Overview
The Oil and Natural Gas Corporation Limited ONGC Merit Scholarship 2025–26 is a prestigious financial aid program designed to support meritorious students pursuing higher education in specialized fields. This scholarship offers an annual assistance of ₹48,000 to 2,000 eligible students across various categories including SC, ST, OBC, General, and EWS (Economically Weaker Sections). The scholarship is specifically aimed at first-year students enrolled in Engineering, MBBS, MBA, Geology, and Geophysics programs at recognized institutions across India.
ONGC, India’s largest crude oil and natural gas exploration company, has launched this merit-based scholarship scheme to nurture talented students and promote higher education in technical and professional fields. The initiative reflects ONGC’s commitment to corporate social responsibility and nation-building through educational support. Students from all economically disadvantaged backgrounds are encouraged to apply and benefit from this substantial financial assistance that can significantly ease their educational burden.
The scholarship application process is streamlined through the National Scholarship Portal (NSP), making it accessible and transparent for all eligible candidates. With a generous number of scholarships available and substantial annual aid, this is an excellent opportunity for meritorious students to pursue their dreams without financial constraints. Interested candidates must ensure they meet the eligibility criteria and submit their applications before the deadline.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start Date | To be announced on official website |
| Last Date to Apply | May 15, 2026 |
| Selection Results | To be announced |
| Scholarship Disbursement | As per ONGC guidelines |
Vacancy Details
| Category | Total Scholarships Available | Annual Aid |
|---|---|---|
| SC/ST/OBC/General/EWS Students | 2,000 | ₹48,000 per year |
Course Eligibility
The ONGC Merit Scholarship 2025–26 is available for students enrolled in the following programs:
- First Year Engineering Programs (all disciplines)
- MBBS (Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery)
- MBA (Master of Business Administration)
- Geology
- Geophysics
- Scheduled Caste (SC) students
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) students
- Other Backward Classes (OBC) students
- General category students
- Economically Weaker Section (EWS) students
- Submission of complete application form through the National Scholarship Portal (NSP) with all required documents
- Verification of submitted documents including academic certificates, income proof, and category certificates
- Evaluation of academic merit based on entrance examination scores or board examination performance
- Assessment of financial need and eligibility against ONGC scholarship criteria
- Final selection and merit list preparation by ONGC scholarship committee
- Publication of selected candidates list on the official NSP portal and ONGC website
- Disbursement of scholarship amount to selected students’ bank accounts
- Visit the official National Scholarship Portal website at https://scholarships.gov.in
- Create a new account using your email address and mobile number if you are a first-time user
- Login to your account using your credentials
- Search for ONGC Merit Scholarship 2025–26 in the scholarship list
- Click on the scholarship notification and read all terms and conditions carefully
- Click the Apply button to start your application
- Fill the application form with accurate personal, educational, and financial information
- Upload all required documents in PDF or JPEG format as specified in the guidelines
- Review your complete application for any errors or missing information
- Submit your application before the deadline of May 15, 2026
- Keep a copy of your application reference number for future correspondence
- Monitor your application status regularly on the NSP portal
- 10th and 12th standard mark sheets and certificates
- Entrance examination score card (JEE, NEET, or equivalent)
- College admission letter or enrollment certificate
- Income certificate issued by competent authority
- Caste certificate (for SC/ST/OBC candidates) if applicable
- EWS certificate (for EWS category candidates)
- Bank account details with IFSC code
- Valid identity proof (Aadhaar/PAN/Voter ID)
- Recent passport-sized photograph (digital format)
- Educational institution’s affiliation certificate
Eligibility Criteria
Academic Qualifications
Applicants must be enrolled as first-year students in any of the eligible courses mentioned above. Students must be pursuing full-time regular degree programs at recognized institutions approved by the respective regulatory bodies. Academic performance will be considered during the selection process, and students must maintain satisfactory academic standing in their respective institutions.
Category-wise Eligibility
The scholarship is open to students belonging to the following categories:
Income and Financial Criteria
Applicants must meet the income criteria specified by ONGC. EWS candidates must provide valid EWS certificates issued by appropriate government authorities. The scholarship prioritizes students from economically disadvantaged backgrounds seeking quality higher education.
Indian Citizenship
Applicants must be Indian citizens with valid identification documents. Students must provide proof of citizenship and resident status in India as per government guidelines.
Institutional Recognition
Students must be enrolled in colleges, universities, and institutions recognized by the Government of India and respective academic regulatory bodies such as AICTE, MCI, UGAC, and others.
Selection Process
The selection of scholarship recipients will be conducted through a transparent and merit-based process as follows:
How to Apply
Follow these simple steps to apply for the ONGC Merit Scholarship 2025–26:
Required Documents
Candidates must prepare and upload the following documents during the application process:
Application Fee
The ONGC Merit Scholarship application through the National Scholarship Portal is completely free for all categories of students. No application fee is charged for submitting your scholarship application. However, candidates are responsible for obtaining and certifying all required documents as per institutional requirements.
Important Information
Duration and Renewal
The scholarship is awarded annually and must be renewed for each subsequent year of the degree program, subject to the student’s continued eligibility and satisfactory academic performance. Recipients must maintain minimum academic standards as specified by ONGC to retain their scholarship benefits.
Restrictions and Conditions
Selected students cannot receive multiple scholarships simultaneously. The scholarship amount cannot be transferred to another student. Students changing their course or institution may lose their scholarship eligibility. Part-time or distance education students are not eligible for this scholarship.
Verification Process
ONGC reserves the right to conduct verification of submitted documents and background checks of shortlisted candidates. False or fraudulent information in the application may result in immediate cancellation of the scholarship and legal action.
Important Links
Contact Information
For queries and clarifications regarding the ONGC Merit Scholarship 2025–26, candidates can contact the National Scholarship Portal support team through the official portal or visit the ONGC official website for more information. Additional details and updates will be regularly posted on the ONGC website and NSP portal.