Who can apply for the INSPIRE Scholarship?

Students who are in the top 1% in Class 12 board and have entrolled in BSc, BS or Integrated MSc in basic science can apply for the INSPIRE scholarship. Some students with good ranks in JEE Advanced or NEET are also eligible to apply.

Is it necessary to do a summer project in INSPIRE?

Yes. Every year the selected students are required to do a summer research project with a scientist or research institute. The students are given extra INR 20,000 to do summer project.

Who can apply for the INSPIRE Scholarship?

Students who are passed Class 12 exams with good marks can apply for INSPIRE Scholarship. They must be among the top students of their board. They should take admission in Science courses like BSc or BS. Arts and commerce students are not eligible to apply.

How much money do INSPIRE scholars get?

Selected students get INR 80,000 per year. Out of this, INR 5,000 per month comes as scholarship and INR 20,000 is given for summer research work. Students can check the details related to it on this page.

What is the INSPIRE Scholarship?

INSPIRE Scholarship is a government scholarship by DST, India. It is given to students who study Science courses. The aim is to encourage students to choose Science as a career. The selected students get the financial support to pursue their Science course.

For how many years is the INSPIRE Scholarship given?

Selected candidates can receive the scholarship for up to 5 years or till their Science course is completed, whichever comes first. Students who are selected for the INSPIR scholarship are given INR 80000 per year.

Which courses are covered under INSPIRE Scholarship?

The INSPIRE scholarship is only for basic Science courses. Students who get admission to courses based on Physics, Chemistry, Maths, Biology are eleigible for scholarship. Engineering, Medical and Diploma courses are not included under the INSPIRE scholarship. The course must be approved by a recognised institute.

How many students are selected for the INSPIRE Scholarship every year?

Every year, a total of 50,000 students are selected for the INSPIRE Scholarship. Candidates selected for the INSPIRE scholarship are awarded 80,000 annually to pursue their course.

What documents are required to fill the INSPIRE Scholarship form?

DST prescribes the list of documents which the applicants need to upload while filling out the INSPIRE Scholarship form. Students can check the complete lis of required documents on the website of the counducting authority. Apart from the official website, we have also provided the complete list of documents required to fill the INSPIRE Scholarship 2026 application form.

How can a student apply for INSPIRE Scholarship 2025-26?

Students can apply for the INSPIRE Scholarship on the conducting body's website at online-inspire.gov.in. They must complete the registration and submission of the application form carefully. Documents like mark sheets and ID proof are required to be uploded during filling the form. We also provide a direct link on this page to fill the INSPIRE scholarship.

Why do many INSPIRE Scholarship applications get rejected?

Many application forms are rejected due to incorrect documents and wrong course selectio. Mismatch in marks details can also lead to rejection of the application form for the INSPIRE scholarship. The students who miss the deadline or fail to upload a valid & correct document are also not cosidered for the scholarship.

When can I fill the application form for the INSPIRE scholarship?

The exam conducting body will soon commence the INSPIRE Scholarship applications. Students can fill out the application form and submit it at online-inspire.gov.in. The last date to submit the application is expected by the end of January 2026. As soon as the dates are announced, candidates can check the same on this page.

Is INSPIRE Scholarship given every year?

Yes, but students must renew it every year. They should pass the previous year exam to renew the INSPIRE Scholarship. Minimum required marks must be maintained. If conditions are not met, scholarship can stop.

Can I change the course after getting the INSPIRE Scholarship?

It can be changed but only within eligible Science streams. If any student switches to a non-science or professional course, the INSPIRE scholarship will be cancelled. Hence, those who want to vhange to course should inform the authorities and check rules before making any change.

How much money is given under INSPIRE Scholarship?

Selected students get ₹80,000 every year. ₹60,000 is for tuition and study needs. ₹20,000 is for research projects. The amount is paid directly to the bank accounts of the selected candidates.

I am enrolled in BA (Hons), can I apply for INSPIRE scholarship 2026?

No, only the students who are enrolled in the Science courses like BSc or BS. Students who are going to take admission in Arts and commerce course are not eligible to apply for INSPIRE scholarship 2026.

Can Arts or Commerce students apply for INSPIRE Scholarship?

No. This scholarship is given only to those students who are enrolled in basic and natural Science courses like Physics, Chemistry, Maths, Biology, etc. Students who are enrolled in Arts, Commerce, Engineering and other professional courses are not eligible for the scholarship.

Can a student get INSPIRE with another scholarship?

No, INSPIRE Scholarship cannot be combined. Students cannot receive any other government scholarship along with the INSPIRE scholarship. Only one major scholarship is allowed at a time. If found, INSPIRE may be cancelled.

When will the INSPIRE Scholarship result 2026 be released?

INSPIRE Scholarship result 2026 is expected to be released in May/June 2026. An exact date to publish the INSPIRE Scholarship 2026 result has not been announced yet. As soon as it gets published online, we will update the same here.

What after INSPIRE Scholarship result?

After the announcement of INSPIRE Scholarship result 2026, the students who have applied for the scholarship should firstly check their name in the selected/rejected list released by the students. Students who will be selected for the scholarship will be provided the fellowship amount.

INSPIRE Scholarship 2025-26: Registration (Soon), Eligibility, Dates, Result

22 Students Q&A

Updated on Mar 9, 2026 13:35 IST

By Md Shahzad, Senior Executive - Content

INSPIRE Scholarship 2026: The Department of Science and Technology (DST) will soon release the INSPIRE Scholarship application form 2026. DST will also come up with a detailed INSPIRE Scholarship date 2026 soon. However, it is expected that the INSPIRE Scholarship application process will commence anytime soon in March and will conclude by the end of April 2026. Once the application starts, students who want to be eligible for the upcoming scholarship session can fill out and submit the NSPIRE Scholarship application form 2025-26 before the deadline. All interested and eligible candidates must complete the INSPIRE SHE application form 2026 in online mode at online-inspire.gov.in.

As per recent developments, KVPY has been subsumed under INSPIRE, and the ongoing KVPY fellowships will continue to receive fellowship as per norms from DST.

DST offer INSPIRE Scholarship 2025-26 to provide students with financial aid for their further education. Candidates must go through the INSPIRE Selection process to know all the steps required to apply for the INSPIRE Scholarship/Fellowship.

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