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Innovation In Science Pursuit For Inspired Research (INSPIRE) - Scholarship For Higher Education (SHE)

Ministry Of Science And Technology

INSPIRE Scholarship for Higher Education (SHE) is a national scholarship programme run by the Ministry of Science and Technology. It aims to encourage talented students to pursue undergraduate and postgraduate studies in basic and natural sciences. The scheme provides financial support to deserving students who wish to build careers in scientific research and development.

What You Get

  • Monthly or annual scholarship to support higher education expenses
  • Financial assistance for students pursuing science degrees
  • Encouragement to pursue research as a career
  • Support for both undergraduate and postgraduate level studies

Who Can Apply

  • Age: 0–100 years
  • Student must have studied science subjects at school level
  • Must be pursuing or planning to pursue undergraduate or postgraduate degrees in basic or natural sciences
  • Academic merit and performance considered
  • Indian citizen
  • Age and income criteria may apply as per government guidelines

Documents Needed

0/6 collected

  1. 1. Aadhaar Card
  2. 2. Educational Qualification Certificates
  3. 3. Bank Account Details
  4. 4. Income Certificate
  5. 5. School/College Admission Letter
  6. 6. Merit Certificate

How to Apply

  1. 1Check your eligibility criteria above
  2. 2Gather all required documents listed below
  3. 3Visit the official portal (linked below)
  4. 4Fill the application form online / offline
  5. 5Submit the form and note your application reference number
  6. 6Track status on the official portal or visit nearest CSC
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Quick Facts

Scheme Level
Central Government
Ministry
Ministry Of Science And Technology
Category
Education
Target Gender
All genders
Age Group
0–100 years
Application
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Last Updated
25 Apr 2026

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