ONGC Merit Scholarship 2026-27 applications are now open. The ONGC Foundation will award a total of 2,000 scholarships to meritorious students from SC, ST, OBC and General-EWS categories across India. Selected students will receive ₹48,000 per year (₹4,000 per month) until the completion of their course.
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Students can apply online from 18 October 2026 to 30 November 2026 through the official website ongcscholar.org. Before applying on the ONGC portal, candidates must complete their One-Time Registration (OTR) on the National Scholarship Portal (NSP).
ONGC Scholarship 2026-27 Overview
This article covers the ONGC Scholarship 2026-27 category-wise seats, eligibility criteria, income limit, zone-wise distribution, selection process, required documents and step-by-step application process. Students from West Bengal will apply under Zone 4 (East).
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | ONGC Foundation, Oil and Natural Gas Corporation Ltd. |
| Scheme Name | ONGC Scholarship to Meritorious SC/ST, OBC and General Category Students 2026-27 |
| Total Scholarships | 2,000 |
| Scholarship Amount | ₹48,000 per annum (₹4,000 per month) |
| Scholarship Duration | Till completion of the course |
| Reservation for Girls | 50% |
| Application Dates | 18 October 2026 to 30 November 2026 |
| Official Website | ongcscholar.org |
| NSP OTR | Mandatory |
Eligible Courses
Only students admitted to the first year of a full-time regular course can apply. The eligible courses are:
- Engineering (4 years)
- MBBS (4 years)
- MBA (2 years)
- Master’s in Geology / Geophysics (2 years)
The course must be recognised by AICTE, MCI, UGC, AIU or the Central/State Government.
Category-wise and Course-wise Seats
A total of 2,000 scholarships have been divided among three categories: 1,000 for SC/ST students, 500 for OBC students and 500 for General-EWS students.
| Course | SC/ST | OBC | General-EWS | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engineering | 500 | 300 | 300 | 1,100 |
| MBBS | 90 | 50 | 50 | 190 |
| MBA | 140 | 50 | 50 | 240 |
| Master’s in Geology / Geophysics | 270 | 100 | 100 | 470 |
| Total | 1,000 | 500 | 500 | 2,000 |
50% of the scholarships in every category are reserved for girl students.
ONGC Scholarship 2026-27 Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must check the following eligibility conditions before applying. The basic eligibility is the same for all categories, except the family income limit.
- The applicant must be an Indian citizen.
- Engineering and MBBS applicants must have secured at least 60% marks in Class 12.
- MBA, Geology and Geophysics applicants must have secured at least 60% marks in graduation.
- The minimum CGPA requirement is 6.0 on a 10-point scale.
- The maximum age limit is 30 years as on 1 August 2026.
- SC/ST candidates must have a gross annual family income of less than ₹4.5 lakh.
- OBC and General-EWS candidates must have a gross annual family income of less than ₹2 lakh.
- Students receiving any other scholarship or financial assistance are not eligible.
- A student can receive the ONGC Scholarship only once in a lifetime and for one course.
- Students must apply only under their own category scheme.
Zone-wise Scholarship Distribution
The scholarships have been distributed equally across five zones. A candidate’s zone is decided based on the location of the school or college from where they passed Class 12 or graduation.
| Zone | States / UTs | SC/ST | OBC | General-EWS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zone 1 (North) | J&K, Delhi, Punjab, Himachal Pradesh, Haryana, Chandigarh, Uttarakhand, Uttar Pradesh | 200 | 100 | 100 |
| Zone 2 (West) | Maharashtra, Gujarat, Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Goa, Daman & Diu, Dadra & Nagar Haveli | 200 | 100 | 100 |
| Zone 3 (North East) | Assam, Sikkim, Mizoram, Arunachal Pradesh, Nagaland, Manipur, Meghalaya, Tripura | 200 | 100 | 100 |
| Zone 4 (East) | Bihar, Jharkhand, Odisha, Chhattisgarh, West Bengal | 200 | 100 | 100 |
| Zone 5 (South) | Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Puducherry, Lakshadweep, Andaman & Nicobar Islands | 200 | 100 | 100 |
If fewer eligible applications are received from a particular zone, the remaining scholarships may be redistributed among other zones.
