The central government of India announces a special scholarship for students from the Northeast

The Central government of India has announced a special scholarship for students from the north-east part of India. The government will be providing 10,000 scholarships to students under which Rs.8000 will be given every month for at least 10 months. Interested students can visit the national scholarship portal to apply for the scholarship. The scholarships have been specially announced for students from the economically weaker section of the north-eastern part of the country. The money will be provided to support their education and physical well-being. Only the students who have cleared their class 12th exams from and affiliated schools in the Northeast are eligible for the scholarship. All the students who are currently pursuing their undergraduate degree from a UGC affiliated college can apply for this scholarship. Students pursuing their degree from open or distance mode cannot apply for the scholarship.