The NEC Merit Scholarship – North Eastern Region (NEC Merit) provides financial support to permanent residents of any North Eastern State pursuing higher professional courses. Administered through the National Scholarship Portal (NSP), the scheme aims to reduce financial barriers for students from the region. Students already receiving the scholarship before recent changes will continue under the previous system until their tenure ends.

Open to permanent residents of North Eastern States (Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Sikkim, or Tripura). Applicants must be enrolled in higher professional courses. Selection is merit-based, with preference given to candidates from economically weaker sections. The official page lists specific income or marks criteria for eligibility.

Apply online through the National Scholarship Portal (NSP). Register on the portal, fill in the required details, and upload necessary documents. Ensure all information is accurate to avoid rejection. The official scheme guidelines provide step-by-step instructions for submission.