Central GovernmentAgriculture

National Talent Scholarship Undergraduate

✓ Information verified — April 2026
Ministry Of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare

The National Talent Scholarship (NTS) is a scholarship program launched by the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) under the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare. It supports talented students pursuing Bachelor's or Master's degree programs in agriculture at ICAR-recognized agricultural universities. The scheme encourages students to study agriculture outside their home state, promoting interstate mobility and excellence in agricultural education.

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What You Get

  • Financial scholarship support for Bachelor's and Master's degree students
  • Covers tuition and educational expenses at ICAR-recognized agricultural universities
  • Encourages students to pursue higher education in agriculture across India
  • Recognition and support for talented agricultural students

Who Can Apply

  • Age: 17–23 years
  • Must be pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in agriculture
  • Must be enrolled in an ICAR-recognized agricultural university
  • Must be studying outside of your home state (state of domicile)
  • Must demonstrate academic talent and merit
  • Indian citizen

Documents Needed

0/6 collected

  1. 1. Aadhaar Card
  2. 2. High School Marksheet
  3. 3. Bachelor's Degree Certificate
  4. 4. University Admission Letter
  5. 5. Bank Passbook
  6. 6. Income Certificate

How to Apply

  1. 1Check your eligibility criteria above
  2. 2Gather all required documents listed below
  3. 3Visit the official portal (linked below)
  4. 4Fill the application form online / offline
  5. 5Submit the form and note your application reference number
  6. 6Track status on the official portal or visit nearest CSC
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Quick Facts

Scheme Level
Central Government
Ministry
Ministry Of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare
Category
Agriculture
Target Gender
All genders
Age Group
17–23 years
Application
Check portal
Last Updated
26 Apr 2026

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