BEd Scholarship 2026: Comprehensive Guide for National & North-Eastern Regional Scholarships

A detailed overview of BEd Scholarship 2026 schemes, covering eligibility criteria, stipend allocations etc of all 8 North-Eastern states. Read here for all the details and apply now.

Debanjan ChamlagainOctober 3, 2026

BEd Scholarship 2026:The government and state bodies have invited applications for the BEd Scholarships 2026 to support candidates pursuing professional teacher education across India. The scheme is designed to provide financial backing to candidates undergoing rigorous teacher training programs. Eligible students applying under the BEd Scholarship 2026 are encouraged to complete their registrations early to secure active funding.

The objective of the BEd Scholarship 2026 is to extend crucial financial assistance to prospective educators so that they can manage educational overheads and professional development costs without financial strain. The scheme covers national-level financial assistance as well as specialised regional BEd Scholarships across the 8 North-Eastern states, assisting eligible candidates with tuition fees, learning materials, and living expenses throughout their course duration.

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List of BEd Scholarships

Scheme Name	Category / Scope	About	Financial Benefits
Post-Matric Scholarship for Students with Disabilities	Central (Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment)	Centrally sponsored scheme for students with benchmark disabilities pursuing post-secondary/professional courses including B.Ed at recognised institutions.	Full tuition fee reimbursement + monthly maintenance allowance up to ₹1,200/month (hostellers) or ₹550/month (day scholars), plus additional disability allowances.
Post-Matric Scholarship for SC/ST Students	Central (Ministry of Social Justice / Tribal Affairs)	Centrally sponsored financial assistance for SC and ST candidates pursuing post-secondary education, including professional teacher-training degrees like B.Ed, at recognized colleges/universities.	Full non-refundable compulsory fees + maintenance grant up to ₹13,500 per annum (varies by course category and hosteller/day-scholar status).
Post-Matric Scholarship for Minorities	Central (Ministry of Minority Affairs)	Financial assistance for students belonging to notified minority communities (Muslims, Christians, Sikhs, Buddhists, Jains, Parsis) with family income less than ₹2.0 Lakh per annum.	Course/tuition fee reimbursement + maintenance grant ranging from ₹3,000 to ₹6,000 per annum.
Sikkim Post-Matric / Welfare Based B.Ed Scholarship	State Welfare Scheme (Sikkim)	Offered via the Social Welfare / Education Department of Sikkim for local domicile SC, ST, OBC, EBC, and DNT students pursuing B.Ed and higher education programs.	Course fee coverage + monthly maintenance allowance ranging between ₹1,600 – ₹2,000/month.
Assam Post-Matric Scholarship Scheme	State Welfare Scheme (Assam)	Managed by the Social Welfare / Higher Education Department, Assam, providing financial aid for SC, ST, and OBC students pursuing regular B.Ed and professional courses.	Annual lump-sum grant / monthly stipend covering compulsory fee requirements and maintenance allowances.
Meghalaya Post-Matric Scholarships / Grant	State Welfare Scheme (Meghalaya)	State-sponsored grant for permanent residents of Meghalaya belonging to ST/SC communities enrolled in NCTE-recognized professional B.Ed programs.	Compulsory tuition fee coverage + annual maintenance allowance as per state norms.
Nagaland State Merit & Post-Matric Scholarship	State Welfare Scheme (Nagaland)	Financial support and professional stipend for indigenous ST candidates of Nagaland enrolled in post-matric professional and degree courses including B.Ed.	Annual stipend and grant ranging between ₹12,000 – ₹18,000 per annum.
Arunachal Pradesh State Stipend Scheme	State Welfare Scheme (Arunachal Pradesh)	State umbrella scheme offering financial stipend and post-matric support to indigenous tribal students of Arunachal Pradesh pursuing professional courses.	Full tuition fee reimbursement support + separate hosteller and day-scholar maintenance allowances.
Manipur Post-Matric Scholarship Scheme	State Welfare Scheme (Manipur)	Administered by the State Government of Manipur for SC, ST, and OBC students pursuing post-matriculation professional degrees including teacher training.	Course fee reimbursement + monthly maintenance allowance based on student category.
Mizoram Post-Matric Scholarship Scheme	State Welfare Scheme (Mizoram)	Financial assistance for local domiciles of Mizoram pursuing professional degrees in government or recognised private NCTE institutions.	Statutory course fee coverage + annual stipend allowance.
Tripura Post-Matric Scholarship Scheme	State Welfare Scheme (Tripura)	Managed by the Education / Tribal Welfare Departments of Tripura for SC, ST, OBC, and EBC students enrolled in post-graduate and professional teacher education courses.	Tuition fee compensation + annual book grant and maintenance allowance.
Tata Trusts Means Grant Programme	Private Grant (Tata Trusts)	Partial financial assistance offered on a fee-reimbursement basis for students facing acute financial hardship while pursuing recognised undergraduate/postgraduate professional degree studies.	Partial tuition fee support (variable, evaluated case-by-case based on financial need).
LIC Golden Jubilee Scholarship Scheme	Private / Institutional (LIC)	The maximum annual family income limit has been raised to ₹4.50 Lakhs. However, the foundation still gives processing preference to students whose family income falls below ₹2.5 Lakhs.	₹20,000 per annum (disbursed in three instalments) plus specialized grants for girl students.

