburses all mandatory and non-refundable fees paid to your educational institution, so you do not have to pay from your pocket.
For more details on the post-matric category specifically, see MP Post Matric Scholarship Scheme on this site.
Eligibility
You should meet all of the below conditions to apply for this scholarship:
You must be currently enrolled in a graduate or post-graduate course at a recognised college or university in Madhya Pradesh. Your family income from all sources should not exceed ₹2,50,000 for the post-matric category and ₹6,00,000 for the top class category. Candidates with a documented disability of 40 percent or more are also eligible to apply.
The scheme is open only to permanent residents of Madhya Pradesh. You must have a valid Aadhaar number and a bank account linked to Aadhaar for DBT payment into your account.
Documents Required
Keep these documents ready before filling out the application form:
- Aadhaar card
- Bank account details along with a bank statement
- Academic mark sheets of the previous examination
- Address proof such as ration card or voter ID
- Income certificate from the competent authority
- Age proof such as birth certificate or Aadhaar
- Recent passport-size coloured photograph
- Registered mobile number for OTP verification
Having all these documents handy will make the verification process smooth and faster.
Application Process
The entire application is done online. Follow these steps carefully:
STEP 1 - Go to the MP Scholarship Portal 2.0 at hescholarship.mp.gov.in or the National Scholarship Portal at scholarships.gov.in. Click on the New Registration button and read the guidelines displayed on the screen carefully before proceeding.
STEP 2 - Select your Aadhaar category and enter your mobile number. You will receive an OTP on your registered phone number. Enter the OTP and the captcha code to verify your identity. Then fill in your personal details like name, date of birth, gender, and contact information to receive your unique student application ID.
STEP 3 - Once registered, log in to the Fresh Application portal at scholarships.gov.in/fresh/loginPage using your application ID and password. Fill out the application form completely and submit it to finalize your entry into the system.
STEP 4 - Upload all the required documents listed above and submit the application. Double-check all the details before final submission to avoid issues during verification.
Scheme at a Glance
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Scheme Name | Post Matric and Top Class Scholarship |
| State | Madhya Pradesh |
| Nodal Department | Higher Education Department |
| Benefit Type | Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) |
| Academic Year | 2026-27 |
| Application Opening | 1st June 2026 |
| Application Deadline | 31-10-2026 |
| Institute Verification Deadline | 15-11-2026 |
| L2 Verification Deadline | 30-11-2026 |
| Hostel Allowance | ₹1,200 per month |
| Non-Hostel Allowance | ₹650 per month |
| Income Limit (Post-Matric) | ₹2,50,000 |
| Income Limit (Top Class) | ₹6,00,000 |
| MP Portal 2.0 | hescholarship.mp.gov.in |
| NSP Homepage | scholarships.gov.in |
| NSP Registration | scholarships.gov.in/registrations |
| NSP Application Login | scholarships.gov.in/fresh/loginPage |
References
Official Guidelines from MP Higher Education | Registration Portal | Application Login | MP Scholarship Portal 2.0
FAQ's
What is Post Matric and Top Class Scholarship?
It is a scholarship program that helps students from poor families in Madhya Pradesh pursue higher education by providing cash allowance and fee reimbursement.
What is the main aim of this scholarship?
The main aim is to give financial support to eligible students so they can complete their post-matric studies without money problems.
How much monthly allowance do hostel students get?
Hostel students get ₹1,200 per month as a subsistence allowance.
What is the allowance for non-hostel students?
Non-hostel students get ₹650 per month as a subsistence allowance.
What expenses are covered under this scheme?
The scheme covers reimbursement of all mandatory and non-refundable fees paid to your college or university, along with the monthly subsistence allowance.
How should I apply for this scholarship?
You should visit hescholarship.mp.gov.in (MP Scholarship Portal 2.0) or scholarships.gov.in (NSP) and follow the online registration and application steps explained in the Application Process section above.
Can students from other states apply for this scheme?
No, this scheme is only for students who are permanent residents of Madhya Pradesh.
What is the last date to apply for Academic Year 2026-27?
The last date for student application on the National Scholarship Portal is 31-10-2026. Institute verification closes on 15-11-2026 and L2 verification by 30-11-2026.