ICAR NTS Scholarship 2026-27: UG and PG Eligibility, Amount, Last Date and NSP Process
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ICAR NTS Scholarship 2026-27: UG and PG Eligibility, Amount, Last Date and NSP Process
The ICAR National Talent Scholarship 2026-27, commonly known as the ICAR NTS Scholarship, provides financial assistance to eligible undergraduate and postgraduate students studying agriculture and allied sciences.
The scholarship is administered by the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) under the Department of Agricultural Research and Education. It is primarily intended for students who secure admission under the ICAR All India Quota in an Agricultural University located outside their domicile state.
Eligible undergraduate students can receive ₹3,000 per month, while eligible postgraduate students can receive ₹5,000 per month. However, admission through the prescribed ICAR process, the non-domicile condition and satisfactory academic performance are important requirements.
This article explains the ICAR NTS-UG and NTS-PG eligibility criteria, scholarship amounts, important dates, documents, NSP procedure and official links for the 2026-27 academic year.
ICAR NTS Scholarship 2026-27: Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Scholarship name | ICAR National Talent Scholarship |
| Short name | ICAR NTS Scholarship |
| Academic year | 2026-27 |
| Scholarship categories | NTS-UG and NTS-PG |
| Implementing authority | Indian Council of Agricultural Research |
| Ministry/department | Department of Agricultural Research and Education |
| NTS-UG amount | ₹3,000 per month |
| NTS-PG amount | ₹5,000 per month |
| Application platform | National Scholarship Portal |
| Scheme opening date | June 1, 2026 |
| Student application deadline | October 31, 2026 |
| Institute verification deadline | November 15, 2026 |
| Type of scholarship | Merit-based scholarship |
| Official NSP website | scholarships.gov.in |
What Is the ICAR National Talent Scholarship?
The ICAR National Talent Scholarship encourages talented students to pursue undergraduate and postgraduate degree programmes in agriculture and allied sciences.
The scholarship is linked to admission through the ICAR All India Quota. Students generally become eligible when they obtain an eligible ICAR quota seat in an Agricultural University situated outside their domicile state.
Therefore, this is not a general scholarship available to every student enrolled in an agriculture college. The method of admission, type of seat, university and domicile state are all important.
There are two main categories:
- ICAR National Talent Scholarship for Undergraduate Students — NTS-UG
- ICAR National Talent Scholarship for Postgraduate Students — NTS-PG
ICAR NTS-UG Scholarship 2026-27
The ICAR NTS-UG Scholarship is for students pursuing an eligible undergraduate programme in agriculture or an allied subject.
According to the official NSP FAQ, the student must have secured admission through CUET (ICAR-UG) under an ICAR All India Quota seat. The allotted Agricultural University must be located outside the student’s domicile state.
NTS-UG scholarship amount
Eligible undergraduate students receive:
₹3,000 per month for the duration of the undergraduate degree programme, subject to continued eligibility and the minimum required academic performance.
NTS-UG eligibility conditions
An applicant should generally:
- Be admitted to an eligible undergraduate programme in agriculture or an allied science.
- Have secured admission through CUET (ICAR-UG).
- Be admitted under an ICAR All India Quota seat.
- Join an Agricultural University under the ICAR-AU system.
- Study in a university located outside the applicant’s domicile state.
- Pursue the course on a full-time basis.
- Maintain satisfactory attendance, conduct and academic performance.
- Not change the initially allotted university or subject contrary to ICAR rules.
- Comply with the conditions mentioned in the award letter.
Students admitted through a State Agricultural University’s independent entrance examination or regular state quota are not normally eligible for NTS-UG.
ICAR NTS-PG Scholarship 2026-27
The ICAR NTS-PG Scholarship supports eligible students pursuing master’s degree programmes in agriculture and allied disciplines.
Applicants must secure admission through the prescribed ICAR AIEEA-PG and ICAR counselling process under an eligible All India Quota seat. The Agricultural University must be located outside the candidate’s domicile state.
NTS-PG scholarship amount
Eligible postgraduate students receive:
₹5,000 per month for the duration of the postgraduate degree programme, subject to academic performance and other ICAR conditions.
NTS-PG eligibility conditions
A student should generally:
- Be admitted to an eligible master’s degree programme.
- Have secured admission through the ICAR All India Entrance Examination for postgraduate admission.
- Join through an ICAR All India Quota seat.
