Directorate of Higher Education Nagaland Kohima invites students who are eligible to submit applications for the Nagaland State Research Scholarship. This scholarship is specially designed for students who are pursuing research work. Under the scheme, beneficiaries will get cash awards to conduct their research work and financial aid to complete their studies.
Benefits
- Financial assistance to students conducting research work.
- Cash awards to help complete M.Phil., Ph.D., or D.Litt. research.
- Encouragement for scholars from Nagaland to contribute to academia and research fields.
Eligibility Criteria
- Applicant must be a Scheduled Tribe or Indigenous student of Nagaland.
- Applicant must be pursuing M.Phil., Ph.D., or D.Litt. in a recognized university within India.
- Scholars who have already availed of this scholarship three times are no longer eligible.
- Applicant must not be a beneficiary of any other fellowship or scholarship scheme.
- Applicant must not be an employee of any government or semi-government establishment.
Application Process
Online Application Steps
- Visit the official website: Common Scholarship Portal, Nagaland.
- Click on the “Register” button to create an account.
- Fill out the registration form with required details such as name, gender, Aadhaar number, mobile number, email ID, and password.
- Enter the verification code received via email/SMS to complete registration.
- Log in to the portal using registered credentials.
- Select the Nagaland State Research Scholarship from the available list.
- Fill in the required details and upload the necessary documents.
- Review the application and submit it online.
- Print a hard copy of the application and send it along with the signed documents to:
Scholarship Section, Directorate of Higher Education, Below New Secretariat Complex, Nagaland, Kohima-797001.
Renewal Application Process
- Visit the Common Scholarship Portal, Nagaland.
- Click on the “Login” button and enter email, password, and captcha code.
- Select the renewal option and choose the scholarship.
- Fill in the details and upload the necessary documents.
- Review the form and submit the application.
- Print the application and send it along with signed documents to:
Scholarship Section, Directorate of Higher Education, Below New Secretariat Complex, Nagaland, Kohima-797001.
Documents Required
For Fresh Applications:
- Class 10 Admit Card & Marksheet.
- Last qualifying final examination marksheet & admit card.
- Scheduled Tribe Certificate & Indigenous Certificate (Issued by competent authority).
- Recognition Letter of University (Not required for Central Universities).
- Synopsis of Research Work (Duly signed by Guide/Supervisor for Ph.D. scholars).
- Registration Card/Letter (For Ph.D. scholars).
- Front page of Bank Passbook.
- Aadhaar Card.
- Admission Receipt.
For Renewal Applications:
- Ph.D. scholars must submit a Progress Report (Signed by Guide/Supervisor).
- M.Phil. scholars must provide a continuation certificate from the Guide/Supervisor.
- Ph.D. students must submit Registration Card/Letter & Synopsis (if not enclosed earlier).
- Front page of Bank Passbook.
- Aadhaar Card.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the benefit of this scheme?
The scheme provides financial assistance to research scholars in Nagaland to help them complete their studies. - Who can apply for this scheme?
Only Scheduled Tribe and Indigenous students of Nagaland pursuing M.Phil., Ph.D., or D.Litt. can apply. - Can non-residents of Nagaland apply for this scheme?
No, only residents of Nagaland are eligible. - Can employees of government/semi-government organizations apply?
No, the scheme is strictly for unemployed research scholars. - Can students receiving other scholarships apply for this scheme?
No, beneficiaries of any other fellowship/scholarship are not eligible. - How can I renew my scholarship?
By logging into the Common Scholarship Portal and submitting a renewal application along with the required documents. - How do I track my application status?
Applicants can log in to the portal and check the application status under the “Track Status” section. - Where can I submit feedback or raise queries?
Visit the official website of the Directorate of Higher Education, Nagaland, or contact the Scholarship Section.