What do you get under State Technical Scholarship?
A yearly book grant scholarship, paid by DBT, for ST students of Nagaland in AICTE or COA approved diploma, degree and master's engineering or architecture courses.
Open now: 1 October to 31 December 2026. The amount is not printed in the guideline.
Who is eligible for State Technical Scholarship?
- ST students of Nagaland (indigenous inhabitant) in a regular Diploma, Degree or Master's course at an AICTE or COA approved institution.
- Parents' income from all sources up to ₹8 lakh a year.
- Not getting any other central, state or AICTE scholarship.
- Selection on merit of the last exam (Class 10 for diploma, Class 12 or diploma for degree, degree for master's).
Also check:
- Paid for up to 3 years for diploma, 4 for BE or B.Tech and 2 for ME or M.Tech; failing to be promoted ends it.
Documents needed for State Technical Scholarship
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How to apply for State Technical Scholarship
- Apply online on scholarship.nagaland.gov.in during the window (1 October to 31 December 2026).
- Upload the photo, admit card and marksheet, ST and indigenous certificates, fee receipt, Aadhaar-seeded bank passbook, parents' income certificate and institute verification certificate.
- Send the hard copy of the application to the Directorate of Technical Education, Kohima.
How to check State Technical Scholarship status
- Log in on scholarship.nagaland.gov.in.
- Nodal officer: 9233959973, schodtenagaland@gmail.com.
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Common questions
Who is eligible for State Technical Scholarship?
ST students of Nagaland (indigenous inhabitant) in a regular Diploma, Degree or Master's course at an AICTE or COA approved institution. Parents' income from all sources up to ₹8 lakh a year. Not getting any other central, state or AICTE scholarship. Selection on merit of the last exam (Class 10 for diploma, Class 12 or diploma for degree, degree for master's).
How much do I get under State Technical Scholarship?
A yearly book grant scholarship, paid by DBT, for ST students of Nagaland in AICTE or COA approved diploma, degree and master's engineering or architecture courses. Open now: 1 October to 31 December 2026. The amount is not printed in the guideline.
What documents do I need for State Technical Scholarship?
Passport-size photo; Education certificates (marksheets); Caste certificate (SC / ST / OBC), if you claim it; Domicile or residence certificate of the state; Proof of admission or fee receipt; Bank passbook or account details (Aadhaar-seeded account); Income certificate; Aadhaar card (linked to your mobile number).
How do I apply for State Technical Scholarship?
Apply online on scholarship.nagaland.gov.in during the window (1 October to 31 December 2026). Upload the photo, admit card and marksheet, ST and indigenous certificates, fee receipt, Aadhaar-seeded bank passbook, parents' income certificate and institute verification certificate. Send the hard copy of the application to the Directorate of Technical Education, Kohima. Official site: https://scholarship.nagaland.gov.in/
How do I check State Technical Scholarship status?
Log in on scholarship.nagaland.gov.in. Nodal officer: 9233959973, schodtenagaland@gmail.com.
Do I have to pay anyone to apply for State Technical 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.
Who can apply for the Nagaland State Technical Scholarship?
ST students of Nagaland in AICTE or COA approved diploma, degree or master's engineering or architecture courses, with parents' income up to ₹8 lakh a year and no other scholarship.
When is the 2026 application window?
1 October to 31 December 2026 on scholarship.nagaland.gov.in.
Official sources
- Common Scholarship Portal Nagaland: State Technical Scholarship guidelines (DTE, July 2024)
- Common Scholarship Portal Nagaland: active scholarships (window 1 October to 31 December 2026)
Last checked 1 November 2026; next review by 31 January 2027. Rules and amounts change, so confirm on the official site before you apply. IndiaDigital is independent and not a government site.