- Study in an Agricultural University situated outside the domicile state.
- Pursue the programme on a full-time basis.
- Maintain the prescribed OGPA or CGPA.
- Follow the university’s attendance and conduct requirements.
- Not change the allotted subject or university without approval.
- Satisfy the terms communicated during ICAR counselling.
The ICAR AIEEA-PG Information Bulletin states that NTS-PG conditions are communicated during counselling and that the award is processed after completion of online counselling.
NTS-PG and ICAR-PG Scholarship Are Different
Students should not confuse the ICAR NTS-PG Scholarship with the ICAR Post Graduate Scholarship.
| Feature | ICAR NTS-PG | ICAR-PG Scholarship |
|---|---|---|
| Monthly amount | ₹5,000 | ₹12,640 |
| Additional contingency grant | Not normally provided | ₹6,000 per year |
| Main purpose | Support eligible non-domicile PG students | Reward highly meritorious PG candidates |
| Award stage | After ICAR counselling and verification | Based on merit and counselling |
| Duration | Duration prescribed for the eligible PG programme | Normally two years |
The official 2026 PG bulletin provides ₹12,640 per month and a ₹6,000 annual contingency grant for ICAR-PG Scholarship recipients. This higher-value award should not be presented as the regular NTS-PG amount.
Minimum Academic Performance Required
Continuation of NTS-UG or NTS-PG is subject to academic performance, conduct and attendance.
According to the official NSP FAQs, the prescribed performance is generally:
- Minimum 7.00 OGPA/CGPA out of 10 for most students.
- Minimum 6.50 OGPA/CGPA out of 10 for SC and ST students.
- The student should clear the required papers and examinations.
- The student must maintain good conduct and regular attendance.
Failure to maintain the required performance may result in discontinuation of the scholarship.
Is a Separate ICAR NTS Application Required?
The official ICAR NTS FAQs state that students admitted through the applicable ICAR All India Quota route and satisfying the non-domicile condition become automatically eligible for consideration.
However, eligible students may still be required to:
- Obtain or download the ICAR scholarship award letter.
- Complete One-Time Registration on the National Scholarship Portal.
- Enter or verify their scholarship and admission details on NSP.
- Upload the award letter when requested.
- Submit the application or renewal information within the NSP deadline.
- Complete institute-level verification.
Students should follow the instructions issued by ICAR and their admitting university. Admission alone should not be treated as confirmation that all NSP formalities have been completed.
ICAR NTS Scholarship Important Dates 2026-27
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| NSP scheme opening date | June 1, 2026 |
| Last date for student application | October 31, 2026 |
| Last date for defective application verification | November 15, 2026 |
| Institute verification deadline | November 15, 2026 |
| DNO/SNO/MNO verification deadline | November 30, 2026 |
These are the scholarship-processing dates displayed on NSP. ICAR entrance examination, counselling, admission and university reporting dates are separate.
Applicants should submit or verify their details well before the last date to avoid technical problems.
Documents to Keep Ready
The exact documents can vary according to the NSP application, ICAR award letter and university instructions. Students should generally keep the following documents ready:
- Aadhaar card
- NSP One-Time Registration number
- ICAR counselling allotment letter
- ICAR NTS award letter
- University admission or joining letter
- Domicile certificate
- Recent passport-size photograph
- Previous qualifying examination marksheets
- Current course bonafide certificate
- College or university identity card
- Student’s bank account details
- Copy of the bank passbook
- Admission fee receipt
- Category certificate, where applicable
- Disability certificate, where applicable
- Previous semester marksheet for renewal applications
- Declaration regarding other scholarships, if requested
The official NTS FAQs specifically state that the award letter issued by ICAR may be required for uploading on NSP.
How to Complete the ICAR NTS Process on NSP
Eligible students who are instructed to complete NSP formalities can follow these steps:
- Visit the National Scholarship Portal.
- Select the student registration or login option.
- Complete NSP One-Time Registration using the required Aadhaar and mobile details.
- Log in with the generated OTR credentials.
- Select the 2026-27 academic year.
- Find ICAR National Talent Scholarship (NTS-UG) or ICAR National Talent Scholarship (NTS-PG).
- Enter the admission, institution, domicile and bank details carefully.
- Upload the ICAR award letter and any other requested documents.
- Review the information before final submission.
- Download or save the submitted application acknowledgement.
