What do you get under Manipur Merit Scholarship?
₹6,000 a year for top HSLC (Class X) students and ₹12,000 a year for top HSSLC (Class XII) students, paid through the National Scholarship Portal.
Amounts and dates are from the Directorate notification of May 2026. The scanned notice splits the 300 awards between HSLC and the three HSSLC streams; check the annexed lists for your rank.
Manipur Merit Scholarship: latest updates
- Applications for the 2026 Merit Scholarship opened on the NSP (closed 31 August 2026; state verification till 25 September 2026). official source
Who is eligible for Manipur Merit Scholarship?
- Passed the HSLC exam of BOSEM with a CGPA of 8.83 or above, or ranked in the HSSLC merit list of COHSEM (Science, Arts or Commerce stream) for that year.
- Your name must be in the list of eligible students annexed to the Directorate's notification (Annexure I for Class X, Annexure II for Class XII).
- About 300 students are selected each year.
Also check:
- The 2026 window (25 May to 31 August 2026) has closed; the next notification usually comes after the board results in May.
- Students selected in earlier years renew on the NSP in the same window.
Documents needed for Manipur Merit Scholarship
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How to apply for Manipur Merit Scholarship
- Check your name in the eligible list published with the notification on manipureducation.gov.in.
- Register (One Time Registration) and apply under the Merit Scholarship Scheme of Manipur on scholarships.gov.in during the notified dates.
- Your institute verifies the form online, then the state verifies it.
How to check Manipur Merit Scholarship status
- Log in on scholarships.gov.in with your OTR number to see the application and payment status.
- Queries: Science Unit, Directorate of Education (Schools), Imphal, in office hours.
Never share an OTP with a caller or a message. Official portals end in .gov.in.
Common questions
Who is eligible for Manipur Merit Scholarship?
Passed the HSLC exam of BOSEM with a CGPA of 8.83 or above, or ranked in the HSSLC merit list of COHSEM (Science, Arts or Commerce stream) for that year. Your name must be in the list of eligible students annexed to the Directorate's notification (Annexure I for Class X, Annexure II for Class XII). About 300 students are selected each year.
How much do I get under Manipur Merit Scholarship?
₹6,000 a year for top HSLC (Class X) students and ₹12,000 a year for top HSSLC (Class XII) students, paid through the National Scholarship Portal. Amounts and dates are from the Directorate notification of May 2026. The scanned notice splits the 300 awards between HSLC and the three HSSLC streams; check the annexed lists for your rank.
What documents do I need for Manipur Merit Scholarship?
Aadhaar card (linked to your mobile number); Bank passbook or account details (Aadhaar-seeded account); Education certificates (marksheets); Proof of admission or fee receipt; Passport-size photo; Mobile number for OTP.
How do I apply for Manipur Merit Scholarship?
Check your name in the eligible list published with the notification on manipureducation.gov.in. Register (One Time Registration) and apply under the Merit Scholarship Scheme of Manipur on scholarships.gov.in during the notified dates. Your institute verifies the form online, then the state verifies it. Official site: https://scholarships.gov.in/
How do I check Manipur Merit Scholarship status?
Log in on scholarships.gov.in with your OTR number to see the application and payment status. Queries: Science Unit, Directorate of Education (Schools), Imphal, in office hours.
Do I have to pay anyone to apply for Manipur Merit Scholarship?
No. Applying for a government scheme is free on the official portal, and at Common Service Centres you pay only the notified service fee, if any. Never pay an agent who promises approval.
How much is the Manipur Merit Scholarship?
₹6,000 a year for HSLC (Class X) passouts with CGPA 8.83 or above, and ₹12,000 a year for HSSLC (Class XII) students in the merit list.
Where do I apply for the Manipur Merit Scholarship?
On the National Scholarship Portal (scholarships.gov.in), only if your name is in the eligible list published by the Directorate of Education (Schools).
What is the last date for the Manipur Merit Scholarship 2026?
The 2026 window ran from 25 May to 31 August 2026 and has closed.
Official sources
- Directorate of Education (Schools), Manipur: Merit Scholarship Scheme notification, May 2026
- Govt of Manipur Budget Speech 2026-27 (state Merit Scholarship Scheme, para 14)
Last checked 1 November 2026; next review by 30 April 2027. Rules and amounts change, so confirm on the official site before you apply. IndiaDigital is independent and not a government site.