India · government support for students

Every scheme for students, in one place.

Scholarships, education loans, free schooling, schemes for girls, free coaching, skills, internships and research support from the central government and your state. Choose your state and who you are, and go straight to the official site to apply.

Recently changed

What is new, renamed or ended.

NewKarnataka: free bus passes for all students, from school to postgraduation, on state-run buses (2026–27).

NewAssam: Nijut Babu, a monthly support scheme for boys in higher education, alongside Nijut Moina for girls.

EndedWest Bengal: the ₹10,000 Taruner Swapna grant for Class 11–12 students to buy phones or tablets has been stopped by the new government.

RenamedTamil Nadu: the Chief Minister's Breakfast Scheme is now the Perunthalaivar Kamarajar Breakfast Scheme and covers Classes 1 to 8.

RenamedAndhra Pradesh: Vasathi Deevena is now Post Matric Scholarship (MTF), and Videshi Vidya Deevena is now NTR Videshi Vidya Deevena.

RenamedPMSSS for students from Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh is now the PM-USP Special Scholarship Scheme.

BewareMessages about a free "Students Laptop Scheme 2026" are fake, says the government's fact-check unit (PIB). Never pay or share bank details to get a scheme.

Checked October 2026. Schemes often change after state elections; we re-check every state.

How to apply

Five steps that save you time.

1 · Get your documents readyAadhaar; a bank account in the student's name linked to Aadhaar (for Direct Benefit Transfer); income certificate; caste or category certificate if it applies; domicile certificate; mark sheets; fee receipt and bonafide certificate from your institution; UDID or disability certificate if it applies.

2 · Register once, renew every yearMost scholarships need a fresh application in the first year and a renewal each year after. Use the same mobile number and email every time, and keep your login details safe.

3 · Apply early, before the deadlineMany central scholarships close around 31 October and state ones between August and December. Your school or college must verify your application online, so apply early to leave time for that.

4 · No internet? Get help nearbyCommon Service Centres (CSCs) in villages and towns help families apply online for government schemes. Your school, college or block education office can help too.

5 · Never pay an agentGovernment scholarships are free to apply for. Use only the official sites linked here, and never share your bank PIN or OTP with anyone.

What is here. 26 central schemes and flagship schemes from 36 states and union territories, each checked in October 2026 against official sources, plus a link to the complete official list for every state and union territory on myScheme. We add and re-check schemes regularly.

Disclaimer: For informational purposes only. Global Yuva is not a government website and is not affiliated with any ministry, state government or portal listed here. Scheme names, amounts, eligibility and deadlines change, sometimes every year or after elections; always confirm on the official website before applying. We never ask for fees, bank details, PINs or OTPs.