National Fellowship for Students with Disabilities
The National Fellowship for Students with Disabilities is a central government scheme run by the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment. It provides financial support and fellowships to students with disabilities who wish to pursue higher education. The scheme aims to help disabled students complete their studies and build successful careers.
What You Get
- Monthly fellowship amount to support living and educational expenses
- Financial assistance for pursuing higher education courses
- Support to reduce financial burden on families of disabled students
- Encouragement for disabled students to pursue advanced studies
Who Can Apply
- Age: 18–60 years
- Must be a student with recognized disability
- Pursuing higher education at diploma, undergraduate, or postgraduate level
- Must be enrolled in a recognized educational institution
- Indian citizen
- Disability certificate from authorized medical authority may be required
Documents Needed
0/6 collected
- 1. Aadhaar Card
- 2. Disability Certificate
- 3. Enrollment Certificate from Institution
- 4. Bank Passbook
- 5. Income Certificate
- 6. Identity Proof
How to Apply
- 1Check your eligibility criteria above
- 2Gather all required documents listed below
- 3Visit the official portal (linked below)
- 4Fill the application form online / offline
- 5Submit the form and note your application reference number
- 6Track status on the official portal or visit nearest CSC
Quick Facts
- Scheme Level
- Central Government
- Ministry
- Ministry Of Social Justice and Empowerment
- Category
- Education
- Target Gender
- All genders
- Age Group
- 18–60 years
- Application
- Check portal
- Last Updated
- 25 Apr 2026
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