Higher education in India has received a shot in the arm as the North Eastern Council (NEC), under the Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region, rolls out its scholarship scheme. Designed to foster the pursuit of higher studies, the programme caters to students from the North-Eastern states who are enrolled in various disciplines across the nation.
This initiative will support aspirants from diploma level up to doctoral research in government-recognized institutions. For students pursuing their M.Phil and Ph.D. courses, they will be granted their scholarship allowances following their respective university registration. However, to maintain the accessibility of the scheme, only those students who hail from families with a yearly income not exceeding ₹8,00,000 are deemed eligible.
Capitalising on Opportunities: What Amount of Aid Can Be Anticipated?
The scholarship program, upheld by NEC, demonstrates their dedication to the proliferation of education, providing an annual stipend commensurate with the degree level. Scholars at the diploma level will be accorded ₹20,000 each year, while undergraduates are set to acquire ₹22,000. Those undertaking postgraduate studies are eligible for ₹25,000, with M.Phil and Ph.D. candidates entitled to the highest annual remittance of ₹30,000.A Glance at Scholarship Allocation across States
The NEC has laid down a structured allocation system for each North-Eastern state. The distribution is segmented by academic level, ranging from diploma courses to doctorates. From Arunachal Pradesh to Sikkim, the scholarship scheme is expected to impact over 1600 students, marking a significant stride in bolstering the academic milieu of the region.
Terms and Conditions of the NEC Scholarship Scheme
In NEC’s dynamic approach to aiding the region’s educational growth, they will continually review the courses and levels of study eligible for financial assistance. Furthermore, the total number of scholarships may increase or decrease based on the availability of funds and budget allocation.
Students who win the NEC Scholarship will be eligible for aid from the start of their course until its completion, ensuring that their journey of academic advancement is fully supported.
In its vision to nourish the seeds of higher education in the North-East, the NEC scholarship scheme stands as a beacon of hope for countless students. By facilitating their pursuit of knowledge, it enables them to contribute towards the socio-economic development of their region, thereby enriching India’s intellectual landscape.
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