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JAC Central Sector Scholarship Scheme for College and University Students (CSSS) 2026 - Apply Online
Board: Jharkhand Academic Council (JAC), Ranchi
Scholarship: Central Sector Scholarship Scheme (CSSS)
Exam: Intermediate Examination 2026
Short Information
The Jharkhand Academic Council (JAC), Ranchi has issued a Web Notice regarding scholarship applications under the Central Sector Scholarship Scheme for College and University Students (CSSS) for eligible students who have passed the Intermediate Examination 2026. Eligible students who are among the Top 20th Percentile / Above 80th Percentile of Successful Candidates in their respective stream must apply online through the National Scholarship Portal (NSP).
Important Dates
| Event | Date / Details |
|---|---|
| Notice Date | 08 July 2026 |
| Student Application Last Date | No specific date has been mentioned in the JAC notice. |
| Application Deadline Information | The notice clearly states that the last date for student applications is available on the NSP Portal. |
Application Fee
| Fee Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Application Fee | No application fee has been mentioned in the notice. |
| Fee Amount | No specific fee amount should be mentioned on the website. |
Eligibility
| Eligibility Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Examination | Students who have passed the Intermediate Examination 2026 conducted by JAC are eligible. |
| Merit Criteria | Students must be included in the Top 20th Percentile / Above 80th Percentile of Successful Candidates in their respective stream. |
| Top 20th Percentile List | The list of students falling under the Top 20th Percentile is available on the NSP Portal. |
| Application Requirement | Eligible students must apply for the scholarship through the National Scholarship Portal (NSP). |
Important Instructions
| Instruction | Details |
|---|---|
| OTR Requirement | Aadhaar Number and the mobile number registered with Aadhaar must be used for OTR. |
| NSP OTR App | The NSP OTR App can also be used for completing OTR. |
| Application Guidelines | Fill out the application strictly according to the guidelines provided on the NSP Portal. |
| Top 20th Percentile List | The list of eligible students under the Top 20th Percentile is available on the NSP Portal. |
| Intermediate Roll Number | The Intermediate Roll Number must be entered in a total of 10 digits. |
| Renewal Application | Students from the 2024 batch who applied through the NSP Portal last year must apply under the Renewal category. |
| Application Last Date | The application deadline is available on the NSP Portal. |
| Aadhaar-Bank Linking | The Aadhaar Number must be seeded/linked with the bank account to facilitate scholarship payment. |
| Application & Selection | The scholarship application and selection process is conducted by MHRD, New Delhi. |
| Scholarship Payment | The scholarship amount is transferred directly to the beneficiary's bank account through DBT (Direct Benefit Transfer). |
| Role of JAC | JAC has clarified that the Council has no role in the scholarship disbursement process. |
| Scholarship Guarantee | JAC will not accept any claim or guarantee regarding whether a student will receive the scholarship. |
Important Links
| Name | Link |
|---|---|
| Application Form |
Click Here
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| Official Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
| Join Our Official Whatsapp Channel | Click Here |
| Join Our Official Telegram Channel | Click Here |
Required Documents
| Required Document / Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Mobile Number | A valid mobile number is required. |
| E-mail ID | A valid e-mail ID is required. |
| Intermediate Marksheet | Intermediate marksheet details are required. |
| Bank Account Details | Valid bank account details are required for scholarship payment. |
| Aadhaar Number | Aadhaar Number is required for the application/OTR process. |
| Intermediate Roll Number | The Intermediate Roll Number must be entered in a total of 10 digits. |
Important Note
The Intermediate Roll Number must be entered in the following format:
Format: Roll Code + Roll Number
Example: 11001 + 10101 = 1100110101
Entering the Roll Number in an incorrect format may prevent the applicant from completing the application successfully.
How to Apply
Candidates have to apply online through the National Scholarship Portal (NSP) by completing the One Time Registration (OTR) and submitting the Scholarship Application Form as per the prescribed guidelines.
Step-by-Step Process
- Visit the National Scholarship Portal (NSP).
- Click on the New Registration tab.
- Enter the required information and complete the One Time Registration (OTR) process.
- Use your Aadhaar Number and mobile number registered with Aadhaar for OTR.
- OTR can also be completed through the NSP OTR App.
- After completing OTR, fill out the Scholarship Application Form according to the guidelines available on the NSP Portal.
- Enter the required details, including Mobile Number, E-mail ID, Intermediate Marksheet, Bank Account Details, Aadhaar Number, etc.
- Enter the Intermediate Roll Number in the prescribed 10-digit format.
- Carefully review the application form and submit it according to the prescribed procedure.
Important: Candidates should carefully verify all the details and documents before submitting the scholarship application. The application must be completed strictly according to the guidelines available on the NSP Portal.
Mode of Selection
| Selection Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Top 20th Percentile / Above 80th Percentile | Students must be among the top 20% of successful students in their respective stream. This does not mean that 80% marks are mandatory. |
| Board Merit / Percentile | Eligibility will be determined based on the performance of all successful students in the respective Board. |
| Final Selection | Eligible students will be selected according to the applicable rules and criteria. |
❓ JAC CSSS Scholarship 2026 – Important Questions & Answers (FAQs)
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Q1. What is JAC CSSS Scholarship 2026?
Ans: It is a scholarship under the Central Sector Scholarship Scheme for College and University Students (CSSS) for eligible students who have passed the JAC Intermediate Examination 2026. -
Q2. Which students are eligible for this Scholarship?
Ans: Successful students of Intermediate 2026 who are included in the Top 20th Percentile / Above 80th Percentile of Successful Candidates in their respective stream are eligible. -
Q3. Where can eligible students find the list?
Ans: The list of students falling under the Top 20th Percentile is available on the NSP Portal. -
Q4. Where can I apply for the CSSS Scholarship?
Ans: Eligible students must apply online through the National Scholarship Portal (NSP). -
Q5. What is the last date to apply?
Ans: No specific date has been mentioned in the JAC Notice. As per the notice, the application last date is available on the NSP Portal. -
Q6. What is OTR?
Ans: OTR stands for One Time Registration. Students must complete OTR on the NSP Portal before applying for the scholarship. -
Q7. What is required for OTR?
Ans: The Aadhaar Number and mobile number registered with Aadhaar are required for OTR. -
Q8. How should the Intermediate Roll Number be entered?
Ans: The Roll Code and Roll Number must be combined and entered in a total of 10 digits. Example:1100110101. -
Q9. Is there a Renewal facility for previous students?
Ans: Yes. As per the notice, students from the 2024 batch who applied through the NSP Portal last year must apply under the Renewal category. -
Q10. How will the scholarship amount be received?
Ans: The scholarship amount will be transferred directly to the beneficiary's bank account through DBT (Direct Benefit Transfer) by MHRD, New Delhi. -
Q11. Is there any Application Fee?
Ans: No application fee has been mentioned in the JAC Notice.
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