5 Scholarships Closing by August 31, 2026 — NMMSS, HDFC, Mahindra, Vidyadhan & NSP Deadlines
5 major scholarships are closing their application windows by August 31, 2026. From Class 9 students to postgraduates, these scholarships cover a wide range of students. All applications are completely free. Don't miss these deadlines — here's everything you need to know about each one.
Quick Comparison
| Scholarship | Amount | For | Deadline | Apply At |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NMMSS | ₹12,000/year | Class 9–12 (Govt schools) | Aug 31 | scholarships.gov.in |
| HDFC Parivartan ECSS | Up to ₹75,000 | Class 1 to PG | Aug 31 | hdfcbank.com/ecss |
| Mahindra AITS | Varies | Diploma students | Aug 31 | kcmet.org |
| Vidyadhan | Up to ₹50,000 | Class 11, UG (merit + need) | Aug 30 | vidyadhan.org |
| NSP Central Schemes | Varies | Multiple categories | Rolling | scholarships.gov.in |
1. NMMSS — ₹12,000/Year for Class 9–12
Eligibility: Class 9–12, government school, family income ≤ ₹3.5 lakh
Deadline: August 31, 2026
Apply at: scholarships.gov.in
Type: Central Government (Ministry of Education)
2. HDFC Parivartan ECSS — Up to ₹75,000
Eligibility: Class 1 to PG, family income ≤ ₹8 lakh, 55%+ in previous exam
Deadline: August 31, 2026
Apply at: hdfcbank.com/ecss
Type: CSR (HDFC Bank Parivartan)
3. Mahindra All India Talent Scholarship
Eligibility: Diploma students in engineering and polytechnic colleges
Deadline: August 31, 2026
Apply at: kcmet.org (KC Mahindra Education Trust)
Type: Corporate CSR
4. Vidyadhan Scholarship
Eligibility: Class 11 or UG students, merit-based, economically weaker families
Deadline: August 30, 2026
Apply at: vidyadhan.org
Type: NGO (Sarojini Damodaran Foundation)
5. NSP Central Government Schemes
Pre-Matric & Post-Matric scholarships available
Apply at: scholarships.gov.in
Note: Major deadline is October 31, but early application is recommended. Some state-level schemes close August 31.
How to Apply — Quick Guide
1. Visit scholarships.gov.in → Complete OTR registration → Apply for scheme
For HDFC Parivartan ECSS:
1. Visit hdfcbank.com/ecss → Register → Fill application form → Upload documents
For Mahindra AITS:
1. Visit kcmet.org → Navigate to scholarship section → Apply online
For Vidyadhan:
1. Visit vidyadhan.org → Check eligibility → Apply online
Frequently Asked Questions
Which scholarships are closing by August 31?
NMMSS (₹12,000/year), HDFC Parivartan ECSS (up to ₹75,000), Mahindra All India Talent Scholarship, Vidyadhan Scholarship, and NSP Central Schemes.
Where can I apply?
NMMSS and NSP on scholarships.gov.in; HDFC on hdfcbank.com/ecss; Mahindra on kcmet.org; Vidyadhan on vidyadhan.org.
Is there any application fee?
No. All these scholarships have completely free applications.
Disclaimer: This article is based on information available from official sources at the time of writing. MeriShiksha does not guarantee admission, selection, or results. Students are advised to verify all details from the respective official websites.
Fact Checked by MeriShiksha Editorial Team | Last Updated: 24 August 2026
