The ONGC Foundation has announced ONGC Scholarships 2026 (2026-27 scheme) for meritorious students from SC/ST, OBC and economically weaker General category backgrounds. The scholarships are meant for first-year students of Engineering, MBBS, MBA and Master’s in Geology/ Geophysics.
Under ONGC Scholarships 2026, a total of 2,000 students will receive Rs. 48,000 each on an annual basis to complete their education. The scheme aims to provide financial support to meritorious students belonging to the marginalized sections of society.
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ONGC Scholarships 2026: Total Vacancies
The overall vacancies is 2000 and category-wise distribution of ONGC Scholarships 2026 is given in the table below.
Stream-wise and Category-wise Scholarships
The stream-wise distribution of scholarships under each category is as follows.
| Stream | SC/ST | OBC | General |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engineering | 500 | 300 | 300 |
| MBBS | 90 | 50 | 50 |
| MBA | 140 | 50 | 50 |
| Master’s in Geology/ Geophysics | 270 | 100 | 100 |
| Total | 1000 | 500 | 500 |
In all the categories, 50% of the scholarships are reserved for girl students.
Zone-wise Distribution
The scholarships are also distributed equally across five zones.
| Zone | SC/ST | OBC | General |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zone 1 (North) | 200 | 100 | 100 |
| Zone 2 (West) | 200 | 100 | 100 |
| Zone 3 (North East) | 200 | 100 | 100 |
| Zone 4 (East) | 200 | 100 | 100 |
| Zone 5 (South) | 200 | 100 | 100 |
| Total | 1000 | 500 | 500 |
The states covered under each zone are as follows.
- Zone 1 (North): J&K, Delhi, Punjab, Himachal Pradesh, Haryana, Chandigarh, Uttarakhand, Uttar Pradesh
- Zone 2 (West): Maharashtra, Gujarat, Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Goa, Daman & Diu, Dadar & Nagar Havel
- Zone 3 (North East): Assam, Sikkim, Mizoram, Arunachal Pradesh, Nagaland, Manipur, Meghalaya, Tripura
- Zone 4 (East): Bihar, Jharkhand, Odisha, Chhattisgarh, West Bengal
- Zone 5 (South): Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Puducherry, Lakshdweep, Andaman & Nicobar Islands
The zone where a student can apply depends on the location of the university/ institute/ college in which the student was studying for the qualifying examination. If fewer applications are received from any zone, the left over scholarships will be distributed.
Scholarship Amount and Payment
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Scholarship amount | Rs. 4,000 per month (Rs. 48,000 per annum) |
| Mode of payment | Directly into the bank account through ECS |
| Payment schedule | Yearly, after completion of the academic year |
Eligibility Criteria
Students must meet the following criteria to apply for ONGC Scholarships 2026.
Nationality
- Candidates must be Indian citizens.
Academic Qualification
- Candidates must be students of the 1st year of Graduate Engineering or MBBS courses, or the 1st year of a Master’s degree in Geology/ Geophysics or MBA.
- The scholarship is admissible only for full-time regular courses approved by AICTE/ MCI/ UGC/ Association of Indian Universities/ State Education Boards/ State Government/ Central Government.
- Engineering and MBBS students must have secured at least 60% marks in Class 12.
- Students of MBA and Master’s in Geology/ Geophysics must have secured at least 60% marks in graduation.
- The minimum OGPA/CGPA should be 6.0 on a 10-point grading scale.
Gross Annual Family Income
- SC/ST category: Less than Rs. 4.5 lakh per annum from all sources.
- OBC and General category: Less than Rs. 2 lakh per annum from all sources.
Age Limit
- SC/ST and OBC category: Not more than 30 years of age as on 1st August 2026.
- General category: Not more than 30 years of age. The General category scheme page mentions 1st August 2025 as the cut-off date.
Important Terms and Conditions
- Students must maintain a minimum of 60% marks or 6 grade points out of 10 in each year’s semester examination to continue the scholarship.
- The selected candidate must not be availing any other scholarship or financial assistance from any other source.
- Students belonging to other categories must apply in their respective schemes and not under the scheme of their category-mismatch.
- A student is eligible for ONGC Scholarships only for one course of study once in a lifetime.
- Students pursuing integrated courses are not eligible.
- There is no provision for transfer of the scholarship if the student changes the institution or course.
