**Scholarships for Undergraduate Students in Assam – 2025**
Higher education can be expensive, but several scholarships are available to support undergraduate (UG) students in Assam. These scholarships help students from different backgrounds, including merit-based, need-based, and special category scholarships. If you are planning to pursue higher education in 2025, here are some scholarship opportunities you should consider:
### 1. **Ishan Uday Scholarship for North Eastern Region**
**Offered by:** University Grants Commission (UGC)
**Eligibility:**
- Must be a domicile of Assam or any other North-Eastern state.
- Must have passed Class 12 from a recognized board.
- Family income should be less than ₹4.5 lakh per annum.
**Benefits:**
- ₹5,400 per month for general degree courses.
- ₹7,800 per month for technical and professional courses.
**Application Deadline:** Usually opens in October and closes in November.
**How to Apply:** Apply through the National Scholarship Portal (NSP) - [scholarships.gov.in](https://scholarships.gov.in)
### 2. **Assam Government Merit Scholarship**
**Offered by:** Government of Assam
**Eligibility:**
- Students must have secured at least 75% marks in Class 12.
- Must be a resident of Assam.
**Benefits:**
- Financial assistance ranging from ₹5,000 to ₹10,000 per year.
**Application Deadline:** Varies each year, usually announced in June.
**How to Apply:** Apply through the official website of the Assam Higher Education Department.
### 3. **Post-Matric Scholarship for SC/ST/OBC Students**
**Offered by:** Government of India & Government of Assam
**Eligibility:**
- Must belong to SC/ST/OBC categories.
- Annual family income should not exceed ₹2.5 lakh (SC/ST) or ₹1.5 lakh (OBC).
**Benefits:**
- Full tuition fee coverage.
- Maintenance allowance ranging from ₹230 to ₹1,200 per month.
**Application Deadline:** Usually open from August to November.
**How to Apply:** Apply through the National Scholarship Portal (NSP).
### 4. **Prime Minister’s Scholarship Scheme for Central Armed Police Forces (PMSS-CAPF)**
**Offered by:** Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India
**Eligibility:**
- Wards of Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF) & Assam Rifles personnel.
- Must have secured at least 60% marks in Class 12.
**Benefits:**
- ₹3,000 per month for girls.
- ₹2,500 per month for boys.
**Application Deadline:** Usually between August and December.
**How to Apply:** Apply through the NSP portal.
### 5. **Swami Vivekananda Merit Cum Means Scholarship**
**Offered by:** Government of West Bengal (available for students from Assam studying in West Bengal)
**Eligibility:**
- Minimum 75% marks in Class 12.
- Annual family income should be below ₹2.5 lakh.
**Benefits:**
- ₹8,000 per month for professional courses.
- ₹5,000 per month for general degree courses.
**Application Deadline:** Open from July to September.
**How to Apply:** Apply through the official website of the West Bengal Government.
### 6. **ONGC Scholarship for Economically Weaker Students**
**Offered by:** Oil and Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC)
**Eligibility:**
- Must belong to SC/ST/OBC or economically weaker sections.
- Must have secured at least 60% marks in Class 12.
**Benefits:**
- ₹48,000 per year for professional and general courses.
**Application Deadline:** Usually in September.
**How to Apply:** Apply through ONGC's official website.
### **Final Thoughts**
There are several scholarships available for undergraduate students in Assam in 2025. Whether you are a meritorious student, belong to an economically weaker section, or fall under a reserved category, these scholarships can help reduce the financial burden of higher education. Keep an eye on the application deadlines and apply through the official portals to maximize your chances.
For more details and updates, visit [scholarships.gov.in](https://scholarships.gov.in) or the respective scholarship providers' websites.