National Talent Scholarship Postgraduate

The National Talent Scholarship (NTS) is implemented by the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) under the scheme "Strengthening and Development of Higher Agricultural Education in India". The scholarship is awarded to students pursuing a Master's degree programme in Agriculture and allied disciplines who are admitted through the All India Entrance Examination (AIEE) and enrolled in an eligible Agricultural University located outside their State of domicile. The scholarship aims to promote quality higher agricultural education by providing financial assistance to meritorious students. It is awarded initially for one year and may be renewed for the remaining duration of the postgraduate programme, subject to satisfactory academic performance and conduct.