About the Program
State Horticulture Scholarship, Nagaland 2026 is offered by the Department of Horticulture, Government of Nagaland. The scholarship is a financial support program designed to assist indigenous students of Nagaland pursuing undergraduate, postgraduate and PhD. in horticulture courses. The department aims to promote the overall development of the horticulture sector by supporting students to achieve their maximum potential through quality education. The selected students will receive financial assistance from the Government of Nagaland.
Source: scholarship.nagaland.gov.in
What is the Eligibility
To be eligible, an applicant must:-
- be an indigenous inhabitant of Nagaland
- be pursuing a B.Sc. Hons. or M.Sc. or PhD in Horticulture
- be enrolled in a UGC-recognised institution
- not be receiving any other form of financial assistance in the form of a scholarship/stipend from any other sources
- have at least 75% attendance in classes
- not be a repeater in the same class
How to Apply
Eligible applicants can apply by following these steps:-
Step 1: Click on the 'Apply Now' button below.
Step 2: Click on the 'Register' button and fill in the required registration details (Note:- If already registered, log in using Gmail/Mobile number/Email ID).
Step 3: Scroll down to ‘REGISTER ACCOUNT’.
Step 4: Enter your ‘Mobile number’ to receive an OTP.
Step 5: Verify your mobile and provide your details like name, email, and password.
Step 6: Log in with your credentials.
Step 7: Fill in your personal information, including name, date of birth, gender, category, and bank account details.
Step 8: Select the scholarship scheme, institution, state, and district.
Step 9: Upload the necessary documents.
Step10: Verify and click on the ‘Submit’ button.
Important Dates
Application Deadline: 31st January 2026
Benefits
The selected students will receive financial assistance to support for the following duration:
- B.Sc. (Horticulture): 4 years
- M.Sc. (Horticulture): 2 years
- Ph.D. (Horticulture): 3 years
Required Documents
- Passport-sized photograph
- Mark sheets/certificates
- Caste and income certificate (if applicable)
- Aadhaar card
- Bank passbook/statement
Selection Criteria
Candidates will be selected based on eligibility criteria.
More Details about this Scholarship
- The scholarship/stipend will be discontinued if the applicant leaves the institution, discontinues studies, accepts any other scholarship, or fails to secure 75% attendance in classes.
- Stamped signatures will not be accepted on the Institution Verification Form.
- The official seal of the Head of Institution and the round seal of the institution are compulsory.
- Application forms will be rejected if found incomplete or if there are signs of overwriting.
- Application forms will be rejected if the full address and particulars of the institution are not clearly indicated.
Contact Details
Department of Horticulture
New Secretariate Complex, Kohima
Nagaland 797001
Email ID: scholarshipnagaland@gmail.com | Contact Number: (+91) 9863771513, 9863386145
FAQ for this Scholarship
Question: Who is offering this opportunity?
Answer: The Department of Horticulture, Government of Nagaland, is offering this opportunity.
Question: What courses are covered under this scholarship?
Answer: B.Sc. Hons. (Horticulture), M.Sc. Horticulture, and Ph.D. Horticulture courses are covered under this scholarship.
Question: Who is eligible for the State Horticulture Scholarship, Nagaland 2026?
Answer: Indigenous inhabitants of Nagaland pursuing horticulture degrees at UGC-recognised institutions who are not receiving any other scholarship are eligible to apply for the scholarship.
Question: What is the attendance requirement?
Answer: Students must maintain at least 75% attendance in classes to continue receiving the scholarship.
Question: Can I apply if I am already receiving another scholarship?
Answer: No, applicants should not be receiving any form of financial assistance from any other sources.
Offered by
The Department of Horticulture, Government of Nagaland, is offering this opportunity.
