The ONGC Scholarship to Meritorious General Category Students Scheme 2026-27 supports financially constrained students from the general category who are pursuing their first year of Engineering, MBBS, MBA, or a Master’s in Geophysics/Geology. Administered by Oil and Natural Gas Corporation Limited, this scholarship aims to reduce financial barriers and enable meritorious students to complete their postgraduate studies without interruption. Each year, up to 500 selected students receive annual financial assistance to cover academic and living expenses.

Open to Indian students in their first year of Engineering, MBBS, MBA, or Master’s in Geology/Geophysics. Applicants must belong to the general category and come from economically weaker sections. The official page lists specific income criteria and minimum academic performance requirements that must be met for consideration.

Apply online through the official ONGC scholarship portal at ongcscholar.org. Register with basic details, upload required documents such as income certificate, caste certificate (if applicable), academic transcripts, and a passport-sized photograph. Submit the application before the deadline and ensure all information is accurate to avoid disqualification.