Agriculture Scholarships via National Scholarship Portal Launched
Why in the news
Agriculture students will now receive scholarships and fellowships through the National Scholarship Portal, with a DBT transfer made at the launch in August 2026.
Key facts
- Launched by Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan.
- Platform: the National Scholarship Portal (NSP).
- Amount transferred: about ₹21.35 crore through DBT.
- Beneficiaries: more than 6,000 students.
- Purpose: regular and hassle-free financial help.
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Launched by | Shivraj Singh Chouhan |
| Portal | National Scholarship Portal |
| Mode of payment | DBT |
| Amount | About ₹21.35 crore |
| Students covered | 6,000+ |
Significance
Routing payments through DBT on a single portal is meant to make support for agriculture students steady and simple.
Exam angle
- Portal in news: National Scholarship Portal.
- Transfer mode: Direct Benefit Transfer.
- Minister: Shivraj Singh Chouhan.
- Amount: ₹21.35 crore.