How long can I keep the INSPIRE Scholarship, and what must I do to continue receiving it?
The INSPIRE Scholarship may continue for the length of the eligible course or a maximum of 5 years, whichever is earlier, if you meet the academic and continuation requirements. You typically need satisfactory progress, passed exams, marksheets and the Head of the Institution's recommendation. Check the official guidelines.
The scholarship may continue for the period of your eligible course or for a maximum of 5 years, whichever is earlier, as long as you meet the prescribed requirements. Renewal is linked to both academic performance and institutional recommendation.
What You Need to Do to Keep It
| Requirement | What it involves |
|---|---|
| Academic performance | Maintain the prescribed performance, for example minimum marks or CGPA in specified courses |
| Examinations | Pass the required annual or semester examinations |
| Documents | Submit the relevant marksheets or performance reports |
| Institution recommendation | Obtain the recommendation of the Head of the Institution |
| Course and subject | Continue in an eligible course and subject |
| Formalities | Complete other annual formalities specified by DST |
Reasons the Scholarship May Stop
- Unsatisfactory academic performance or failing the continuation criteria.
- Failure to submit required documents.
- Leaving the eligible course or moving to an unsupported subject.
- Taking an unauthorised break in studies.
- Receiving another scholarship at the same time where this is prohibited.
For example, the post-offer guidelines mention minimum academic performance such as 60% marks or 7.0 CGPA in specified B.Sc. (Hons.) circumstances, so check the exact figure for your course on the official page.
My Advice
Track each annual requirement from your first year and keep your marksheets and institutional recommendation ready on time. Confirm the latest DST guidelines on the official page, since rules can change before the 2027 or 2028 intake.
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