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ONGC Scholarship for West Bengal Students
West Bengal comes under Zone 4 (East), along with Bihar, Jharkhand, Odisha and Chhattisgarh. This zone has a total of 400 scholarships—200 for SC/ST, 100 for OBC and 100 for General-EWS students.
Students who passed Class 12 from a school in West Bengal or completed graduation from a college in West Bengal will apply under Zone 4. Caste certificates and income certificates issued by West Bengal authorities should preferably be in English or Hindi.
Scholarship Amount and Payment
Selected students will receive ₹4,000 per month, which amounts to ₹48,000 per year. The amount will be paid annually through ECS directly into the student’s bank account after the academic year ends.
To continue receiving the scholarship every year, students must be promoted to the next academic year and maintain at least 60% marks or 6.0 CGPA. Students must also apply online for renewal every year.
Selection Process
There is no written examination or interview for the ONGC Merit Scholarship. Selection will be based on merit and financial background.
- Merit will be decided on the basis of aggregate marks in the qualifying examination—Class 12 or graduation.
- Students from Below Poverty Line (BPL) families will get first preference.
- If sufficient BPL candidates are not available, other eligible students will be considered.
- If two candidates have the same marks, the candidate with lower family income will be given preference.
- The decision of the ONGC Foundation will be final.
Documents Required
Candidates should keep the following documents ready before applying. All certificates must be certified and attested by the Head, Principal or Dean of the institute.
- Caste certificate in Hindi or English for SC/ST/OBC candidates
- Birth certificate or Class 10 mark sheet as age proof
- Class 12 mark sheet for Engineering and MBBS applicants
- Consolidated graduation mark sheet for MBA, Geology and Geophysics applicants
- Family annual income certificate in Hindi or English
- Bank details in the ECS form, attested by the bank
- PAN card copy
- College or institute ID card
- College or institute admission receipt
- Undertaking in the prescribed format
How to Apply for ONGC Scholarship 2026-27
Registration on the National Scholarship Portal (NSP) is mandatory before applying on the ONGC portal. Follow the steps below to apply online.
- Create NSP OTR Number: Visit scholarships.gov.in and complete the One-Time Registration process.
- Register on the ONGC Portal: Visit ongcscholar.org and click on “First Time Registrant”.
- Fill in the Registration Details: Enter details exactly as provided in the NSP profile, including name, date of birth, mobile number and email ID.
- Save the Passkey: After registration, save the passkey sent to your registered email ID or mobile number.
- Apply for the Scholarship: Go to the “Apply Scholarship” tab and enter your NSP OTR number.
- Fill in Academic Details: Provide your personal, academic and bank account details carefully.
- Upload Documents: Upload all certified and attested documents.
- Send Hard Copy: Take a printout of the application form and send it along with attested documents to the ONGC office mentioned in the application format.
- Submit Before the Deadline: Complete the online application and hard-copy submission before 30 November 2026.
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| ONGC Scholarship Announcements | Check Here |
| Apply Online | Click Here to Apply |
| NSP OTR Registration | scholarships.gov.in |
FAQs
Q1. What is the last date to apply for ONGC Scholarship 2026-27?
The last date to apply online is 30 November 2026. Applications started on 18 October 2026.
Q2. How much scholarship amount will selected students receive?
Selected students will receive ₹48,000 per year, or ₹4,000 per month, until the completion of their course.
Q3. Who can apply for the ONGC Merit Scholarship?
First-year students of Engineering, MBBS, MBA and Master’s in Geology/Geophysics can apply, provided they meet the marks, age and income criteria.
Q4. Is NSP registration mandatory?
Yes. Candidates must generate an NSP One-Time Registration (OTR) number before applying on the ONGC scholarship portal.
Q5. Which zone does West Bengal belong to?
West Bengal belongs to Zone 4 (East), which has a total of 400 scholarships.
Q6. Is there any reservation for girl students?
Yes. 50% of the scholarships are reserved for girl students in every category.
Disclaimer: The information provided above is based on the ONGC Foundation’s scholarship notification. Candidates are advised to visit the official website ongcscholar.org and read the latest official notification before applying.
