Divyangjan Scholarship — ₹500–20,000/Year for Disabled

What are Divyangjan Scholarships?

The Government of India offers multiple scholarships for students with disabilities (Divyangjan) through the Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities and NHFDC (National Handicapped Finance and Development Corporation). These cover students from Class 1 to PhD level.

Key scholarship programmes for disabled students:

1. Pre-Matric Scholarship for Disabled Students (Class 1-10)

Eligibility

• Disability: 40% or more
• Class 1 to 10 in government/aided school
• Annual family income: below ₹2.5 lakh

Amount (per month, for 10 months)

Plus: Book allowance ₹1,000–₹1,500/year + reader allowance for visually impaired

2. Post-Matric Scholarship for Disabled Students (Class 11 to PhD)

Eligibility

• Disability: 40% or more
• Class 11 and above including professional courses and PhD
• Annual family income: below ₹2.5 lakh

Amount (per month)

Plus: Book allowance, reader allowance (VI students), escort allowance (wheelchair users), tuition fee reimbursement.

3. Top Class Education Scholarship for SC/ST + Disabled

For SC/ST students with disability at premier institutions (IITs, NITs, AIIMS, NLUs, IIMs):

• Full tuition fee + ₹2,000/month maintenance
• Applied via scholarships.gov.in under "Top Class Education Scheme"

4. NHFDC Scholarship for Disabled Students

NHFDC provides scholarships specifically for:

• Students pursuing ITI, polytechnic diploma, graduation, PG courses
• Amount: ₹10,000/year (varies by course level)
• Apply at nhfdc.nic.in

How to Apply (All Central Disability Scholarships)

1. Go to scholarships.gov.in
2. Click "New Registration" (first time) or log in
3. Select the relevant scholarship scheme under "Ministry of Social Justice" or "Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities"
4. Fill in:
   • Student details, disability details
   • Income details
   • Institution and course details
5. Upload documents (see below)
6. Submit before the deadline (typically October–November)

Renewal

Login annually to NSP → submit current year marksheet + school/college enrollment → renew scholarship.

Documents Required

1. Aadhaar card (student)
2. Disability certificate — 40%+ disability, from government hospital/CMO
3. UDID card (Unique Disability ID — if available, use this instead of paper certificate)
4. Income certificate — below ₹2.5 lakh/year
5. Previous year marksheet
6. Bonafide certificate from institution
7. Bank account in student's name — Aadhaar-linked for DBT
8. Passport-size photograph

Additional Allowances for Specific Disabilities

Frequently Asked Questions

I have 35% disability. Am I eligible?

No — the minimum disability threshold is 40% for all government disability scholarships. For a borderline case, request a re-evaluation at your government district hospital.

Can I get NHFDC scholarship and NSP disability scholarship simultaneously?

Generally no — you should not receive two central scholarships for the same purpose. However, NHFDC scholarship is for different loan-linked programs, so check the specific conditions with NHFDC.

What is UDID card and how does it help?

UDID (Unique Disability ID) is a digital disability identity card from swavlambancard.gov.in. Having a UDID card simplifies applying for scholarships and other disability benefits — it stores all disability details digitally. Get it once and use everywhere.

My disability is congenital (from birth). Do I need special documentation?

All disabilities — whether from birth or later in life — are treated the same. Your government disability certificate (with % disability) is sufficient.

Official Links

• Apply: scholarships.gov.in
• NHFDC: nhfdc.nic.in
• Department of Empowerment of PwD: disabilityaffairs.gov.in
• UDID card: swavlambancard.gov.in
• NSP helpdesk: 0120-6619540