- Contact the university scholarship section for institute verification.
- Regularly check the NSP application status.
Students should never share their NSP password, OTP or bank credentials with unknown persons.
Common Reasons for Rejection or Payment Delay
An ICAR NTS application or payment may be delayed due to:
- Admission through an ineligible state quota or independent entrance route.
- Studying in the same state as the student’s domicile.
- Incorrect domicile information.
- Failure to upload the ICAR award letter.
- Mismatch between Aadhaar, admission and bank records.
- Incorrect institution selection on NSP.
- Failure to complete institute verification.
- Inactive or incorrectly entered bank account.
- Failure to maintain the minimum OGPA or CGPA.
- Changing the allotted university or subject.
- Receiving another scholarship contrary to the scheme conditions.
- Submitting the NSP information after the deadline.
Students should contact their university’s scholarship or registrar section immediately if the application remains pending for institute verification.
Important Official Links
| Purpose | Official link |
|---|---|
| National Scholarship Portal | Visit NSP |
| View all NSP scholarship schemes | Check scheme status |
| NSP One-Time Registration | Complete OTR |
| NSP student application | Open application page |
| Scholarship eligibility checker | Check eligibility |
| Search registered institutes | Institute search |
| ICAR official website | Visit ICAR |
| ICAR HRD scholarship guidelines | View ICAR guidelines |
| NTS-UG official FAQ | Download UG FAQ |
| NTS-PG official FAQ | Download PG FAQ |
| NTA ICAR PG portal | Visit ICAR examination portal |
| NSP helpdesk | Open helpdesk |
Other Scholarship Updates for Students
Students looking for additional financial assistance can read our complete Scholarships 2026-27 guide.
School students can also check the NSP Pre-Matric Scholarship 2026-27 details.
For another education-support opportunity, read the LIC Golden Jubilee Scholarship 2026 application guide.
Students from Telangana may also check the Telangana NMMS Scholarship 2026-27 notification.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the amount of the ICAR NTS-UG Scholarship?
Eligible undergraduate students receive ₹3,000 per month, subject to the prescribed academic performance and other conditions.
What is the ICAR NTS-PG amount?
Eligible postgraduate students receive ₹5,000 per month, subject to ICAR rules and satisfactory academic performance.
What is the last date for ICAR NTS Scholarship 2026-27?
The National Scholarship Portal currently shows October 31, 2026, as the student application deadline for both NTS-UG and NTS-PG.
Can students studying in their domicile state receive NTS?
No. The non-domicile condition is a central eligibility requirement. The Agricultural University must be located outside the student’s domicile state.
Are students admitted through a state entrance examination eligible?
No. The official FAQs specify admission through the applicable ICAR All India Quota process. Admission only through a state entrance examination or state quota does not normally qualify.
Is a separate entrance examination conducted for NTS-UG?
NTS-UG is connected to admission through CUET (ICAR-UG) under ICAR All India Quota seats. It is not a separate scholarship entrance examination.
Do eligible students need to submit a separate scholarship application?
The official FAQs say eligible ICAR AIQ-admitted students are automatically considered. Nevertheless, students may have to complete NSP registration, upload the ICAR award letter and finish institute verification as instructed.
Can a student receive ICAR NTS and another scholarship together?
ICAR’s scholarship conditions generally prohibit receiving another scholarship simultaneously. Students should disclose any existing scholarship and obtain written clarification from their university before accepting both benefits.
How is the scholarship paid?
After successful verification and sanction, the scholarship is transferred through the prescribed Direct Benefit Transfer process. Students should maintain an active bank account with correct Aadhaar and NSP details.
Conclusion
The ICAR NTS Scholarship 2026-27 is valuable financial assistance for students pursuing agriculture and allied-science programmes through the ICAR All India Quota outside their domicile state.
Eligible UG students can receive ₹3,000 per month, while eligible PG students can receive ₹5,000 per month. Students should carefully check their admission category, domicile condition, award letter, academic performance and NSP verification status.
Applicants are advised to rely only on the National Scholarship Portal, ICAR, NTA and their Agricultural University for final instructions. Scholarship amounts, rules and dates can be revised by the competent authority.
Disclaimer: This article is provided for educational and informational purposes. It is not an official scholarship notification. Applicants must verify the latest information on the official ICAR and National Scholarship Portal websites before submitting their details.
