Central Sanskrit University Merit Scholarship 2025–2026

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About the Scholarship

The Central Sanskrit University (CSU) Merit Scholarship is a government initiative to support students studying Sanskrit, Pali, or Prakrit. It is available for students from Class 9 to Ph.D. level in both traditional and modern education streams. Selected students will receive a monthly scholarship of up to ₹2,500.

Eligibility

To apply, a student must:

  • Be studying Sanskrit, Pali, or Prakrit as a main or optional subject
  • Be in Class 9 to Ph.D. level
  • Have scored at least 60% in the last qualifying exam
  • Be able to read and write in simple Sanskrit/Pali/Prakrit

Minimum marks relaxation:

  • OBC: 55%
  • SC/ST/PH: 50%

Note: No relaxation for EWS students, but reservation benefits are available with valid documents.

Also read: Muskaan Scholarship Program 2025

Scholarship Amount

Course LevelMonthly AmountDuration
Class 9/10 or equivalent₹50010 months
Class 11/12 or equivalent₹60010 months
Graduation (Shastri/B.A. etc.)₹80010 months
Postgraduation (Acharya/M.A. etc.)₹1,00010 months
Ph.D./Vidyavaridhi₹2,50036 months

Additional for Ph.D. scholars:

₹5,000 per year as contingency amount

Documents Required

  • Scanned passport-size photograph
  • Scanned signature
  • Aadhaar-linked bank account details

How to Apply

  1. Click on the ‘Apply Now’ button below.
  2. Register with your email ID.
  3. Log in and go to ‘Student Login for Online Scholarship Application’.
  4. Fill the form, upload required documents, and submit.
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Important Dates

Last Date to Apply: 30 September 2025

Selection Criteria

  • Based on merit and eligibility
  • Preference to traditional/oriental stream students
  • Followed by Honours and M.A. level students

Terms and Conditions

  • Scholarship will be transferred to students’ Aadhaar-linked bank accounts
  • Must not be receiving any other scholarship
  • Applicants must apply every academic year
  • No gap years allowed
  • Ph.D. students must submit progress reports annually
  • CSU reserves the right to reject any application without reason

Contact

Central Sanskrit University
Director (Central Schemes)
56-57, Institutional Area, Janakpuri, New Delhi – 110058
Email: help.schemes@csu.co.in

FAQs

Who can apply for the CSU Merit Scholarship?

Students from Class 9 to Ph.D. level studying Sanskrit, Pali, or Prakrit as a main or optional subject.

What is the last date to apply?

Last date to apply for this scholarship is 30 September 2025.

How much financial support is offered?

₹500 to ₹2,500 per month depending on the course level.

Can I apply if I am already receiving another scholarship?

No, you cannot receive this scholarship if you are funded from another source.

Do I need an Aadhaar-linked bank account?

Yes, it is required for the scholarship to be disbursed.

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