Important Documents

Before applying for any central or state BEd Scholarship 2026 scheme, ensure you have clear scanned copies (PDF/JPEG format, size strictly under 200 KB) of the following common documents:

Aadhaar Card / Aadhaar Enrolment Slip(linked with an active bank account and mobile number).
Permanent Resident Certificate (PRC) / Certificate of Identification (COI) issued by a competent state revenue authority.
Qualifying Examination Marksheets (Graduation degree / Post-Graduation marksheets showing minimum eligible marks).
Valid Family Income Certificateissued by an officer not below the rank of Tehsildar / Revenue Officer.
Caste / Category Certificate(SC/ST/OBC/EWS) issued by designated government authorities (if applicable).
Disability Certificate issued by a Civil Surgeon or District Medical Board ( 40% benchmark disability, if applying under SwD quotas).
Current BEd Admission Proof & Fee Receipt from an NCTE-recognized institution with an active AISHE code.
Bonafide Student Certificate issued by the Principal or Head of the BEd Department.
Active Bank Account Passbook Copy / Cancelled Cheque displaying the applicant’s name, account number, and IFSC code.
Recent Passport-size Photograph.

Steps to Apply (Common Method for All Scholarships)

Visit the National Scholarship Portal (NSP) or the respective state scholarship portal to register your mobile number and Aadhaar details to generate a unique One-Time Registration (OTR) number.
Log in to your portal dashboard, enter your active BEd admission registration/roll number, select your NCTE-approved institution, and enter family income metrics.
Upload clear PDF/JPEG copies (under 200 KB) of your Permanent Resident Certificate (PRC), graduation mark sheet, income certificate, caste certificate (if applicable), and fee receipt.
Submit the online application before the cutoff date, then download the printed form and hand it to your BEd college Nodal Officer for electronic institutional verification.

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Application Fee

No government portal or official state scheme charges an application fee for submitting a BEd Scholarship 2026 application.

Important dates

Scheme Name	Last Date to Apply
Post-Matric Scholarship for Students with Disabilities	31-10-2026
Post-Matric Scholarship for SC Students	31-10-2026
Post-Matric Scholarship for ST Students	31-10-2026
Post-Matric Scholarship for Minorities	31-10-2026
Sikkim BEd Scholarship / Post Matric Scholarship Scheme For ST Students – Sikkim	31-10-2026
Sikkim BEd Scholarship / PM YASASVI Post Matric Scholarship For OBC, EBC And DNT Students – Sikkim	31-10-2026
Sikkim BEd Scholarship / Centrally Sponsored Post Matric Scholarship For SC Students – Sikkim	31-10-2026
Assam BEd Scholarship / Post Matric Scholarship For SC Students – Assam	15-10-2026
Assam BEd Scholarship / Post Matric Scholarship To ST Students – Assam	06-10-2026
Nagaland BEd Scholarship / Nagaland State Merit Scholarship	Not Yet Opened
Nagaland BEd Scholarship / Nagaland Post Matric Scholarship	Closed (30-09-2026)
Meghalaya BEd Scholarship / Meghalaya Post Matric Scholarship	30-11-2026
Arunachal Pradesh BEd Scholarship / Arunachal Pradesh State Stipend Scheme	16-10-2026
Arunachal Pradesh BEd Scholarship / Arunachal Pradesh Post Matric Scheme	16-10-2026
Manipur BEd Scholarship / Manipur Post Matric Scheme (OBC)	31-10-2026
Manipur BEd Scholarship / Manipur Post Matric Scheme (ST)	30-10-2026
Manipur BEd Scholarship / Manipur Post Matric Scheme (SC)	31-10-2026
Mizoram BEd Scholarship / Mizoram Post-Matric Scheme (SC)	17-10-2026
Tripura BEd Scholarship / Dr Ambedkar Post Matric Scholarship For Economically Backward Classes (EBC) – Tripura	Not Yet Opened
Tripura BEd Scholarship / Post Matric Scholarship For OBC Students – Tripura	31-12-2026
Tripura BEd Scholarship / Post Matric Scholarship For SC Students – Tripura	10-01-2027
LIC Golden Scholarship	15-10-2026
Tata Trusts Means Grant Programme	31-03-2027

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is a regular BEd program eligible for the BEd Scholarship 2026 under NSP?

Yes, regular two-year BEd degree programs are eligible, provided the institute is recognised by NCTE and linked with an active AISHE code on the NSP portal.

Can I apply for Merit-cum-Means (MCM) Scholarship for Minorities while pursuing BEd?

No, regular BEd is classified under General Professional Higher Education. Minority BEd students must apply under the Post-Matric Scholarship for Minorities on NSP rather than MCM.

What is the minimum percentage required in graduation to qualify for BEd Scholarship 2026 via NEC?

For the NEC Merit scheme, candidates generally require a minimum of 60% aggregate marks in their qualifying degree examination.

Are distance learning or correspondence BEd courses eligible for state Scholarships?

Generally, distance and correspondence courses are excluded from government BEd Scholarship 2026 schemes. Only regular, full-time programs qualify.

Can I receive both a state-specific scheme and the NEC Merit Scholarship simultaneously?

No. Students are strictly restricted to receiving assistance from only one government scholarship scheme at a time.

What is the annual income cap for SC/ST BEd Scholarship applicants?

The family income ceiling for SC/ST Post-Matric schemes is generally capped at ₹2.5 Lakh per annum.

Is an Aadhaar-linked bank account compulsory for BEd Scholarship 2026 disbursal?

Yes, all central and state portals process Scholarship disbursals via Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) directly into Aadhaar-seeded bank accounts.

Do in-service teachers on state deputation qualify for student BEd Scholarship?

No, in-service teachers drawing a sabbatical or study leave salary are ineligible for general student scholarship schemes.

What documents are required to claim the North-Eastern BEd Scholarship 2026?

Essential documents include a valid PRC/COI, graduation mark sheets, family income certificate, NCTE college fee receipt, and an Aadhaar card.

How can I correct mistakes after submitting my online Scholarship form?

If an error occurs, request your institution’s Nodal Officer to mark the application as “Defective” on the portal. This will reopen the form for edits before the final verification deadline.

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