Nagaland Chief Minister Scholarship 2026 — ₹10,000/Year for Class 10 Toppers | CM Scholarship Nagaland

What is CM Scholarship Nagaland?

The Nagaland Chief Minister Scholarship scheme rewards meritorious students who are Class 10 toppers from Nagaland with ₹10,000 per year for higher secondary (Class 11–12) education. The scheme aims to retain top talent in Nagaland, reduce academic dropout rates, and encourage excellence in secondary education among students from all communities.

Under this scheme, eligible beneficiaries receive ₹10,000/year scholarship for Class 10 toppers pursuing Class 11–12 in Nagaland. The scheme was launched in 2016 and is implemented by the Government of Nagaland.

Who is Eligible for CM Scholarship Nagaland?

• ✓ Permanent resident of Nagaland (Inner Line Permit holder / tribal community member)
• ✓ Must have scored in the top ranks (merit list) in Class 10 board examination from Nagaland Board of School Education (NBSE)
• ✓ Enrolled in Class 11 or Class 12 in a government or recognized school in Nagaland
• ✓ Annual family income below ₹3 lakh
• ✓ Not receiving any other state/central scholarship simultaneously
• ✓ Aadhaar-linked bank account mandatory

Documents Required for CM Scholarship Nagaland

How to Apply for CM Scholarship Nagaland Online?

1. 1Visit scholarships.gov.in (National Scholarship Portal) or the nearest District Education Officer (DEO) office in Nagaland
2. 2Register as a new student with Aadhaar OTP verification
3. 3Select the Nagaland Chief Minister Scholarship scheme from the state scholarship list
4. 4Fill in academic details, Class 10 marks, family income, and bank account details
5. 5Upload Class 10 marksheet, Class 11/12 bonafide certificate, income certificate, domicile/tribal certificate
6. 6After school/college verification and DEO approval, ₹10,000/year is credited via DBT

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