ONGC Merit Scholarship 2026-27: Apply Online for 2,000 Scholarships of Rs 48,000 for SC, ST, OBC and EWS Students

ONGC Foundation has opened applications for the ONGC Merit Scholarship 2026-27 for first-year students of Engineering, MBBS, MBA and Master's in Geology / Geophysics. A total of 2,000 scholarships will be given to meritorious students from SC, ST, OBC and General-EWS categories, and 50% of the scholarships are reserved for girls. Each selected student will get Rs. 48,000 per year (Rs. 4,000 per month) till the end of the course. Students can apply online at ongcscholar.org from 18 October 2026 to 30 November 2026, after registering on the National Scholarship Portal (NSP).

This article covers the ONGC Merit Scholarship 2026-27 category-wise seats, eligibility, income limit, zone-wise distribution, selection process, documents and how to apply. Students can also check the JBNSTS 2026 talent search exam and the Coal India PM Internship November 2026.

Quick summary:

➤ Organisation: ONGC Foundation (Oil and Natural Gas Corporation Ltd.)

➤ Scheme: ONGC Merit Scholarship 2026-27

➤ Total scholarships: 2,000 (SC/ST 1,000, OBC 500, General-EWS 500)

➤ Amount: Rs. 48,000 per year (Rs. 4,000 per month)

➤ Reserved for girls: 50%

➤ Courses: 1st year of Engineering, MBBS, MBA, Master's in Geology / Geophysics

➤ Marks required: 60% in Class 12 (UG) or graduation (PG)

➤ Family income: Below Rs. 4.5 lakh (SC/ST), below Rs. 2 lakh (OBC and General)

➤ Age limit: Not more than 30 years

➤ Apply online: 18.10.2026 to 30.11.2026

➤ Website: www.ongcscholar.org

ONGC Merit Scholarship 2026-27 Overview

ONGC runs three separate scholarship schemes, one each for SC/ST, OBC and General (economically weaker) students. The aim is to give financial support to meritorious students from marginalised sections so they can finish their professional education. The key details are given below.

ONGC Merit Scholarship 2026-27 Important Dates

The online application window is open till the end of November. The important dates are shown below.

ONGC Merit Scholarship 2026-27 Category-wise and Course-wise Seats

There are 2,000 scholarships in total. The SC/ST scheme has the largest share with 1,000 seats. The course-wise break-up for each category is given below.

50% of the scholarships in every category are reserved for girl students.

ONGC Merit Scholarship Amount

Each selected student gets a lump sum of Rs. 4,000 per month, which comes to Rs. 48,000 per year. The money is paid once a year after the academic year ends, directly into the student's bank account through ECS. The scholarship continues every year till the course is completed, as long as the student is promoted to the next year and keeps at least 60% (or 6.0 CGPA) in each year. Students must apply online for renewal every year.

ONGC Merit Scholarship 2026-27 Eligibility

The basic eligibility is the same for all three schemes. Only the income limit is different. The details are given below.

• The student must not be getting any other scholarship or financial aid. If a student takes another scholarship later, the full ONGC amount must be refunded.
• A student can get the ONGC Merit Scholarship only once in a lifetime, for one course.
• Students must apply only under their own category scheme.
• The scholarship does not give any right to a job in ONGC or its group companies.

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ONGC Merit Scholarship 2026-27 Zone-wise Distribution

The scholarships are divided equally among five zones. Your zone depends on where your school or college for the qualifying exam (Class 12 or graduation) was located. The zone-wise seats are given below.

If fewer applications come from a zone, the leftover scholarships will be shared with other zones.

ONGC Merit Scholarship 2026-27 for West Bengal Students

West Bengal is in Zone 4 (East), along with Bihar, Jharkhand, Odisha and Chhattisgarh. This zone has 400 scholarships: 200 for SC/ST, 100 for OBC and 100 for General-EWS students. If you passed Class 12 (for Engineering / MBBS) or graduation (for MBA / Geology / Geophysics) from an institution in West Bengal, you will apply under Zone 4. Your caste certificate and income certificate can be from the West Bengal authorities, preferably in English or Hindi. Students in West Bengal can also check our latest scholarship news.

ONGC Merit Scholarship 2026-27 Selection Process

There is no exam for the ONGC Merit Scholarship. The selection is based on merit as listed below.

1. Merit is decided by the aggregate marks in the qualifying exam (Class 12 or graduation).
2. Students from Below Poverty Line (BPL) families get first preference. Others are considered only if there are not enough eligible BPL students.
3. If two students have the same marks, the one with lower family income is selected.
4. The decision of ONGC Foundation is final.

Documents Required for ONGC Merit Scholarship 2026-27

All certificates must be certified and attested by the Head / Principal / Dean of your institute. Keep these ready:

• Caste certificate in Hindi / English (SC / ST / OBC students)
• Birth certificate or Class 10 mark sheet as age proof
• Class 12 mark sheet (Engineering / MBBS)
• Consolidated graduation mark sheet (MBA / Geology / Geophysics)
• Family annual income certificate in Hindi / English
• Bank details in the ECS form, attested by the bank
• PAN card copy, or the date by which it will be submitted
• College / institute ID card
• College / institute admission receipt
• Undertaking in the prescribed format

How to Apply for ONGC Merit Scholarship 2026-27

Registration on the National Scholarship Portal (NSP) is mandatory before applying on the ONGC portal. Follow the steps below.

1. Get your NSP OTR number: Register on the National Scholarship Portal and generate your One-Time Registration (OTR) number.
2. Register on the ONGC portal: Visit www.ongcscholar.org. New users click 'First Time Registrant', fill in details matching the NSP profile and click 'Register for Passkey'. Save the passkey sent to your email / mobile. Existing users log in with mobile number and passkey.
3. Fill the application: Go to the 'Apply Scholarship' tab, enter your NSP OTR number and fill in your personal and academic details.
4. Upload documents: Upload all certified documents.
5. Send the hard copy: Send the printed form and attested documents to the ONGC office mentioned in the application format.
6. Submit before 30 November 2026.

Give an active bank account, mobile number and email, as these cannot be changed easily after selection. For more updates, visit our education news section.

ONGC Merit Scholarship 2026-27 FAQs

Q1. What is the last date to apply for ONGC Merit Scholarship 2026-27?

30 November 2026. Applications started on 18 October 2026.

Q2. How much money does the ONGC Merit Scholarship give?

Rs. 48,000 per year, or Rs. 4,000 per month, paid yearly to the student's bank account.

Q3. How many ONGC Merit Scholarships are there in 2026-27?

2,000 in total: 1,000 for SC/ST, 500 for OBC and 500 for General-EWS students.

Q4. Who can apply for ONGC Merit Scholarship 2026-27?

First-year students of full-time Engineering, MBBS, MBA or Master's in Geology / Geophysics with at least 60% in the qualifying exam and family income within the limit.

Q5. What is the income limit?

Less than Rs. 4.5 lakh per year for SC/ST and less than Rs. 2 lakh per year for OBC and General students.

Q6. Is NSP registration needed for ONGC Merit Scholarship?

Yes. You must get an NSP One-Time Registration (OTR) number before applying on the ONGC portal.

Q7. Are there seats reserved for girls?

Yes. 50% of the scholarships are reserved for girl students.

Q8. Which zone is West Bengal in?

Zone 4 (East), which has 400 scholarships in total.

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