- Students must provide active bank account details, which should not be likely to change later, along with an active mobile number and e-mail id. The account must not be a minor, current or joint account.
- If a student opts for a different scholarship after the ONGC award, the entire scholarship amount received from the ONGC Foundation must be refunded.
- The scholarship does not confer any right of employment with the ONGC group of companies or its joint ventures.
- The decision of the ONGC Foundation regarding selection is final, and no correspondence on the selection process will be entertained.
- Submission of false or malafide information will disqualify the candidate and bar the student from applying in future.
Selection Process
- Selection of candidates under ONGC Scholarships 2026 will be made on the basis of aggregate marks obtained in the qualifying examination prescribed for each eligible course of study.
- If students have equal marks, the student with the lower family income will be selected.
- Preference will be given to students from below poverty line (BPL) families.
- Other students will be considered only if a sufficient number of BPL students fulfilling the eligibility criteria is not available.
Documents Required
- Certified copy of Caste Certificate in Hindi/ English (SC/ST and OBC candidates only; vernacular may be provided in an extreme case)
- Copy of Birth Certificate/ Class 10 mark sheet as proof of age
- Copy of Class 12 mark sheet (Engineering/ MBBS students)
- Copy of consolidated Graduation mark sheet (MBA/ Master’s in Geology/ Geophysics students)
- Certified copy of annual income certificate of the family in Hindi/ English (vernacular may be provided in an extreme case)
- Bank details of the applicant in the ECS form attested by the bank
- Copy of FAN card or the tentative date of submission of the FAN card copy, in case it is not available
- Copy of College/ Institution ID
- Copy of College/ Institution admission receipt
- Copy of undertaking
Steps to Apply
- Visit the application portal by clicking on the link given below in the “Important Links” section.
- Register on the National Scholarship Portal (NSP) and obtain the One-Time Registration (OTR) number, which is a mandatory prerequisite for ONGC Scholarships 2026.
- New users on the ONGC portal must click on “First Time Registrant”, fill in details matching their NSP profile and click “Register for Passkey”. The passkey will be sent to the registered e-mail/ mobile.
- Existing users can log in directly with their registered mobile number and passkey.
- Navigate to the “Apply Scholarship” tab, enter the NSP OTR number and fill in all personal and academic details accurately.
- Upload all the requested supporting documents, duly certified and attested by the Head/ Principal/ Dean of the institute/ college/ university.
- Send the hard copies of the completed form and attested documents to the designated ONGC office as specified in the application format.
Application Fee
There is no application fee to apply under ONGC Scholarships 2026.
Important Links
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
How many scholarships are available under ONGC Scholarships 2026?
A total of 2,000 scholarships are available. Of these, 1,000 are for SC/ST students, 500 for OBC students and 500 for economically weaker General category students.
How much money will students get under ONGC Scholarships 2026?
Each selected student will receive Rs. 48,000 per annum, which is Rs. 4,000 per month. The amount is paid yearly after the completion of the academic year, directly into the student’s bank account.
Who can apply for ONGC Scholarships 2026?
Indian students in the 1st year of full-time regular Engineering, MBBS, MBA or Master’s in Geology/ Geophysics courses can apply. They must also meet the marks, income and age conditions of their category.
What is the family income limit for ONGC Scholarships 2026?
The gross annual family income must be less than Rs. 4.5 lakh for SC/ST candidates. For OBC and General category candidates, it must be less than Rs. 2 lakh.
What minimum marks are required for ONGC Scholarships 2026?
Engineering and MBBS applicants need at least 60% marks in Class 12. Applicants for MBA and Master’s in Geology/ Geophysics need at least 60% marks in graduation. The minimum OGPA/CGPA should be 6.0 on a 10-point scale.
How will candidates be selected for ONGC Scholarships 2026?
Selection is based on aggregate marks in the qualifying examination. In case of a tie, the student with the lower family income is selected, and BPL students get preference.
Is registration on the National Scholarship Portal compulsory for ONGC Scholarships 2026?
Yes. All candidates must first register on the National Scholarship Portal (NSP) and obtain the OTR number. This number is needed to fill in the application on the ONGC portal.
Can the scholarship under ONGC Scholarships 2026 be renewed every year?
Once awarded, the scholarship continues every year until the course is completed. This depends on the student’s promotion to the next year and on maintaining 60% marks or 6 grade points in each semester. Students must send an online renewal application in the prescribed format.
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